Gaming on 32bit

[darian2hunter]

My OS is only 32bit and i have bought gta v but have then found out that you need 64bit to play it, i'm not that bothered but is it really stupid to try and game on 32bit Win7? I know the RAM issue but i was hoping when Microsoft bring out windows 10 could i just upgrade to 64bit for free? are all games only 64bit compatible ?

 

[RobWHS]

Is your system capable of a 64 bit operating system?

 

[darian2hunter]

Yes it is, fx 4100?

 

[esco_sid]

if you have cd key you can just download win7 64 bit edition and install it

 

[RobWHS]

Yes it is, fx 4100?

Yes a 64bit operating system will run fine. Why not just upgrade the operating system?

 

[darian2hunter]

I don't have a CD or a key thingy? Any suggestions would help, Thanks guys!

 

[esco_sid]

http://www.howtogeek.com/206329/how-to-find-your-lost-windows-or-office-product-keys/
to find your cd key

 

[darian2hunter]

SO I COULD JUST GET THE KEY DOWNLOAD 64BIT AND UPGRADE RIGHT NOW???

So sorry for Caps i got excited

 

[RobWHS]

SO I COULD JUST GET THE KEY DOWNLOAD 64BIT AND UPGRADE RIGHT NOW???

So sorry for Caps i got excited

If you have a legitimate key then yes.

 

[darian2hunter]

Thank you guys, if it's not to much to ask could one of you please maybe find me tutorial on youtube or something just so i don't muck anything up? Sorry....

 

[RobWHS]

Thank you guys, if it's not to much to ask could one of you please maybe find me tutorial on youtube or something just so i don't muck anything up? Sorry....

First get this (Download the free version) https://www.magicaljellybean.com/keyfinder/

Run it and make sure you have a key then post back after it's been verified.
Don't post the key, just tell us what you have installed. Then we'll take it from there.

 

[esco_sid]

erase cd key before some troll takes it

 

[darian2hunter]

It has a windows 7 tab which saysWindows 7 Ultimate Service Pack 1
Product Part No.:******
Installed from 'OEM' media.
Product ID:*********** match to CD Key data
CD Key:*****-*****-*****-*****-*****
Computer Name: DAZZAH-PC
Registered Owner: ****
Registered Organization:

I put in the stars myself it has things that i think are important...?

 

[esco_sid]

never post any private stuff on the internet even if you erase it it stays someone with knowledge can see anything you did.

 

[RobWHS]

never post any private stuff on the internet even if you erase it it stays someone with knowledge can see anything you did.

Stop it! You're almost as paranoid as me.

 

[RobWHS]

It has a windows 7 tab which saysWindows 7 Ultimate Service Pack 1
Product Part No.:******
Installed from 'OEM' media.
Product ID:*********** match to CD Key data
CD Key:*****-*****-*****-*****-*****
Computer Name: DAZZAH-PC
Registered Owner: ****
Registered Organization:

I put in the stars myself it has things that i think are important...?

You've done the right thing by adding the stars.

 

[darian2hunter]

So what now? Sorry i know a lot about computers but this is my first proper one i got second hand and i am getting a 970 soon and i'm really paranoid...

 

[RobWHS]

So what now? Sorry i know a lot about computers but this is my first proper one i got second hand and i am getting a 970 soon and i'm really paranoid...

Go to the MS site and follow the instructions to download a Windows 7 DVD.
http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/software-recovery

 

[darian2hunter]

Thanks for all the help guys! Let's hope i don't brick my pc or something haha

 

[RobWHS]

Thanks for all the help guys! Let's hope i don't brick my pc or something haha

Once you'vedownloaded Windows 7 just double click the ISO and burn to a DVD.

Before you upgrade to Win 7 64 bit read this: You will have to back up your files first:

http://windows.microsoft.com/en-gb/windows/32-bit-and-64-bit-windows#1TC=windows-7

Can I upgrade from a 32-bit version of Windows to a 64-bit version of Windows 7 or from a 64-bit version of Windows 7 to a 32-bit version of Windows?

You can use the Upgrade option during Windows 7 installation, which preserves your files, settings, and programs, only if you're currently running a 32-bit version of Windows Vista and you want to upgrade to the 32-bit version of Windows 7. Similarly, if you are running a 64-bit version of Windows Vista, you can only perform an upgrade to a 64-bit version of Windows 7. For more information, go to Upgrading to Windows 7: frequently asked questions on the Windows website.

If you want to move from a 32-bit version of Windows to a 64-bit version of Windows 7 or vice versa, you'll need to back up your files and choose the Custom option during Windows 7 installation. Then, you'll need to restore your files and reinstall your programs. For more information about performing a custom installation, see Installing and reinstalling Windows 7‍.

 

[darian2hunter]

I don't care about any my files though i already have backed up what i need? does this matter?

Also, i type in my verification key and it says verifying key this may take several minutes but then just does nothing, it just goes away?

 

[Darkbreeze]

never post any private stuff on the internet even if you erase it it stays someone with knowledge can see anything you did.

Not to mention it's a violation of the Tom's hardware guidelines. We don't want to precipitate somebody getting ahold of your personal information or product licensing data and releasing it into the wild.

 

[RobWHS]

I don't care about any my files though i already have backed up what i need? does this matter?

Also, i type in my verification key and it says verifying key this may take several minutes but then just does nothing, it just goes away?

Then you can go ahead and do a fresh install.

Verification as in Windows 7 verification?

If you have the key from the keyfinder you downloaded I suggest you write it down an keep it safe,

 

[RobWHS]

never post any private stuff on the internet even if you erase it it stays someone with knowledge can see anything you did.

Not to mention it's a violation of the Tom's hardware guidelines. We don't want to precipitate somebody getting ahold of your personal information or product licensing data and releasing it into the wild.

Yeah my bad Mr Mod. I should have told him that too. Fortunately he added the stars.

 

[darian2hunter]

when i'm on Microsoft website i type in all parts for the first step and it does nothing?

And then this comes up - We encountered a problem with the product key you provided. Please visit the Microsoft Support Contact Us page for assistance. Refer to Message Code 715-123130.