What version of windows 8.1 or higher do I need if I want to change architecture from 64 to 32 bit? I want to change my 64 bit to 32 bit machine. This way I can use some 16 bit applications. Yes, I know it will mean a clean install, that fine with me. I currently have windows 7 sp1 64 bit. Yes, I already know how to use disk part. My system can run windows 8.1. I wish I keep my windows 3.1 disk, I legally bought those, I read those could be installed with a 64 bit machine. I would of (and still may) try windows 7 but I figured windows 8.1 32 bit would have all the drivers needed. Just need to tell the installer, I want a 32 bit install, not a 64 bit install. I looked at the dell drivers, in the folder. It has drivers for Vista 32 bit, Vista 64 bit, W7 32 bit, W7 64 bit but not 8.
Thank you in advance
Warning
Even though it is possible from reading goof installs, do not install a 64 bit on a 32 bit machine.
Thank you in advance
Warning
Even though it is possible from reading goof installs, do not install a 64 bit on a 32 bit machine.
My Computer
System One
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- OS
- W7 64 bit, W10 32 bit, Linux Mint Xfce 17.3 64 bit
- Computer type
- PC/Desktop
- System Manufacturer/Model
- Dell
- Motherboard
- Dell
- Memory
- 4GB
- Graphics Card(s)
- Intel HD graphics
- Sound Card
- High Definition Audio Device
- Monitor(s) Displays
- 20 inch Screen
- Screen Resolution
- W7=1280 x 720 W10 & Linux Mint Xfce=1360 x 768
- Hard Drives
- 500 GB hard drive
- Keyboard
- USB
- Mouse
- USB
- Internet Speed
- High-Speed
- Browser
- Main Browser Firefox
- Antivirus
- Microsoft Security Essentials
- Other Info
- I have done a clean install of Windows 7 using Dell re-installation disk (Dell sent me one). I also use Free Macrium reflect backup and restore.