Windows Vista x64 discs

[kwschs]

Haven't been around much in the last two days except my laptop because my comp died.

I rebuilt a new comp, very nice etc, but I cant find the vista x64 discs that came with my other computer. I dont wanna use the 32bit discs I have , as i like running 64bit much better since im using 8gigs of ram.

I was wondering if anyone had a x64 disc I could borrow, or burn me a copy?

[Chrysanthe]

Well, I'd hate to send it to ya and prolly lose it on the postal way... the chances are high... I think. But I could burn it though.... however, I'm not sure, if that's legal...

Anyway, can I use a key from a 32 bit edition for a 64 bit edition?

[kwschs]

I can get you a 32bit key i have an extra one from a pc i havent built that i plan on using the x64 on.

The cd wont get lost in the mail lol, and i can paypal you the cost of shipping :), really need haha.

Its legal to make a copy i belive but no point if your able to ship and you dont mind :thumbsup:

[daviddoran]

Depending on the version of vista (OEM or Retail) you might not be able to use a 64 bit key. Retail copies work fine either way, but the OEM ones are tied to the specific version.

[kwschs]

:thumbsup: Thats also true

[ohlins]

Dammit! Guess il have to buy a 64bit version then. :(

[Anahka]

I've used a OEM Dell key on a downloaded 64-bit installation of Vista. Works fine. Even student-license keys work on both versions.

[kwschs]

Where did you download it though? I can't find a secure source.

Ill use a torrent if you can give me a secure link that works 100%

[sojolly]

You can request a 64-bit DVD from Microsoft if you have the 32-bit key.

http://www.microsoft.com/windows/windows-vista/compare-editions/64-bit.aspx

Sojolly

[ohlins]

So it does work with a OEM 32-bit key ?
(Starts prepareing for a format)

edit: apperantly not, they offer me vista SP1...

[Turenn]

This might be a be a n00b question, but. Do you need different Hardware to run the x64 vista? I have Vista 32 now and I got 4gigs of ram just sitting there on my desk.

[Stealthy]

This might be a be a n00b question, but. Do you need different Hardware to run the x64 vista? I have Vista 32 now and I got 4gigs of ram just sitting there on my desk.
Hardware requirements are the same - http://www.microsoft.com/windows/windows-vista/get/system-requirements.aspx

Cheers,

S.

[Stealthy]

The OEM / retail / volume licensing keys are all different. As are the 32-bit and 64-bit keys.

Cheers,

S.

[kwschs]

Hardware is the same, but you NEED a 64 bit processor to use it.

[Anahka]

The OEM / retail / volume licensing keys are all different. As are the 32-bit and 64-bit keys.

Cheers,

S.

First part might be true (although not in my experience) but 32-bit keys do work on 64-bit installs. Unless you have some very specific key. I've re-installed several pc's that were shipped with 32-bit; installed 64-bit version and used the same key. I've used keys ranging from Dell to student-licenses.

If you're in the EU I can send you a disk.

[aNiMaL]

Do take note of the the atikmdag/nvlddmkm errors Vista 64 might throw at you.
The only way I've been able to "fix" it was by disabling my secondary screen.

[kwschs]

Im in the US :(

[Suvega]

ME AND VELANI DID NOT SEE THIS THREAD.


-that is all, carry on-

[kwschs]

wiat what haha?

[pomo]

wiat what haha?they work for microsoft .

as for asking for windows discs and keys i dont think that should be permitted here. esp since it has nothing to do with dual-boxing wow. keep it to pms wouldnt want ellay getting in troble since some goof balls want to play pirates

[Anahka]

Well we're not exchanging keys or anything. And you basically pay for the key, not the physical disc ;) Worst case scenario we're screwed MS out of the (shipping) cost of a 64-bit install disc. Meh.

They could answer the question asked though :) I'm kinda curious, will ANY key for any version of Vista work on both 32-bit and 64-bit installs? In my experience so far, it will work.

[kwschs]

Ill let you know , but i dont think so.