stupid noob question

ugly ferret · 28 Dec 2012 at 14:54

I've just got windows 8, and it won't let me install the 64 bit version, I just get an error message saying the 32 bit architecture of the os isn't compatible. I have a 64 bit cpu. I'm upgrading from xp 32 bit and I managed to get the 32 bit version up and running but I want the 64 bit version! Do I need to reformat first? (i've forgotton how to do this lol!)

Cheers!

ugly ferret · 28 Dec 2012 at 15:03

Yes! How do I do that again?

ugly ferret · 28 Dec 2012 at 18:35

Ceryndrion said:
If you are running the upgrade version, then you are pretty much stuck, like for like..

Argh, that's rubbish! Yes, it's the retail dvd upgrade version. Can I not even get around it with a clean install?

ugly ferret · 28 Dec 2012 at 20:08

Ok, and I just realised that it now means I can't use my 8GB ram and am limited to 2gb. Is there anyway around this other than purchasing the oem 64bit version? I have the 64bit disc, can't I just reformat and then install from the 64bit disc?

Please someone, help!

ugly ferret · 29 Dec 2012 at 18:50

Cool, i'll try it out tomorrow and report back.

Thanks for the help!

ugly ferret · 30 Dec 2012 at 16:03

Sorted!! Just booted from the 64bit disc and did a clean install. Worked perfectly, no activation issues.

Cheers guys!