Reinstall the 64-bit instead of 32

Hello

I've upgraded to Vista to W7 about 18 months using the M/soft 3 PC Family Pack - Vista / W/7 - upgrade, which has both 32 & 64 bit installation discs.

I installed 32 bit on 3 separate PCs, but it has altered. I can't reinstall on the old corrupt 32-bit system using the 64-bit disc and codes of origin or I need to reinstall the 32.

My PC is 64-bit capable.

Thanks a lot, a lot of anticipation.

Yes you can. It will be a clean install and you need to reinstall all your applications.

You may need to activate by phone however.

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