32-bit vs 64-bit

[Kyle2011 10]

Which is better i dont wanna buy something that is not compatible.

Also if i do go with the 32-bit, hp is asking me whether i want the basic, or premium 32-bit package which is $30 more. So which one do i get?

[Mudkip 0]

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[Ringhejm 10]

Which is better i dont wanna buy something that is not compatible.

Also if i do go with the 32-bit, hp is asking me whether i want the basic, or premium 32-bit package which is $30 more. So which one do i get?

That has noting to do whit 64 bit version. They want you to choose one of 2 produkt. if it is vista, they want to know if you want

1. vista basic 32 bit

or

2. vista premium 32 bit.

It has nothing to do whit 64 bit. you can get the 64 bit version for the same price if you want, just make sure that you PC is 64 bit ready.

[no use for a name 0]

if you're getting a system with less than 4 gigs of RAM, go with 32bit. If not, go with 64 or you'll only be able to use ~3GB (even if the app is 64bit).

Personally, if it's possible I wouldn't get any OS pre-installed and just DL the free Win7 builds, burn it, throw it on the system when it arrives, then upgrade when it goes on sale on Oct 22nd

[-RIP- Luhgnut 10]

if you're getting a system with less than 4 gigs of RAM, go with 32bit. If not, go with 64 or you'll only be able to use ~3GB (even if the app is 64bit).

Personally, if it's possible I wouldn't get any OS pre-installed and just DL the free Win7 builds, burn it, throw it on the system when it arrives, then upgrade when it goes on sale on Oct 22nd

Microsoft isn't dishing out the free Win-7 keys anymore. Won't let you D/L it either, but you can pull it from torrents if you already have a key from Microsoft and it will work. But will time out in March.

[no use for a name 0]

Luhgnut;1448653']Microsoft isn't dishing out the free Win-7 keys anymore. Won't let you D/L it either' date=' but you can pull it from torrents if you already have a key from Microsoft and it will work. But will time out in March.[/quote']

ah, thanks for the info.

[AndresCL 10]

Which is better i dont wanna buy something that is not compatible.

Also if i do go with the 32-bit, hp is asking me whether i want the basic, or premium 32-bit package which is $30 more. So which one do i get?

Its none of my business, but you may prefer to build up your desktop pc. Lets say that... uhm... "Trademark" PCs are pretty much garbage. Unless you are buying a laptop, you will save and/or get a much better pc by buying the parts from hardware stores

[kklownboy 43]

go 64 and home basic... unless you like the cool aero stuff. IMO the cheapest 64bit win7 is the way to go.

[echo1 0]

if you're getting a system with less than 4 gigs of RAM, go with 32bit. If not, go with 64 or you'll only be able to use ~3GB (even if the app is 64bit).

Personally, if it's possible I wouldn't get any OS pre-installed and just DL the free Win7 builds, burn it, throw it on the system when it arrives, then upgrade when it goes on sale on Oct 22nd

There's no reason not to get 64bit any more. Particularly with Windows 7's XP virtualization mode, you can just run the drivers for old hardware in there.

And I'd wait the month till Windows 7 is official released.

Edited September 26, 2009 by echo1

[no use for a name 0]

There's no reason not to get 64bit any more. Particularly with Windows 7's XP virtualization mode, you can just run the drivers for old hardware in there.

And I'd wait the month till Windows 7 is official released.

There is if certain drivers aren't supplied for 64-bit os's ;)

I have to use 32bit because Actiontec doesn't have any 64bit drivers (at least for Win7) for my wireless USB adapter.

[mlenser 10]

Personally, if it's possible I wouldn't get any OS pre-installed and just DL the free Win7 builds, burn it, throw it on the system when it arrives, then upgrade when it goes on sale on Oct 22nd

Only snag there is that there is no UPGRADE from the pre-release to the retail version if you believe Microsoft. I read that I'd need to do a complete format & re-install with the retail version when its released? Edited September 27, 2009 by mlenser
spelling -big fingers.

[dm 9]

I read that I'd need to do a complete format & re-install with the retail version when its released?

Thats the information they're giving at the moment, and its the only reason I'm holding off on getting a new rig. Sucks :(

I have to use 32bit because Actiontec doesn't have any 64bit drivers (at least for Win7) for my wireless USB adapter.

with Windows 7's XP virtualization mode, you can just run the drivers for old hardware in there.

:)

[echo1 0]

There is if certain drivers aren't supplied for 64-bit os's ;)

I have to use 32bit because Actiontec doesn't have any 64bit drivers (at least for Win7) for my wireless USB adapter.

To be honest, for something reasonably cheap like a WLAN adaptor, I'd just get a new one. Odds are that if your adaptor is so old that there's no 64-bit drivers, even a basic new one will be miles better anyway. It's different for things like printers, but there are ways around that (using some kind of printer server, or virtual XP mode)

[pchaxor 0]

my 2 cents

Choose whatever path leads you to Windows 7 Ultimate 64bit

Most OEM's are doing free upgrades for the Vista Premium option.

If this is not the case then WAIT for it.

I run Win7 Ultimate 64bit and ArmA 2 LOVES it.

The drivers are there. No worries. (unless you have legacy ISA card for gawd sakes)

!!!! ----> I have Not had 1 single crash since loading this. (Aug. 10th)

And yes I am running the FINAL RTM, not Beta. (MPP Subscriber)

Good Luck!

[echo1 0]

Wouldn't bother with Ultimate, Professional has all the useful features, and is much cheaper. Home Premium would probably be enough for most users.

[no use for a name 0]

To be honest, for something reasonably cheap like a WLAN adaptor, I'd just get a new one. Odds are that if your adaptor is so old that there's no 64-bit drivers, even a basic new one will be miles better anyway. It's different for things like printers, but there are ways around that (using some kind of printer server, or virtual XP mode)

well I'm moving within the next few weeks anyway so hopefully I'll have a direct cable hookup...wireless suck lol

[-RIP- Luhgnut 10]

Its none of my business, but you may prefer to build up your desktop pc. Lets say that... uhm... "Trademark" PCs are pretty much garbage. Unless you are buying a laptop, you will save and/or get a much better pc by buying the parts from hardware stores

This is totally true and I agree. Brandname PC manufacturers are so squeezed and under so much pressure to make a profit, that they put the most garbage components in, slap a name on it, and dump it on the public.