Installed 32bit - would like to try 64 bit


  1. mbinaustin
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    Windows 7
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    Installed 32bit - would like to try 64 bit


    Good morning -
    I successfully installed Win 7 from the Family Upgrade as 32 bit. Now, after a bit of research, I wish I had used the 64 bit instead.

    This begs 2 questions - first, will it "cost" me another license to change?
    Second, is it possible to complete without losing my information.

    Thanks for you inpuf!!!

    mb
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  3. kegobeer
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    Windows 7 Ultimate x64 SP1
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    No - you don't have to pay for anything extra. You can install the 64 bit version.
    No - you will lose all of your data that is on the system partition (ie: C drive). You cannot upgrade from 32 bit to 64 bit; that requires a clean install. You will have to back up all of your data to another partition/external drive/USB/etc.

    Review these sticky posts:

    Questions to use for help with Installation Issues

    Tutorial quick reference list for Installing Windows 7

    Doing a Clean Install with a Upgrade Windows 7 Version
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