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    Windows 7 32 bit vs 64 bit?

    OK, time for me to feel like a total noob here. I've been running the W7 beta 32 on my primary desktop, which originally shipped with XP. Have not used Vista at all. I'm curious about running the 64-bit version of the RC, but want to know if I will get a performance boost or hit, or what...
    • RobMinor
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    • 32 bit 64 bit athlon beta compatibility drivers enhancements experience graphics card motherboard noob nvidia performance questions ram system specs technical upgrade windows 7
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: Windows Upgrade and Installation
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    Windows 7 Trouble Booting Windows 7 After Dual Boot with XP: Seeking Help

    Well I am glad that I found this board. Here is my dilemma. I installed VM ware and installed Windows 7 and all was well...I figured I would install this as my OS. I realize that its in beta however after the install which by the way I tried as a dual boot with my XP install....I rebooted...
    • sparker781
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    • beta black screen dual boot installation noob operating system troubleshooting vmware windows 7
    • Replies: 12
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support

  3. Windows 7 Can I Perform a Clean Install of Windows 7 from Windows XP without a Vista Disc?

    Hey folks just another noob here, I'm currently running XPSP3(no Vista here) and I was wondering if I can do a clean install of Win 7 7000 on a spare HDD I have. Do I need a Vista disc to do it? Thanks in advance, this forum is great BTW!!