64 bit ready


  1. Posts : 86
    Windows 7
       #1

    64 bit ready


    eMachines EL1200-01e SFF desktop PC is powered by an AMD Athlon 2650e 1.6GHz processor.


    I realize this forum is not about specifc computer brands. But I thought I would ask if anyone knew.

    I did a Belarc Advisor on the above desktop. And Belarc states that this machine is "64 bit ready".

    I have no idea what 64 bit ready means. I assume a pc computer is either 32 bit or 64 bit.

    Anyone know what 64 bit ready means? Does it just mean that it is 64 bit?
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  2. Posts : 163
    Windows 7 Ultimate x64
       #2

    It means that your processor can handle 64-bit Windows 7 or Vista. In 64-bit architecture you can use more than 4gb of ram. In 32-bit the OS will only recognize just over 3gb of ram even if you have more installed. I have 3gb of ram in my laptop and still run 64-bit Windows 7 because it is faster and more secure than 32-bit Windows. 64-bit is still relatively new, so if you do go to 64-bit make sure that there are drivers available for your devices before you adventure into it. Also, some older apps will not run on 64-bit Windows.
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