Solved Reinstalling 64 bit...

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Sol1dSnak3

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When I first got my PC I had Vista 64 bit. I ended up getting 32 bit because a tech guy wrongfully told me to get it to fix a problem I was having. Long story short I have 32 bit, and I have the reinstall disc for 64 bit. Could I install 64 bit with the reinstall disc? I originally had 64 bit and I do have the product key, so will this work?
 

My Computer

System One

Yes you can.
You are entitled to use 64 bit or 32 bit with the same key number. The rule, however, is one at a time. You cannot run 32 and 64 on two different machines with the same key. Because you are going 32 to 64, you must format during the install process.
http://www.vistax64.com/tutorials/117366-clean-install-full-version-vista.html

I am assuming that the OS came preinstalled on the computer and you have the full version and not an upgrade version.
 

My Computer

System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    Dell XPS420
    Memory
    6 gig
    Graphics Card(s)
    ATI Radeon HD3650 256 MB
    Sound Card
    Intergrated 7.1 Channel Audio
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Dell SP2009W 20 inch Flat Panel w Webcam
    Hard Drives
    640 gb
    Cooling
    Fan
    Keyboard
    Dell USB
    Mouse
    Dell USB 4 button optical
    Other Info
    DSL provided by ATT
Your very welcome. If you have any other questions as you install, just post
 

My Computer

System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    Dell XPS420
    Memory
    6 gig
    Graphics Card(s)
    ATI Radeon HD3650 256 MB
    Sound Card
    Intergrated 7.1 Channel Audio
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Dell SP2009W 20 inch Flat Panel w Webcam
    Hard Drives
    640 gb
    Cooling
    Fan
    Keyboard
    Dell USB
    Mouse
    Dell USB 4 button optical
    Other Info
    DSL provided by ATT
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