Windows upgrade (REPAIR) install using Universal Installation CD


  1. Posts : 3
    Windows 7 Ultimate x64bit
       #1

    Windows upgrade (REPAIR) install using Universal Installation CD


    Hi Guys

    So my 64bit fujitsu lifebook laptop has run into some crazy problems the last few days. Including freezing every several minutes for ages. BSOD a few times a day. Nothing along the taskbar opening. Task Manager making the whole screen turn black... etc etc etc

    I researched alot and tried many things, including chkdsk which just takes to long for it to be realistic (i judge it would take about 1 week to finish)

    That being said, i want to do a repair install of windows 7, but when i use my universal disc (which has 32bit and 64bit windows 7 on it) it returns the error after the compatibility check:

    - You can’t upgrade 64-bit Windows to a 32-bit version of Windows. To upgrade, obtain a 64-bit version of the installation disc, or go online to see how to install Windows 7 and keep your files and settings.

    - 32-bit Windows cannot be upgraded to a 64-bit version of Windows. To upgrade, obtain a 32-bit version of the Windows installation disc.


    So my question is, is there a workaround for this? I know people can make a universal disc easily, so maybe there is a way to do this in reverse?

    Thanks

    EDIT: Before anyone worries about human error i can assure you I have 64bit laptop and i am selecting 64bit installation on my disc at the start of the setup :)
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  2. Posts : 6,285
    Windows 10 Pro X64
       #2

    Are you starting the upgrade from a booted Win 7 system to do an upgrade or Repair install? If so I suggest you back up your data then boot the DVD and do a Clean install, formatting the partition. That should work with no problem.

    Alternatively, create a X64 bit DVD (or flash drive) with the correct version of Win 7 and use it instead of the universal installer.
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  3. Posts : 7,730
    Windows 7 Ultimate SP1 64-Bit
       #3

    Check out this tutorial for a clean install of Windows using your COA product key for activation.

    Clean Reinstall - Factory OEM Windows 7
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  4. Posts : 3
    Windows 7 Ultimate x64bit
    Thread Starter
       #4

    Ztruker said:
    Are you starting the upgrade from a booted Win 7 system to do an upgrade or Repair install? If so I suggest you back up your data then boot the DVD and do a Clean install, formatting the partition. That should work with no problem.

    Alternatively, create a X64 bit DVD (or flash drive) with the correct version of Win 7 and use it instead of the universal installer.
    I'm trying to do a repair install so to avoid losing all my installed programs. You say create a x64 bit DVD. Can i do this without downloading it and taking the 64bit setup off of my universal CD?
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  5. Posts : 3
    Windows 7 Ultimate x64bit
    Thread Starter
       #5

    seavixen32 said:
    Check out this tutorial for a clean install of Windows using your COA product key for activation.

    Clean Reinstall - Factory OEM Windows 7
    Thanks, but A clean install isn't the problem, it's trying to do an upgrade (repair install)
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  6. Posts : 6,285
    Windows 10 Pro X64
       #6

    No, I think you will need to download the X64 iso from Digital River: Download Windows 7 ISO (Official 32-bit and 64-bit Direct Download Links) « My Digital Life

    Takes me about 30 minutes.
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  7. Posts : 7,730
    Windows 7 Ultimate SP1 64-Bit
       #7

    theviewer1985 said:
    seavixen32 said:
    Check out this tutorial for a clean install of Windows using your COA product key for activation.

    Clean Reinstall - Factory OEM Windows 7
    Thanks, but A clean install isn't the problem, it's trying to do an upgrade (repair install)
    In that case try a repair install, as explained here: Repair Install
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  8.    #8

    The latest installer and tool to burn to dVD or write to flash stick is in steps 1 and 2 of Clean Reinstall tutorial.
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  9. Posts : 1
    Windows 7, Windows XP
       #9

    theviewer1985 said:
    Hi Guys

    So my 64bit fujitsu lifebook laptop has run into some crazy problems the last few days. Including freezing every several minutes for ages. BSOD a few times a day. Nothing along the taskbar opening. Task Manager making the whole screen turn black... etc etc etc

    I researched alot and tried many things, including chkdsk which just takes to long for it to be realistic (i judge it would take about 1 week to finish)

    That being said, i want to do a repair install of windows 7, but when i use my universal disc (which has 32bit and 64bit windows 7 on it) it returns the error after the compatibility check:

    - You can’t upgrade 64-bit Windows to a 32-bit version of Windows. To upgrade, obtain a 64-bit version of the installation disc, or go online to see how to install Windows 7 and keep your files and settings.

    - 32-bit Windows cannot be upgraded to a 64-bit version of Windows. To upgrade, obtain a 32-bit version of the Windows installation disc.


    So my question is, is there a workaround for this? I know people can make a universal disc easily, so maybe there is a way to do this in reverse?

    Thanks

    EDIT: Before anyone worries about human error i can assure you I have 64bit laptop and i am selecting 64bit installation on my disc at the start of the setup :)
    How did you resolved it?
    I am also facing the similar issue! Kindly help!
      My Computer

  10.    #10

    Please start a new thread, explain fully what are the problems you are trying to overcome.
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