Is there a way to easily downgrade to Windows 7 32 bit without having the 32-bit disc? Maybe a program to do all the bitchwork while I basically sit back? I'm so confused and I'm hoping someone would be so kind as to help me. Thank you so much.
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You can only 'downgrade' to the 32-bit version if you clean install from a Windows 7 32-bit DVD.
This explains how when using a retail version: Clean Install Windows 7
This explains how with an OEM version: Clean Reinstall - Factory OEM Windows 7
Why do you want to go to 32bit in the first place. It is hard for me to see a good reason for that. All 32bit programs run on a 64bit system.
No no - the Inspiron 1525 is a 32-bit processor and Windows 7 Home Premium on the HDD is a 64-bit with all 64-bit programs etc... and everything is running slow as shit. Basically I took the HDD from an Inspiron 1545 and put into the carriage of the 32-bit Inspiron 1525. I do not have the Windows 7 64-bit or Vista 32-bit CD(s) to even reinstall CD(s)
Back up your data.
Download a 32-bit ISO of the Windows version for which you have a valid Product Key--presumably the Product Key on the Inspiron 1525.
Burn that to a disk and reinstall from scratch. Activate with your Product Key.
The 1525 came with many different CPUs and most were 64bit capable. Yours must be a Celeron. I assume that was a Vista system and the COA product key is for Vista.
Moving a HDD from another system is not the way to do it. You have a few options:
1. Buy a Windows7 32bit - e.g. an OEM version for appr. $100
2. Use the free Windows 8 Consumer preview which will run until Jan. 2013
3. Find a Vista installation disc that corresponds to the key on the COA sticker
4. Use any free Linux distro. The new Ubuntu Unity is very nice.
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