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32 bit to 64 bit

Started by Axelion , Nov 16 2009 07:36 PM

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Axelion

Posted 16 November 2009 - 07:36 PM

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Hello, recently I just purchased 64 bit processor but my xp operating system is 32 bit. My question is, how do you upgrade windows xp 32 bit to 64 bit without losing data on my hard drive including "My Document".
Because last year, I reinstalled my OS on this pc. All data in c drive is saved but My Document data didn't =(

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rshaffer61

Posted 16 November 2009 - 08:01 PM

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You don't. Microsoft has made that clear.
You need to backup your data files. Format your system and install the 64 bit OS.
Install your programs which may need updated to run correctly. Go HERE
and run Win 7 Upgrade advisor. It will tell you what hardware and software is and is not compatible with Windows 7.
Since you did not say if it is Windows 7 or XP 7 I am suggesting the Windows 7 adviser.