Can I use 32 bit XP Pro OEM to reinstall XP Pro 64 bit?

Assuming I can find some OEM media somewhere, can I use my license of Pro (SP2) 32-bit XP to install XP 64 bit?  I need to be able to use 64-bit for the big stages of rendering on my quad core.  I read so many places to be able to do this, but I don't know if it applies to the OEM licenses.  I read that it won't work with the media to detail. Confirm?

If this is not the case, can I sell my XP Pro 32 bit media + sticker COA (always on the disc envelope) via ebay or similar so I can recover my cost of the purchase of a new 64 bit OS?

Hi Deschnell,

Thanks for posting. Probably if you use the media 64 bit retail with a 32 bit OEM license, the installation will fail with a bad key. I recommend that you find media with this key 64-bit or more on the site below.

http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/326246

I hope this helps!

Shawn - Support Engineer - MCP, MCDST
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