Is there a difference between 32bit and 64bit window 7 keys?

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I ordered a windows 7 professional 32 bit key awhile back not expecting to build a new computer but of course now im planning on building a new PC soon. If i were able to get a windows 7 professional 64 bit install CD and of course uninstall the 32bit version, will the same 32bit key work on the 64bit install ?

Sorry if this is confusing, im trying to explain this the best that i can.

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Don't think so, each variation in the past has always been different. At least in sequence.

I was in the same boat, but just dealt with it, until I purchased a mac. (had a core2duo laptop)

Yes, your key should work on the 64-bit disc.

think he is right, google turns up other responses that claim it's interchangeable. I did digital river, so I didn't get both versions included. Perhaps I'll contact them.

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Don't think so, each variation in the past has always been different. At least in sequence.

I was in the same boat, but just dealt with it, until I purchased a mac. (had a core2duo laptop)

think he is right, google turns up other responses that claim it's interchangeable. I did digital river, so I didn't get both versions included. Perhaps I'll contact them.

I used digital river also, do you think that matters?

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Don't think so, each variation in the past has always been different. At least in sequence.

I was in the same boat, but just dealt with it, until I purchased a mac. (had a core2duo laptop)

think he is right, google turns up other responses that claim it's interchangeable. I did digital river, so I didn't get both versions included. Perhaps I'll contact them.

I've never had anything but problems with Digital River... I hope they didn't screw you over... :(

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Nothing but problems, well that doesn't sit well.

Not sure what the outcome will be yet, I'll contact them tomorrow and see if I can download 64bit... I actually bought it pre-release so that I got the huge discount. I know I also had them do the 5 year download so that way I wouldn't have to worry about losing the darn disk lol.

But as I said, I do have a mac now, so I'm not that hard pressed on if they'll allow it. The new machine runs better because it has newer and higher spec'd components then the laptop that I would upgarde 7 on.

I bought a Windows 7 32-bit key from Digital River and used it to install the 64-bit version. It worked just fine.

Thanks, I'm more concerned of obtaining a copy of Win 7 64bit legally, rather than 'borrowing' or 'downloading' from somewhere. I'd want assurance that it's legit.

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Nothing but problems, well that doesn't sit well.

Not sure what the outcome will be yet, I'll contact them tomorrow and see if I can download 64bit... I actually bought it pre-release so that I got the huge discount. I know I also had them do the 5 year download so that way I wouldn't have to worry about losing the darn disk lol.

But as I said, I do have a mac now, so I'm not that hard pressed on if they'll allow it. The new machine runs better because it has newer and higher spec'd components then the laptop that I would upgarde 7 on.

Thanks, I'm more concerned of obtaining a copy of Win 7 64bit legally, rather than 'borrowing' or 'downloading' from somewhere. I'd want assurance that it's legit.

http://www.mydigitallife.info/2010/04/28/download-windows-7-iso-official-32-bit-and-64-bit-direct-download-links/

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There is no difference. They are interchangable. I know from trying it first hand and successfully activating.

Me too. I installed both 32 bit and 64 bit versions of the same disk onto the same computer. One key for both.

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