I have Vista 64 bit. Can I switch to Win. 7 home Premium, for free?

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• I have Vista 32 bit and would switch to the 64-bit... possible?

  I would rather buy a brand new operating system so I would like to upgrade to 64 - bit, because the MOBO, I put in is capable of up to 16 MB of RAM.  But recommend them not more than 3 GB for a 32 bit OS.  Can I upgrade my OS without much hassle or $$$.  Thanks in advance KM

  Hello

  There is no way to upgrade from 32 bit to 64 bit.

  You need a full 64-bit license and you must do a clean install.

  And Microsoft sells more Vista; they are now selling Windows 7, which will soon be replaced by Windows 8.

  See you soon.

  EDIT: Here is the Windows 7 information.

  Before purchasing Windows 7, follow these steps:

  Go to your computer / computer laptop manufacturer Web site and see if Windows 7 drivers are available for your make and model computer / laptop.

  If this is not available, Windows 7 will not properly work for you.

  Run the "Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor.

  http://www.Microsoft.com/en-US/Download/details.aspx?ID=20

  Check if your specifications are compatible for Windows 7:

  "Windows 7 system requirements"

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/products/system-requirements

  "Windows 7 Compatibility Center" for software and hardware:

  http://www.Microsoft.com/Windows/compatibility/Windows-7/en-us/default.aspx

  Windows 7 upgrade paths:

  http://TechNet.Microsoft.com/en-us/library/dd772579 (v = ws.10) .aspx

  And the Microsoft Store where you can get an idea of the price of Windows 7:

  http://www.microsoftstore.com/store/msstore/en_US/list/CategoryID.50726100

• I bought a win 7 pro online. Now I have the product key and a computer with win 7 Home premium. How can I upgrade the system without reinstall it?

  It seems that I can't use any upgrade of the time, because the key to upgrade is something different with the product key. I don't want to reinstall the whole system.

  Click Start, type Anytime Upgrade, click on the option enter a key, enter the key of Windows 7 Professional on demand, click Next, wait while checking the key, accept the license agreement, click on upgrade, wait while the software upgrades, (it may take 10 minutes or more depending on the if updates are required) your computer restarts automatically, after the reboot, Windows 7 will notify you updating the computer, the computer will restart once more automatically and will be completed the upgrade, a window will appear notifying the upgrade was successful and your computer is ready to use, click Close, you should be upgraded to Windows 7 Professional your files, programs and settings retained.

  Windows 7 Anytime Upgrade fails:

  If your getting the following: error: Windows Anytime Upgrade failed
  This problem may occur if Windows 7 SP1 was downloaded by Windows Update, but has not yet been installed.
  See: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/2660811

  = Other reasons and possible corrections.

  Windows Anytime Upgrade fails with the error:
  "every time that the upgrade has failed. Go online to solve the problem.
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/2658652

  If Anytime Upgrade still does not work:

  Shut down and restart your computer.

  Make sure that the Windows updates have been installed.

  Download the hotfix that contains a tool called CheckSUR, this tool will look at the package and the maintenance of records and difficulty any data corrupted, the tool is listed under kb947821 he can be found at the following link http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=947821

  If Anytime Upgrade still does not work, turn off the user account control:

  1. go in user accounts in Control Panel

  2 change user account control settings

  3. pull the slider to the level as low as possible

  4. restart the PC

  5. pass by the "Anytime Upgrade" as usual

  Try the following:

  1 disable any security software before attempting to upgrade

  2. make sure that your computer is updated (devices and applications)

  3. disconnect all external devices before installing.

  4. check your hard disk for errors:

  Click Start

  Type: CMD, according to the results, right-click CMD

  Click on "Run as Administrator"

  At the command prompt, type: chkdsk /f /r

  When you restart your system, your computer will be scanned for errors and will try to correct them.

  1. click on start, type msconfig in the search box and press ENTER.

  User account control permission

  If you are prompted for an administrator password or a confirmation, type the password, or click on continue.

  2. in the general tab, click Selective startup.

  3. under Selective startup, clear the check box load startup items.

  4. click on the Services tab, select the hide all Microsoft Services check box, and then click Disable all.

  5. click on OK.

  6. When you are prompted, click on restart.

  7. after the computer starts, check if the problem is resolved.

  Also run the Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor:

  http://www.Microsoft.com/Windows/Windows-7/Upgrade-Advisor.aspx

  Who should I contact if I have problems installing and / or activation of my product key card?

  Please contact to the: www.windows7.com/getkeysupport.

