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Upgrade Vista HP 64bit to Win 7 64bit (with 32bit key)

Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by lucifer1126, Feb 25, 2010.

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Hi All,

I was wondering if what i'm trying to do is possible. I currently have a free upgrade Windows 7 Home premium 32bit disc with valid key attached when it was shipped to me from Microsoft. I'd like to install it onto my current Asus G50vt-A1 notebook that has Vista Home Premium 64bit installed.

would it be possible for me to download an iso of the Windows 7 HP 64bit disc and use the 32bit key i got from Microsoft? Can I do a clean install? or do i have to simply upgrade my OS?

Thanks in advance.

lucifer1126, Feb 25, 2010

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Yes.
You can legally download an iso of Win 7 x64 (Home Premium since you received the key for it) and use your 32bit key to install it.

And also yes to the question if you can do a clean install instead of the upgrade. You received a full fledged Win installation disc after all.
I wouldn't bother with the upgrade myself since it can take a long time ... just do a clean install of Win 7 x64 HP.

Deks, Feb 25, 2010

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Thank you very much. I really appreciate your response

lucifer1126, Feb 25, 2010

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