WINDOWS 7, Run 32-Bit programs on 64-bit platform
I have a Sony VIAO's that shipped with WIN 7 64bit architecture.
It seems that Microsoft have tried to improve the compatibility of 64-bit with 32-bit software on Win 7. However I have software that works on Win 32-bit but when I try to install fails at launch.
Message -
The version of this file is not compatible with the version of Windows you're running. Check your computer's system information to see whether you need an x86 (32-bit) or x64 (64-bit) version of the program, and then contact the software publisher.
I have noticed a x86 program folder in the root drive…?
So questions -
I. Is there a work around to install 32bit programs on 64bit ?
II. Is there any emulation software to make this possible
All help much appreciated
FF
It seems that Microsoft have tried to improve the compatibility of 64-bit with 32-bit software on Win 7. However I have software that works on Win 32-bit but when I try to install fails at launch.
Message -
The version of this file is not compatible with the version of Windows you're running. Check your computer's system information to see whether you need an x86 (32-bit) or x64 (64-bit) version of the program, and then contact the software publisher.
I have noticed a x86 program folder in the root drive…?
So questions -
I. Is there a work around to install 32bit programs on 64bit ?
II. Is there any emulation software to make this possible
All help much appreciated
FF
What application are you attempting to use?
U Can install 32 Bit Appilcations on 64 Bit on Win7. But u cannot do this vice-versa.
I myself is using Win7 which is 64-bit, where i am using the 32bit version team viewer and many other application.
U can aslo go to task manager & find out what version are u using for your softwares.
Please do let me know for further queries.
I myself is using Win7 which is 64-bit, where i am using the 32bit version team viewer and many other application.
U can aslo go to task manager & find out what version are u using for your softwares.
Please do let me know for further queries.
U Can install 32 Bit Appilcations on 64 Bit on Win7. But u cannot do this vice-versa.
I myself is using Win7 which is 64-bit, where i am using the 32bit version team viewer and many other application.
U can aslo go to task manager & find out what version are u using for your softwares.
Please do let me know for further queries.
I myself is using Win7 which is 64-bit, where i am using the 32bit version team viewer and many other application.
U can aslo go to task manager & find out what version are u using for your softwares.
Please do let me know for further queries.
U Can install 32 Bit Appilcations on 64 Bit on Win7. But u cannot do this vice-versa.
I myself is using Win7 which is 64-bit, where i am using the 32bit version team viewer and many other application.
U can aslo go to task manager & find out what version are u using for your softwares.
Please do let me know for further queries.
I myself is using Win7 which is 64-bit, where i am using the 32bit version team viewer and many other application.
U can aslo go to task manager & find out what version are u using for your softwares.
Please do let me know for further queries.
U Can install 32 Bit Appilcations on 64 Bit on Win7. But u cannot do this vice-versa.
I myself is using Win7 which is 64-bit, where i am using the 32bit version team viewer and many other application.
U can aslo go to task manager & find out what version are u using for your softwares.
Please do let me know for further queries.
I myself is using Win7 which is 64-bit, where i am using the 32bit version team viewer and many other application.
U can aslo go to task manager & find out what version are u using for your softwares.
Please do let me know for further queries.
Not all applications are compatible with Win 7 or with what you are trying. This is why I asked about the application you are attempting this with. Please include version, etc.
ASKER
The application I am using is amthird party shipping system GUI. The vender dos not have any updates since a few years ago. I was wondering if it is just a the launch file not pointing at the x86 program file or something....
If there have not been any updates since a few years ago then the issue you are more than likely having is that the application is not compatible with Win7.
> If the application is on a disk then copy the contents of the disk to a directory on your desktop.
> Right click the install package > select properties
> Select 'Compatibility' tab
> Select 'Run As' Windows XP
> Check box for 'Run As Admin'
> Click OK
> Rerun Install Package
If this works for you try then running the application in compatibility mode as well. Simply navigate to the program.exe and follow the above noted steps.
> If the application is on a disk then copy the contents of the disk to a directory on your desktop.
> Right click the install package > select properties
> Select 'Compatibility' tab
> Select 'Run As' Windows XP
> Check box for 'Run As Admin'
> Click OK
> Rerun Install Package
If this works for you try then running the application in compatibility mode as well. Simply navigate to the program.exe and follow the above noted steps.
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ASKER
Nice find SemperWifi!!
I have installed the virtual machine and going to test out now.
Is it possible to install windows 7 32bit in the same way? Or would I have to use Parralells or another VM software?
FF
I have installed the virtual machine and going to test out now.
Is it possible to install windows 7 32bit in the same way? Or would I have to use Parralells or another VM software?
FF
XP Mode is a free functional add on for Win7 and does not support free installs of Win7 32 or 64. However, you can run any OS inside Win7 x64 as a host with a license key and a VM environment.
I suggest looking up some of the functionality presented with XP Mode if you plan or are thinking of using it. http://arstechnica.com/microsoft/reviews/2010/01/windows-xp-mode.ars
I suggest looking up some of the functionality presented with XP Mode if you plan or are thinking of using it. http://arstechnica.com/microsoft/reviews/2010/01/windows-xp-mode.ars
ASKER
Microsoft's Virtual XP mode nailed it.