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w7 64bit, mean BOOT manager choose start 64bit or 32bit?

Discussion in 'Windows 7' started by koolss, 2010/08/13.

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    koolss

    koolss Inactive Thread Starter

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    hi guys.
    I no idea if windows 7 (64bit system)

    mean = one set desktop computer can installed BOTH 64bit C: and 32bit D:?

    BOOT manager, can choose which 32bit/64bit to start?

    office computer that 3rd application, support said if 64bit system, maybe unstable....
    not sure if running XP mode. wish good luck
     
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    Steve R Jones

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    Nope. You can install one version but not both.
     
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    PeteC

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    Yes , but you will need 2 licensed copies of Windows 7 - you cannot use the same key for both installations.

    Can I dual boot 32bit and 64bit Windows 7, and if I can how?
    Yes

    The only good reason for running 64 bit Windows 7 is that you can use more than 4 Gb RAM

    XP mode is only available in 7 Pro and above
    ?? :confused:

    You should run Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor on the XP computer to assess suitability.
     
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    PeteC

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    Sorry to contradict you, Steve, but you can - see link above, but you require 2 licensed copies.

    You were posting while I was researching/compiling :)
     
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    Steve R Jones

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    No prob...I too know it can be done when done legally;)
     
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    koolss

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    do you known 1 set dell computer, installed OEM licence, W7 pro. and 64bit installed

    if need more one 32bit licence, which version I need ?
    starter or std?

    general, if ram over 3GB must choice 64bit system? else only max 3gb ram used?
     
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    PeteC

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    You cannot buy the Starter Edition - it only comes pre-installed on computers. Which version depends on whether or not you need Win XP mode on 32 bit - if you do you need Pro, if you do not Home Premium.
    If you want to use more than 4 Gb RAM you must run 64 bit. If you have more than 4 Gb RAM installed 32 bit will only use ~3.3 Gb.
     
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