Converting from 32-bit to Windows 7 64 bit... How?

I am currently using a 32 bit OS... I want to install Windows 7 64 bit... What can I do to save my settings and install the 64-bit version?

Or, what is the most effective method to make the switch and keep my files?

Last - is it possible to simply upgrade and keep all my software that is installed without re - manually install everything?

To upgrade a 32-bit to 64-bit operating system, you must perform a custom (clean) installation, which will involve the migration of your files and reinstall your programs.

To migrate your data, you can use Windows Easy Transfer, you can find by clicking Start, all programs, accessories, system tools and then click Windows Easy Transfer. Follow the prompts on the screen to preserve the user accounts you want to migrate and provide a backup target (for example, an external hard drive).

For more information about Windows Easy Transfer, please visit http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows7/Transferring-files-and-settings-frequently-asked-questions.

For more information about the differences between Windows 32 and 64-bit, and which are necessary to update, please see the http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows7/32-bit-and-64-bit-Windows-frequently-asked-questions.

For more information on performing a custom (clean) installation of Windows 7, please visit http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows7/Installing-and-reinstalling-Windows.

Hope that helps, have a nice day! Kristan M. Kenney ("Nighthawk64")

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