MS 64-bit for 32-bit XP Pro Exchange Program

[DrMDJ]

FYI: Upgrade to Windows XP Professional x64 Edition from Windows XP Professional (32-bit)

[Steve R Jones]

"A Note To Microsoft"

"First, the only way you install this is through a clean install. You stick this in and start it up; it formats your OS drive. No big deal if you know that, big deal if you don't.

This is especially important for upgraders, because if you install, and find out that a critical component isn't supported, you just can't go back to your 32-bit Pro; it is no longer licensed."

http://www.overclockers.com/tips00767/

[SuperSparks]

I think it's worth making this thread a sticky for a while as it's a time limited offer.

Please read Steve R.Jones' link, there are a number of important caveats to be aware of if you wish to upgrade

[Steve R Jones]

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