  If all above fails them, install Windows 7 Service Pack 1, and then try the Express Upgrade:

  Learn how to install Windows 7 Service Pack 1 (SP1)
  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/learn-how-to-install-Windows-7-Service-Pack-1-SP1

  If your key is not valid and you will need to change the keys, you may need to Open regedit and remove first the ProductKey value in the following registry key:
   
  HKCU\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\WindowsAnytimeUpgrade

• I have a key to product software need to Win 7 Home base for my laptop

  Hello

  Someone uninstalled my current operating system from my laptop. I have the product key. But what is the option to install and activate my original windows?

  Laptop - Lenovo

  64-bit

  Windows 7 Home basic.

  Use the following to download Windows 7 Home Basic Edition:

  Microsoft Windows and Office ISO download tool - HeiDoc.net

• Upgrade to Win 7 Home Premium 32 bit Vista Home Premium 32

  I have a laptop Dell Inspiron 1525 with an Intel Duo T5550 processor.

  It came with Vista Home Premium OEM.  I want to switch to Win 7 Home Premium 32.  I have lost the backup package of all software provided with the PC.  Do I need the original disc against the install Vista upgrade to Windows 7 or recognize the Win 7 install my Vista complete?  I remember way back when I upgraded from Mellenium to XP I had to insert a Windows Installer disk.  Help?

  The Windows 7 upgrade will be superimposed the Vista.

  The upgrade is performed from a Vista running

  Windows 7 questions for:

  http://www.Microsoft.com/Windows/Windows-7/get/Upgrade-Advisor.aspx

  Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor.

  http://TechNet.Microsoft.com/en-us/library/dd772579 (WS.10) .aspx

  Railways upgrade to Windows 7 at the link above.

  http://www.Microsoft.com/Windows/compatibility/Windows-7/en-us/default.aspx

  Windows 7 Hardware/Software Compatibility Center.

  For any question on Windows 7:

  http://social.answers.Microsoft.com/forums/en-us/category/Windows7

  Link above is Windows 7 Forum for questions on Windows 7.

  Windows 7 questions should be directed to / stationed there.

  You are in the Vista Forums.

  See you soon.

  Mick Murphy - Microsoft partner

• Can I switch to Win 7 SP1 of Vista Home Basic (without Service Pack)?

  Hello, currently I run Vista home basic 32-bit without the service Pack installed. I did once try and install but I got was a never-ending startup sequence (the BONES do not start) and I had to restore a backup copy of previous Vista before installing SP1. So it's just a quick question: can I go directly to Win 7 Ultimate 32-bit SP1 without having all the service packs currently? I don't have a lot of free time to do a clean install and restore programs and games, and configure them.

  Microsoft recommends that you have at least Service Pack 1 installed.

  You can try to install without MS, if you wish.

  And if you have a problem, follow this information.

  Click Start > right click on computer > left click on properties > see if you have Vista 32 bit or Vista 64-bit installed.

  Then, choose the download of 'bit' OK to use to install Service Packs, first of all the installation of SP1.

  Vista SP1 32-bit (x 86): http://www.microsoft.com/en-au/download/details.aspx?id=30

  Vista SP1 64-bit: http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=21299

  Vista SP2 32-bit (x 86): http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=16468

  Vista SP2 64-bit: http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=17669

  See you soon.

• I have Vista and I can not program to open my Control Panel control or office told me application not found

  I have Vista and I can not program to open my control panel or office

  For Windows Vista file association problems
  http://www.Winhelponline.com/articles/105/1/file-association-fixes-for-Windows-Vista.html

  You probably have an association bad .exe. Try the fix for this.

  Harold Horne / TaurArian [MVP] 2005-2011. The information has been provided * being * with no guarantee or warranty.

• I have Vista 32 bit and I recently installed AVG free antivirus, 2013

  I have Vista 32 bit and I recently installed AVG free antivirus, 2013

  each file or app I try to download I am failed - Virus detected... I have removed the 2013 AVG, but still get the msg for each download (file or app)

  You have access to another machine? If you do, download it to this machine and then copy the .exe downloaded on the computer problem. You will probably want to get this as well.
   
   
  Download the free version of this tool. First check the updates and then run a full scan.
   
  Malwarebytes Anti-Malware
  http://www.Malwarebytes.org/products/malwarebytes_free 
   
   
   
  
   
   

• Why do I get ServicePack 4 updated when I only have vista 32-bit home

  Why do I get sevice pack 4 updates for download when I only have vista 32-bit home. I don't understand why. If someone could help, I would be very grateful. Thank you.

