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going from 32 it to 64 bit..is clean install??

Post Date: 2008-12-09
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    Posted: 09 Dec 2008 at 10:59pm
I just got a copy of vista 64 bit cause im upgrading my low budget build a little bit. I currently have 32 bit vista installed on my drive.  Is it mandatory to do a clean install, or can I just upgrade what I have to 64 bit with the disk.  Its not a pleasant thought having to move all those files and games around again
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Thanks HM, was kinda afraid of that :(
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I actually just read up on it, and it states, and i quote...
 

You cannot perform an upgrade from a 32-bit version of Windows Vista to a 64-bit version of Windows Vista. You must use a full copy of Windows Vista to perform a clean installation of a 64-bit version.

For instructions on how to perform a clean installation, see Installing and reinstalling Windows.

For more information about installing and upgrading 64-bit versions of Windows, go to Installation choices for Windows Vista (64-bit) online.

I wonder if I can still transfer game files and such....more reading it seems...
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yes you can transfer files and such, install your vista 64bit on a new HDD then connect the 32bit drive to the PC, you will be able to see your old 32bit as a second drive and move files in between.

you cannot transfer installed apps and games. only personal/media/ files.

to behonest you want to do a clean install anyways, upgrading a 32bit is only asking for trouble down the road.

Nvidia Drivers----AMD Drivers
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