my 32 bit computer says its 64 bit compatible, why cant i instal a 64 bit OS on it.

[Raelenerose]

i have a dell 780 desktop it says its 64 bit compatible , i did the windows update checker thingy and it says its ok to go but when i pop the disc in it says the architecture is wrong....yes i'm blonde.
Are there changes i need to make or is it just not doable.
Raelene

 

[knight_of_baawa]

You're trying to install Windows 8.1, aren't you? 8.1 requires 3 specific 64-bit commands that either your processor or chipset does not support.

 

[Raelenerose]

i realized after i posted my question i hadnt supplied enough information ..system currently runs 32 bit OS and i'm installing windows 8.0 from a dvd microsoft genuine.
thank you for your reply.
Raels

 

[Dark Lord of Tech]

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You should be able to , your doing a clean install, right.?

As stated above it's supported by your system.

 

[Raelenerose]

yes clean install

 

[Dark Lord of Tech]

Should work.

 

[Raelenerose]

i everyone thank you all for your replies ..you'll be glad to know i persisted and it now seems to be installing...why it wouldn't i have no idea.thanks again .