Windows 7 - System Type - 32-bit (x86) or 64-bit (x64)

**Brink**

How to Tell if Windows 7 is a 32-bit or 64-bit System Type

Information

This will show you how to tell if you have a 32-bit (x86) or 64-bit (x64) Windows 7 version.

Tip

For some articles that help detail the differences between a 32-bit and 64-bit OS, then please see:

64-bit: More than just the RAM - Vista Forums

Here's How:

1. Press the Windows Key + Pause/Break key.
A) Go to step 3.

OR

2. Open the Start Menu.
A) Right click on the Computer button and click on Properties. (See screenshot below)

3. If You Have a 32-bit (x86) Windows 7 System Type

4. If You Have a 64-bit (x64) Windows 7 System Type

That's it,
Shawn

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**bird635** · 02-13-2010

thank you sir

**manasthehunck** · 02-21-2010

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**Brink** · 02-21-2010

Hello, and welcome to Seven Forums.

Sorry, but the only way to go from 32-bit to 64 bit Windows 7, or in reverse, is to do a clean install with the one you want to install.

**MadMaxData** · 03-20-2010

Quote: Originally Posted by Brink

Hello, and welcome to Seven Forums.

Sorry, but the only way to go from 32-bit to 64 bit Windows 7, or in reverse, is to do a clean install with the one you want to install.

You can always edit the "System Type" text, but it won't change your OS platform one iotta...LOL

**Brink** · 03-20-2010

LOL, now I suppose that is one workaround.

duanebytes · 03-27-2011

Sorry for bumping. If I do a clean install, can I install Windows 7 Ultimate x64 on my x86 machine?

**Brink** · 03-27-2011

Hello Duane,

Yes, since you have a 64-bit CPU you will be able to. You will also need to make sure that you hae 64-bit drivers available for all of your devices as well to install after Windows 7.

Hope this helps,
Shawn

duanebytes · 03-27-2011

Quote: Originally Posted by Brink

since you have a 64-bit CPU you will be able to.

I want to install in my old machine. And I think it's a 32-bit CPU.
2GB RAM.

**Brink** · 03-27-2011

If it's a 32-bit CPU, then you will not be able to install 64-bit Windows 7 on it. Plus, with only 2GB of RAM, you would be better off with 32-bit Windows 7 installed on it.

What's the CPU brand and model number?

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