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The forum thread discusses switching from a 32-bit to a 64-bit version of Windows 10. The original poster seeks advice on whether they can upgrade directly or need to perform a clean installation, as they want to add more RAM and keep existing software. A respondent clarifies that a direct upgrade isn't possible and recommends doing a clean install, mentioning the use of the Media Creation Tool, while the original poster expresses hope for an easier transition without reinstalling all software.
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shyamalg

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Thread Author #1
Running 32-bit Windows 10 Pro with 4GB RAM, and planning to move to 64-bit Windows. Primarily so I can add some more RAM.

Do I need just to install a 64-bit version over the current 32-bit installation (which has all the current updates, except the latest September 2017 Redstone 3 version) ?

Or, do I need to do a clean install of 64-bit Windows ?


Would appreciate help on this. Thanks.
 

kemical

kemical

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Hi,
you cannot 'upgrade' to 64bit and you'll need to do a custom or clean install of Windows. Also don't forget when it comes to activation simply click 'I don't have one' when asked for a key as you'll activate automatically online.

You can obtain the latest flavour (Fall Creator's update) of Windows using the Media creation tool found here:
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shyamalg

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Thanks very much. I was just hoping there's some kind of way without having to reinstall all my software ! :)
 

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