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I want to have a wired network using the 2 machines in my signature. The problem may lie with the 64bit processor in the Compaq and the 32bit in the other PC. I have now bought the 32bit/64bit Upgrade for $50 for the Win7 Home Premium. The Upgrade has a 32bit and a 64bit install CD. My question is: I 'think' the 32bit processor will run as a 64bit but but if it won't, should I anticipate a problem, what should I do? I recall reading somewhere about both computers should be running the same bit to have an effective home networking relationship. If I really did read that, I can't find it now. The M7NCG 400 passes the MS test for running Win7 with a few "changes". As usual, TIA.

[photolady]

You can't run 64bit software/OS's on 32bit systems.

But that doesn't mean you can't network two different bit systems to each other. I'm sure Train does and probably others do too.

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Many thanks PL. Your last line is really all that I am truly interested in--just so I can network the 2 computers. Am sure I'll be doing a clean install 'when' I install Win7 on the 32bit machine. UGH, I don't look forward to re-installing the apps; etc. The biggest plus that I can see is I will be getting rid of all the accumulated junk on the machine. We are 'forced' to do this but we are the ones to really gain from it.

[SuperSparks]

There is no problem at all with networking 32-bit and 64-bit machines. Or 16-bit machines either if it comes to that.

I'm not able to find a "3300+" CPU in any of my lists If you could give some more details of it, I can probably tell you if it is 64-bit or not.

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Nick, many thanks for your input also and further confirming the 32 vs. 64 bit and networking. Haven't the faintest idea where I got Sempron 3300+ in my signature. Guess I left my finger on the 3 key too long when I created that line in my signature---never had a question about it before. Thanks for your raising the question about it. My manual for the machine supports the AMD Socket462 processor up to XP 3200+ Running at 200/266/333/400MHz Front Side Bus. Hopefully this info will help you to help me.

[photolady]

Motherboard isn't 64bit Nick. It accepts Durons. Mobo specs:

http://www.biostar.com.tw/app/en/mb/...t.php?S_ID=264

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Thanks for jumping back into this thread PL with the link and your analysis.

[SuperSparks]

Ah yes. None of the Semprons were 64-bit, I'm afraid

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I am satisfied---32bit it is then but your confirmation that both machines will network is good enough for me. I greatly appreciate your help in this matter PL and Nick. Curiosity has the better of me just now and I am wondering if the two Upgrade 32bit and 64bit CDs are full Win 7 installs. (Of course, I should know that answer when I begin the Upgrade.)

[SuperSparks]

You will have to do a clean install, Setup won't give you the option of an in-place upgrade from WinXP. But I would always advise a clean install in any case.

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Clean or Custom install was a part of my plans all along Nick but thanks again for your insight to this. I have also seriously considered using PCmover per the info in these links:
THIS IS AN IMPORTANT LINK: http://www.laplink.com/pcmover/pcmov...nt.html#buynow AND there is much more to read about the software.

http://www.laplink.com/documentation...7UA_QSG_EN.pdf

EDIT: You may notice that I have already corrected in info in my signature re. 3300 vs. 3000+

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I may have marked this thread Resolved too soon because now I have another question. I have not opened the Windows 7 Upgrade I mentioned in my thread. I now learn that the 2 install CDs in the Upgrade package I bought can only be used just one(1) time. I have my wife's machine to upgrade also. I 'think' her machine is 32bit also and, if so, what can I do about updating her machine.
She had an emachine T3302. If she has the 64bit CPU, then I am OK because he second CD in software box is 64bit.
I was gearing up to run the Update but now will wait for your answer(s). As always, TIA.

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I just checked her computer specs with a Google and to me, it appears that her processor is 64bit . I will appreciate someone verifying the accuracy of my discovery to be sure I haven't overlooked anything. IF this is true, then I am OK with my upgrade purchase.

[SpywareDr]

T3302 Specifications
http://www.emachines.com/support/pro...es&model=T3302

CPU : AMD Sempron™ 3300+ Processor (64-bit) (256KB L2 cache, 2.0GHz, 1600MHz FSB)
Memory : 512MB DDR SDRAM (1 × 512MB), 400MHz (PC3200) Expandable to 2GB
Video : S3 Graphics Unichrome™ Pro 64MB DDR Shared memory - AGP 8x slot available for upgrade
Chipset : VIA K8M800
Operating System : Genuine Microsoft® Windows® XP Home SP2
Hard Drive : 160GB (7200rpm, 2MB cache)
Optical Drive : 48x CD-RW/DVD Combo Drive
Media Reader : 8-in-1 digital media manager (Secure Digital™ (SD), Smart Media, Micro Drive, Memory Stick®, Memory Stick Pro®, Compact Flash, Mulitimedia Card, USB 2.0)
Sound : AC '97 Audio, Dolby 5.1 (6-channel)
Network : 10/100Mbps integrated Ethernet LAN
Modem : 56K ITU V.92-ready Fax/Modem
Peripherals : Standard Multifunction Keyboard, 2-Button Wheel Mouse, Amplified Stereo Speakers
Ports/Other : 5 USB 2.0 (4 in back, 1 in Media Reader), 1 VGA external connector, 1 serial, 1 parallel, 2 PS/2, 5 audio ports (2 in front, 3 in back)
Dimensions : 14.25"H x 7.25"W x 16"D
Weight : 22.5 lbs (PC only, no packaging)

[SuperSparks]

My apologies, I was looking at the wrong list

It is indeed a 3300+, and it is indeed 64-bit