  Hi Patricia,

  Usually if there is a problem with the Sql server server there may be damage to the .netframework. Try to run this tool: http://blogs.msdn.com/b/astebner/archive/2008/08/28/8904493.aspx , and then try again to update the system again.

• I get the message: HP Advisor has stopped working. I have Vista 32 bit service pack 2

  I get the message: HP Advisor has stopped working. I have Vista 32 bit service pack 2

  Hello

  Contact HP support because it is their software problem

  http://welcome.HP.com/country/us/en/contact_us.html

  or ask in the Forums of HP Support

  http://h30434.www3.HP.com/

• Why is my black wmp album art? I have vista... can anyone help?

  Why is my black wmp album art? I have vista... can anyone help?

  I suggest that you try to clear the cache of album art. Close Windows Media Player and Media Center and make sure that Windows Explorer is configured to display the hidden files and folders and show protected operating system files. Then, go to C:\Users\\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Media Player\Art Cache\LocalMLS and delete all the files in this folder. Who help me?

• I have Vista 32 bit SP 2. Is this compatible with M-audio?

  I have Vista 32 bit SP 2. Is this compatible with M-audio?

  M-audio support say that Yes, it is compatible and I have all new drivers, but it does not work.

  Any ideas?

  I have Vista 32 bit SP 2. Is this compatible with M-audio?

  M-audio support say that Yes, it is compatible and I have all new drivers, but it does not work.

  Any ideas?

  Why don't you ask in the official forum for M-audio?
  http://forums.m-audio.com/

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• HP Pavilion dv9548us with Win 7 Home Premium 64-bit. I have HP Cool wInstall sense 2.0

  I have HP Pavilion dv9548us with Win 7 Home Premium 64-bit. I tried to install HP Cool feeling 2.0 but the installation was completed with error massage 'there is a problem with this Windows Installer package... "The same problem with Cool sense 2.1. Please help me solve this problem.

  Thank you.

  Hello

  What follows is certainly not what you wanted to hear, but it is frank and honest.

  There is no support for Windows 7 on your laptop. If you were able to get to the top and running, so you were lucky.

  The only provided HP drivers and applications that are available for your laptop are for Windows 2000, Windows XP and Windows Vista.

  You can try to install the Coolsense driver in compatibility mode, but there is absolutely no guarantee that it will work.

  Just as it says on the download page of Coolsense, "this feature is available on mobile phones supported running a supported operating system." Unfortunately, your laptop is not grave in either categeory.

  Best regards

  ERICO

• How do I upgrade/switch to Windows 7 Home Premium 64 bit OF Windows 7 Home Premium 32 Bit?

  I noticed that my laptop has 64-bit capabilities. My processor is AMD Athlon Dual-Core QL-60 1.90 GHZ. Can someone give me detailed instructions on how to move to Windows 7 Home Premium 64 Bit? Also, I have 2 GB of RAM, and I don't know if I should get another 2 GB for the transition to work. Thank you. ~ Mystery.

  "Mystery100" wrote in message News: * e-mail address is removed from the privacy * .com...

  @LVTravel my laptop came with Windows Vista installed, but last Christmas, I installed Windows 7 Home Premium. It actually came with 64-bit disk, and the activation key.

  I understood the part when you say that I have to reinstall all my programs basically. I'm not sure what you mean by data files, they are available when I insert the backup? Where can I insert the disc to backup at all? My question is, how to restore these "data files"? Also, sorry for all the questions. :)

  ~ Mystery.

  Data files are the files that you create with your programs such as movies of documents, spreadsheets Excel, Word, photographs, etc.  If the files have been copied on the device to backup using Windows Explorer you can just copy them to the refurbished computer.  If you used a backup of some program you type then need to use this program to put the files back on the computer.  Some backup programs will create an image of the drive hard and if you do not select the data files only you could possibly replace your 64-bit operating system installation.  I would recommend that you get your cousin to ensure that data is backed up and the restore is performed correctly.
   
   

• I have the product key for Win 7 Home Premium OA on laptop - I need to re - install due to virus, how can I get a copy?

  Win 7 Home Premium

  I have the product key for Win 7 Home Premium OA on laptop - I need to re - install due to virus, how can I get a copy?

  I have the product key for Win 7 Home Premium OA on laptop - I need to re - install due to virus, how can I get a copy?

  See the response of Mike Hall, but also, note the following:

  What virus do you have? How do you know if you're a? Reinstalling Windows due to a virus is almost never required and is usually exaggerated way. It is normally much easier and much less likely to cause you problems if you delete the virus with a good antivirus program.