Change From Ultimate 64 To 32 Bit
Mar 23, 2008
I had Vista Ultimate 64 bit preinstalled on an HP laptop and now need and want 32 bit for a variety of reasons and programs (no 64 bit driver for WiLife and no TurboTax support). I understand the HP recovery disk will not let me put 32 on instead, and I will probably just buy a 32 bit version. If i do, am I correct (1) that I have to reformat the drive, thus loosing everything? (2) If that is correct, if I make a backup of all the progarms (eg MS Office) can I then reistall on the 32 bit or will they be looking to (and only run on) the old 64 bit? I'm not worried about data (photos, docs, etc) since I have copies, but I don't know what happens to apps. (3) Will I need to get drivers for all the hardware again? I assume HP or the manufacture will have the necessary 32 bit drivers.(4) Any other tips, tidbits, cautions, experience to share? I've tried MS Virtual PC and that.
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Ihad Vista Ultimate 64 bit preinstalled on an HP laptop and now need and want 32 bit for a variety of reasons and programs (no 64 bit driver for WiLife and no TurboTax support).I understand the HP recovery disk will not let me put 32 on instead, and I will probably just buy a 32 bit version.If i do,am I correct (1) that I have to reformat the drive, thus loosing everything?(2)If that is correct,if I make a backup of all the progarms(eg MS Office) can I then reistall on the 32 bit or will they be looking to(and only run on) the old 64 bit? I'm not worried about data (photos,docs,etc)since I have copies,but I don't know what happens to apps.(3)Will I need to get drivers for all the hardware again?I assume HP or the manufacture will have the necessary 32 bit drivers.(4)I've tried MS Virtual PC and that didn't solve my problems.
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