Wont install 64bit windows 8 pro...

[CookieHDMonster]

I have the key ready, but when I try to install windows 64bit it really doesn't like it. My PC Specs are as follows : CPU : AMD FX 8350 CPU COOLER : Msi Dragon Liquid cooler 120mm GPU: NVIDIA GTX 660 2gb Ram : Hyper X Fury 1888hz 8gb Motherboard : ASUS M5 A97 LE R2.0 Question. Is there a reason I cant install the 64bit version? and can I fix it somehow

 

[CookieHDMonster]

2 issues here:

1, you cannot 'upgrade' from a 32bit install to a 64bit install. It must be a full reinstall

2. If you purchased an Upgrade license, then it must see an existing OS to 'upgrade' from.

I think you bought the wrong thing, in more ways than one.

The Key for the 'upgrade' can also be used as a clean install key. I have tried a clean install already.

 

[CookieHDMonster]

Yes, I realize the link is an actual Microsoft site and I would personally disagree that G2A is a reliable source (but that's just me).

No, the point I meant to make was that the link G2A gave you was to an UPGRADE version of Windows 8.1 and I don't think you can UPGRADE your Windows 7 32-Bit OS to Windows 8.1 64-Bit OS. The FAQ I linked (also a Microsoft site) states you need to purchase a Windows 8 DVD to change your OS and I believe, you're required to get the FULL version and not an UPGRADE version (OEM or Retail is your choice).

-Wolf sends

Okay, I has worked on 32bit. I'm just wondering why I can't download the 64bit OS. It's nothing to do with the key

 

[CookieHDMonster]

Are you using the windows upgrade option?

I have tried the upgrade and clean install option but nothing.

 

[CookieHDMonster]

G2A Is a very reliable source and have used them before. It's not the Code or the download

Opinions differ greatly on that.
(and there is but one opinion that really matters, Microsoft. G2A is not a valid, legal reseller)

But to your issue:
Does it give ANY error message? What exactly does it do?

I can load it up and sign in, but after that if I do anything it crashes and the whole computer shuts down

 

[CookieHDMonster]

Could it be the motherboard?

 

[Bossyfins]

No, as we have said, you CAN NOT install an x64 bit windows on a pre-existing comptuer w/ 32 bit os.

Your best bet is to wipe your hdd, and then reinstall.

 

[Bossyfins]

IF you do want to wipe and reinstall,

http://www.tomshardware.com/faq/id-2524477/wipe-hard-drive-dban.html


*** I am not responsible for damages caused by using my tutorial. Continue with your own risk ***

 

[CookieHDMonster]

No, as we have said, you CAN NOT install an x64 bit windows on a pre-existing comptuer w/ 32 bit os.

Your best bet is to wipe your hdd, and then reinstall.

I have tried a clean wipe on my HDD and attempeted to install the x64 bit version of windows, but it either just crashes, shuts down, or allows me to log on and then just crashes.

 

[Bossyfins]

How did you wipe the HDD? It may be a partition problem

 

[CookieHDMonster]

How did you wipe the HDD? It may be a partition problem

I wiped it using ccleaner and double checked on the install menu. Then installed it on the wiped drive using a USB drive that I selected in the bios, that didn't work so I also tried it on a disc. I know the install works because it worked on my brother's PC when he installed it.

 

[Bossyfins]

Ok, when you boot, does it say select a proper boot device? We may be taking about different 'wipes'

 

[CookieHDMonster]

Ok, when you boot, does it say select a proper boot device? We may be taking about different 'wipes'

I go into the bios and select the USB/Disc that the windows 8.1 installation is installed on

 

[Bossyfins]

No, if you dont touch anything, and dont select the USB, does it go to select proper boot device?

 

[CookieHDMonster]

No, if you dont touch anything, and dont select the USB, does it go to select proper boot device?

Yes, because I only have the HDD that was wiped plugged in

 

[Bossyfins]

Hmm, thats odd. I have a feeling it may be a partition problem, but it could be a number of other things too.

 

[CookieHDMonster]

Hmm, thats odd. I have a feeling it may be a partition problem, but it could be a number of other things too.

okay,what do I need to do first?

 

[Bossyfins]

I would try re-formating the hdd first. You can use DBAN and it auto formats. Or use other programs. If that doesnt work, well, I will have some googling to do

 

[CookieHDMonster]

I would try re-formating the hdd first. You can use DBAN and it auto formats. Or use other programs. If that doesnt work, well, I will have some googling to do

Okay, I'll try that soon and get back to you