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Demala

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Since my windows 7 order will come in 7 days I am going to need to clean install as I have 8GB of RAM but currently use 32bit XP due to only making the pc a month or so ago it would have been a waste paying for 64bit vista or something.

SO what way can I go around installing 64bit Windows 7? Like if I have to wipe the harddrive (happy to do this if NEEDED), how can I do that quickly with out harming the computer? Or when I load the disc will it ive an option?

Cheers :)
 
When you load the windows cd you will have to format anyway. If possible, do a quick format. If you bought a 64bit version that's all it can install. same with 32bit.
 
linkin93 said:
When you load the windows cd you will have to format anyway. If possible, do a quick format. If you bought a 64bit version that's all it can install. same with 32bit.
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According to Microsoft you get one key but BOTH discs. So going by that I will be able to use either disc.

So I will install the 64bit - but my current OS is 32bit - so won't I have to 'Clean Install' or something?

Also what does it mean by 'Select "Custom Installation" and re-create primary drive partition(s)'?

Like the second bit.

Cheers
 
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Demala said:
According to Microsoft you get one key but BOTH discs. So going by that I will be able to use either disc.

So I will install the 64bit - but my current OS is 32bit - so won't I have to 'Clean Install' or something?

Also what does it mean by 'Select "Custom Installation" and re-create primary drive partition(s)'?

Like the second bit.

Cheers
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Yes, you can use either disc.

Yes, clean install.

Select Custom Install, select the partition you want to install on, Format, next...
 
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