Vista - 64-bit: More than just the RAM

I've run Vista64 with only 1GB and it was still working very nicely. Of course, only for office working (games not attempted with this low RAM).

By the way, I downloaded the trial for Photoshop CS4 and installed on XP x64, the 64 bits version was installed and usable but OpenGL HW Acceleration was not available for either 32 or 64 bits version in that version of Windows (or so it seemed).

Hello!

I've recently installed Vista x64 on my computer (specs below).
Works like a charm.
I really recommend everyone to upgrade to 4-8GB of RAM since they're cheap as they can get.

My laptop came standard with Microsoft® Windows Vista® Home Premium x64, but I soon upgraded to Microsoft® Windows Vista® Ultimate x64. Beings that my last laptop, a Sony Vaio VGN-N320e/b, was a 32 bit... I've noticed quite a change.

Yeah SOME, I emphasize the SOME, software isn't compatible, but it's damn well worth it. The Companies who take the time to MAKE x64 compatible stuff are the ones who you should be downloading and/or buying from anyways... obviously they know what they're doing.

But, the speed of a 64 bit... the stability of a 64 bit and the experience of a 64 bit really make it what it is.

If you try one, you'll know the difference... trust me... I did.

not only that, it is easier and easier to compel companies / developers to port their programs over to x64.

I use xplorer^2 as my default file manager - about a year ago we started bugging Nikos, the developer, for an x64 version - and noted that another competitor out there had released a 64bit version as well. Last I checked in was back in June or so, and he was hedging and hawing about supporting x64.

As of this September, he is building x64 (and my purchase of the product several years back is now not a waste as I can continue to use the registered version that supports *my* OS).

As x64 gets more and more popular, the companies will come. Just look at the fact that Adobe is already testing an x64 build of Flash player for *nix....

Excellent Article - Thank You - 64 bit here I come. I have already dl'd all the drivers I need (fingers crossed)

Hello guys im new here, so i just wanted to ask you if my new pc can run vista 64.

My system specs:

Amd 64 Phenom x3 8450 2.1 @3600 (is it good for new games?)
4gb ram @800
XFX Geforce 8600gt 1gb @540 clock
Samsung 320GB 7200 16mb
but...
my mobo is a "Foxconn M61PMV am2+/am2" made for windows XP but supports Vista. And ill have to keep this mobo for a while, so whould i go back to XP or go for vista 64.

Help me guys, sorry for my bad english :$

Rodux1 - From my limited exposure to 64 bit computing so far... I would say your machine is fine for 64 bit Vista - just make sure you download the relevant drivers before you install

Also that machine should be fine for most games now days... imho

yep your system should have no problem running x64 vista.....


SK

64 bit is the way to go, it takes more work but it is NOT the operating system but rather the components used and that specific companies support of drivers. Let us not forget that! Then again that is really what makes us " GEEKS" who we are

Just to add Dmex,

Is there any advantage or disadvantage to running 64-bit Windows on a system with only 1-2GB of RAM?
I haven’t specifically tested this, but I certainly wouldn’t recommend Vista x64 on a system with 1GB of RAM. With 2GB, it’s probably a wash and only worth doing if you are certain you will upgrade the system to 4GB or more. Because there’s no upgrade path from 32-bit to 64-bit Windows, this strategy avoids the need to reinstall the operating system from scratch and migrate all your programs and data files after completing the RAM upgrade.

Upgrade path available from 32-bit to 64-bit?
There is a upgrade path available for those who have purchased Windows Vista under the retail channel, unfortunately manufactured desktops/laptops with preinstalled OS miss out on this one, But it is available through the following website for a small fee of about 15-17$ AUD.
Windows Vista Alternate Media