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    Vista key question...

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by hollownail, Apr 26, 2008.

  1. hollownail

    hollownail Individual 11

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    So I got Vista Business version from my Alma Mater today...
    They only had the 32 bit version though (they used to sell XP 32 and 64 together).

    so my question is... will the key I have for the 32-bit version work for the 64-bit one?
     
    hollownail, Apr 26, 2008
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    elijahRW Notebook Deity

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    I don't believe so. Not totally sure though.
     
    elijahRW, Apr 26, 2008
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  3. hollownail

    hollownail Individual 11

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    Well that sucks. I wanted the x64 version :-/
    Hrm... well, I probably wont stick with Vista for long anyway. Guess I'll muck around with the 32 bit version and move back to xp later.
     
    hollownail, Apr 26, 2008
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  4. lqaddict

    lqaddict Notebook Consultant

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    The key will work for both 32- and 64-bit installations.
    The key won't work if you will try to install another version of the OS, i.e Ultimate or Home Premium, etc.
     
    lqaddict, Apr 26, 2008
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  5. hollownail

    hollownail Individual 11

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    Ah great. I'll give that a try with downloaded version from that big thread on here.

    thanks.
     
    hollownail, Apr 26, 2008
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  6. lqaddict

    lqaddict Notebook Consultant

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    As long as you have 64-bit installation media, and the license key for the version you are trying to install you should be fine.
     
    lqaddict, Apr 26, 2008
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    it all depends if your system is OEM or not. if it is bought separatelly, then it should and will work. if it is an OEM, then it will probably not, but Im not sure there.....you can read this, should clear this up for you. :)
    http://forum.notebookreview.com/showthread.php?t=243826
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    please rep the people that help you
     
    xbender, Apr 26, 2008
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  8. kanehi

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    For the retail version both 32 and 64 bits have the same activation number.
     
    kanehi, Apr 26, 2008
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    No, if you want to upgrade to 64 you have to buy new software.
     
    Wirelessman, Apr 26, 2008
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  10. Harper2.0

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    i used the key that came with my laptop to install 64bit vista home premium from a 64 bit disc, it activated for like a week, then i had to call, but it's activated now and works.
     
    Harper2.0, Apr 26, 2008
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  11. flipfire

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    Theres no need to buy anything. Your 32bit key will work for 64bit aslong as you install the same version your purchased (basic,home premium,ultimate). 'Upgrading' to 64bit isnt exactly the proper term, its more like switching as you have to do a clean install.
     
    flipfire, Apr 26, 2008
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