Windows Vista Ultimate 32 bits or 64 bits

Ghost Rider · February 27th, 2008

Hi everybody!!

My cracked version of windows vista ultimate 32 bits is having some huge problems due the update 940510 and i wont be able to download the SP1 when it cames out. So i have to go legal, my question is shoud i go for the 32 or for the 64 bits version. I ´am kind of lost in this matter so please help me out!!

For those willing to take some time and help me out, thanks a lot in advance!!

screwballl · February 27th, 2008

First its usually not good to mention cracked or illegal anything here, can get you into some trouble

Second, it all depends on your use. If you plan to use 4GB or more of memory then 64bit is the only way to go. Otherwise for 3GB or less, you are better off with 32-bit simply because of drivers and software compatibility. In another few years when Windows7 is out, you may as well go 64-bit at that time but for now it is really an immature platform that is not suggested for every day systems.

**gvblake22** · February 27th, 2008

If you get the retail version (not OEM) of Vista 32-bit I think you should be able to get a 64-bit version mailed to you from Microsoft for a few bucks, that way you can have both! I'll see if I can dig up a link...

Ghost Rider · February 27th, 2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by screwballl

First its usually not good to mention cracked or illegal anything here, can get you into some trouble

Second, it all depends on your use. If you plan to use 4GB or more of memory then 64bit is the only way to go. Otherwise for 3GB or less, you are better off with 32-bit simply because of drivers and software compatibility. In another few years when Windows7 is out, you may as well go 64-bit at that time but for now it is really an immature platform that is not suggested for every day systems.

OOPs, wont mention it again, sorry

The main use I give to my system is gaming, Ms office, CS2 so i guess that you are right and i will go for the 32 bits version.

Thanks

Tech Geek Deluxe · February 27th, 2008

I would like the linky too gvblake22

Ghost Rider · February 27th, 2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by gvblake22

If you get the retail version (not OEM) of Vista 32-bit I think you should be able to get a 64-bit version mailed to you from Microsoft for a few bucks, that way you can have both! I'll see if I can dig up a link...

That would be great, the only thing is that i live in Chile (Southamerica) and so far i know Microsoft wont mail a OS down here.

Thanks!!

Parker · February 27th, 2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tech Geek Deluxe

I would like the linky too gvblake22

+1
I would like to get a 64 bit OS!

**gvblake22** · February 27th, 2008

Damn, I can't seem to find what I'm looking for, just a couple things here and there of people saying they've done it. Has anyone here purchased the full retail version of Vista 32-bit? Was there any kind of cupon or instructions with it on how to get a 64-bit disk? I swear there must be a way to do it!

EDIT:

Found it! (link)

That link above is for English, North America. If you need something else, you need to select the appropriate language/region in the drop down box at the bottom of this page...

Parker · February 27th, 2008

Very nice blake!
Thanks for that link

I've heard that people have lots of driver problems with vista 64 bit?
Is that true?

Ghost Rider · February 27th, 2008

Thanks blake!!

February 27th, 2008	#1
Ghost Rider Hell on Wheels Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 40	Windows Vista Ultimate 32 bits or 64 bits Hi everybody!! My cracked version of windows vista ultimate 32 bits is having some huge problems due the update 940510 and i wont be able to download the SP1 when it cames out. So i have to go legal, my question is shoud i go for the 32 or for the 64 bits version. I ´am kind of lost in this matter so please help me out!! For those willing to take some time and help me out, thanks a lot in advance!! System: Amd Athlon 64 X2 5200+ @ 3GHZ 2 Gig OCZ Titanium Series PC6400/DDR2 800Mhz EPP @ 1000 MHZ Asus Crosshair Zalman CNPS 9700 LED Video Card XFX 8800 GTS 512 Alpha Dog Edition HDD Seagate Barracuda 120G Sata HDD Samsung 160G IDE 1 LG DVDRW DL Thermaltake Purepower RX 600W Viewsonic VA2226 Wide Case has no brand Windows Vista Home Premium 32bits

February 27th, 2008	#2
screwballl Colonel Calamity Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Sandy South Posts: 6,277 Blog Entries: 6	Re: Windows Vista Ultimate 32 bits or 64 bits First its usually not good to mention cracked or illegal anything here, can get you into some trouble Second, it all depends on your use. If you plan to use 4GB or more of memory then 64bit is the only way to go. Otherwise for 3GB or less, you are better off with 32-bit simply because of drivers and software compatibility. In another few years when Windows7 is out, you may as well go 64-bit at that time but for now it is really an immature platform that is not suggested for every day systems. Thanks HL and Corsair! My opinions are my own and not representative of this site or its members.

February 27th, 2008	#3
gvblake22 Modder-ator Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Tempe Desert Posts: 6,481 Blog Entries: 1	Re: Windows Vista Ultimate 32 bits or 64 bits If you get the retail version (not OEM) of Vista 32-bit I think you should be able to get a 64-bit version mailed to you from Microsoft for a few bucks, that way you can have both! I'll see if I can dig up a link...

February 27th, 2008	#5
Tech Geek Deluxe Eat from the right tree Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 861	Re: Windows Vista Ultimate 32 bits or 64 bits I would like the linky too gvblake22 Main: 3.6ghzE8400, Xigmatek, Asus p5Q45, PC 610W PSU, 4GB 6400, XP Pro, 500GB, 22" + (2)19" WS LCD's w/ Palit 9600 GT, ATI4350 HT, 550Pro, and Dual Core Notebook. Cambridge # 12 Portable, Rode Podcaster Fios-15mbs Server: 3ghzQ6600 Gemini2, IP35Pro, PC 610W PSU, 4GB DDR2 8000, XP Pro, 250GB, (2) 19" WS LCD, XFX 9600GT, BoomTube Portable XServer: 3ghzQ6600, Nirvana, BloodIron, OCZ 550W PSU, 4GB 6400, XP Pro, 3850, 2X Farm: 3.6ghzE8400, 8800GT, 3Ghz E5200, Gigabyte, P5Bplus, 4Gb, 2GB, XP, XFX.

February 27th, 2008	#8
gvblake22 Modder-ator Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Tempe Desert Posts: 6,481 Blog Entries: 1	Damn, I can't seem to find what I'm looking for, just a couple things here and there of people saying they've done it. Has anyone here purchased the full retail version of Vista 32-bit? Was there any kind of cupon or instructions with it on how to get a 64-bit disk? I swear there must be a way to do it! EDIT: Found it! (link) That link above is for English, North America. If you need something else, you need to select the appropriate language/region in the drop down box at the bottom of this page... Last edited by gvblake22; February 27th, 2008 at 09:21.

February 27th, 2008	#9
Parker Bowser pwner. Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: East Bay, CA Posts: 1,658 Blog Entries: 1	Re: Windows Vista Ultimate 32 bits or 64 bits Very nice blake! Thanks for that link I've heard that people have lots of driver problems with vista 64 bit? Is that true?

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