*** The Windows XP x64 Thread ***

[Otacon]

As we know, the new 64bit version of Windows has now gone RTM, so I think its best that we have a central point of reference for this new platform.

Keep all general queries and drivers requests in here, i'm also on the look out for some decent links so if anybody can suggest some, please do.

Useful links

http://www.microsoft.com/uk/windows/editions/64bit/default.mspx
Microsoft UK official site

http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/64bit/evaluation/upgrade.mspx
Get the trial version.

http://microsoft.productorder.com/clientx64/
Upgrade your existing 32bit XP license from here. Note the T&C's and the shipping costs. Expired as of August 1st

http://www.planetamd64.com/
Useful reference for both applications supporting 64bit, and drivers. Their forums in particular are a great resource

http://files.aoaforums.com/index.php?dir=217
Alliance Of Overclocking Arts: Files Section - Nice source for both drivers and utilities, navigate from the left

http://www.3dvelocity.com/articles/win64compatibility/win64softlist.htm
Windows 64bit Compatibility Guide @ 3dVelocity - Excellent compatibility resource for both hardware and software

Drivers

http://www.nvidia.com/object/winxp64_71.84.html
nVidia Forceware drivers for x64 - version 71.84 (updated 11/03/2005)

http://www.nvidia.com/object/nforce_udp_winxp64_6.25
nVidia nForce chipset drivers (supports up to nForce3 only) - version 6.25 BETA (updated 19/11/2004)

http://www.nvidia.com/object/nforce_nf4_winxp64_6.39_beta.html
nVidia nForce4 standalone chipset drivers (supports nForce4 only) - version 6.39 BETA (updated 01/03/2005)

http://www.viaarena.com/downloads/drivers/HyperionPro64/VIA_HyperionPro64_V099.zip
VIA Hyperion Pro64 chipset drivers - Version 0.99 BETA (updated 06/08/2004)

http://www2.ati.com/drivers/wxp64-8-12-050317m-022144c.exe / Release Notes
ATI Catalyst drivers for x64 - version 5.4 (updated 24/1/2005)

http://preview.creativelabs.com/default.aspx
Creative SoundBlaster Live/Audigy/Audigy 2 - (updated 01/04/2005)

ftp://aiedownload.intel.com/df-supp...0.1026_BETA.EXE
IAA (Intel Application Accelerator) for RAID - BETA

http://www.realtek.com.tw/downloads/dlac97-2.aspx?lineid=5&famid=12&series=8&Software=True
Realtek AC'97 Audio Drivers - version A.371 (updated 12/04/2005)

 

[Otacon]

It would have been an idea, wouldnt it

 

[Otacon]

Getting tired of whats the best browser/AV/Firewall threads

They are creeping up again arent they? Time to bump the AV/FW thread me thinks...

 

[Otacon]

Thanks for the offer ajgoodfellow, and thanks for that link. Added to post 1

 

[Otacon]

I read somewhere that we could use our XP OEM codes with XP-64? This true?

You'll be able to swap a legitimate XP Pro licence for x64, but your old key wont work.

Also, any benchmarks anywhere, comparing 2001/2003/2005 scores with normal XP?

Concorde

As I understand it, there aren't many benchmarking proggy's that properly support x64, so there arent many (if any) sites I could link you too. Be better to wait until its properly released anyway so all the obvious drivers arent in beta stage.

 

[Otacon]

You wont get a 64bit oem windows copy with a 32bit machine.

And even if you did, you couldnt swap licenses with your desktop.

 

[Otacon]

Merging with the main thread

 

[Otacon]

Top link dude, adding to the first post

 

[Otacon]

This is NOT a Microsoft site. Don't post any information there.

Its linked to from microsoft.com > http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/64bit/upgrade/default.mspx

 

[Otacon]

There is a slight contradiction between the two sites:

If you built your PC yourself or have purchased it through a system builder, you can make the exchange through the link to the right.

In order to be eligible to receive Windows® XP Professional x64 Edition, your computer must have been ordered between March 31, 2003 and July 31, 2005 with Microsoft Windows® XP Pro (32 Bit) preinstalled.

Can either risk it for a biscuit, or wait for cliarification.

 

[Otacon]

Anyone know if I would be able to upgrade if I bought a copy of XP pro OEM from OCuk?

Should be able to, yes. So long as you order it before the end of July.

 

[Otacon]

Merging into the main thread. Search is your friend

 

[Otacon]

Care to post a link to the drivers you found? as thats kinda the point of the thread....

 

[Otacon]

HP have been quite good with releasing x64 drivers for their most recent printers, however i've yet too see any drivers for their older printer models.

I imagine there will be drivers for the 7350 at some point, as its not exactly old, but currently I cant find any.

EDIT: Although someone has found a work around:

Thank You very much for the tip Muzz and also Ravin. I was able to get my HP Photosmart 7350 to work properly using the Deskjet 930C drivers

http://www.planetamd64.com/lofiversion/index.php/t2812.html

Those drivers are bundled with XP64.

EDIT2: That thread implies that Photosmart drivers aren't far away though.

 

[Otacon]

hi, had the beta but have recently installed dlink wifi card, are there any drivers out or in development for these cards??

Hi

DLink have been one of the less helpful brands so far as the consumer has been concerned. There have been no x64 drivers released for any of their products, public or otherwise.

A quick google show's some people have tried to get at least an ETA out of them, but even that info hasn't been disclosed.

The ball is firmly in their court i'm afraid.

 

[Otacon]

Can anyone answer my question please?

http://www.overclockers.co.uk/acatalog/Online_Catalogue_Operating_Systems_20.html

Available for pre-order - Price: £79.95 (£93.94 Including VAT at 17.5%)

 

[Otacon]

Does anyone know the expected ETA on these?

I'll PM Gibbo and see if he knows, but he's more of a hardware guy, so I'm not sure if he can help.

 

[Otacon]

I didnt think they were offering a public trial of the final release

 

[Otacon]

That was RC2. Which you cant now get.

EDIT: Looks like a trial of the final release is available now.

 

[Otacon]

From a client perspective, you are - to an extent - correct Lanz. In the server market however you are quite wrong. There are immediate benefits to be had with many enterprise applications.