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Trying to install an application that use 32bit on a 64bit OS
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The applications installer must support installing on a 64-bit machine. You might check with the software company for an alternate installation file or newer version.
You could also install it in a Virtual Machine (XP or 7). If you have Windows 7 Pro, Ent, or Ult, then you are entitled to a fully-licensed version of XP to run from within Windows 7:
http://www.microsoft.com/windows/virtual-pc/download.aspx
You could also install it in a Virtual Machine (XP or 7). If you have Windows 7 Pro, Ent, or Ult, then you are entitled to a fully-licensed version of XP to run from within Windows 7:
http://www.microsoft.com/windows/virtual-pc/download.aspx
Not sure if you would consider this option but have you tried creating a virtual machine that is 32bit to run the app on. That is if the other above solutions don't work. I have had to do that before to run a legacy product on a new system.
I have used a product like OracleBoxto set up my virtual machine. Works pretty well, is a small install and pretty easy to setup/configure.:
http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/server-storage/virtualbox/downloads/index.html
I have used a product like OracleBoxto set up my virtual machine. Works pretty well, is a small install and pretty easy to setup/configure.:
http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/server-storage/virtualbox/downloads/index.html
Kid ... do you mean VirtualBox (by Oracle)? I also use this for most of my VM's, as it 1) will support 64-bit VM's where Virtual PC's won't, and 2) has more features than VMWare Player.
If you do use a Virtualization software other than Virtual PC with XP Mode, then you must have a valid/unused Retail license for XP or whatever OS you are running. XP Mode is fully licensed, so there is no need to purchase or use a Retail copy.
If you do use a Virtualization software other than Virtual PC with XP Mode, then you must have a valid/unused Retail license for XP or whatever OS you are running. XP Mode is fully licensed, so there is no need to purchase or use a Retail copy.
Yes i mean Oracle's VirtualBox.
Yes i agree, you need a valid windows licence to load and use any MS software.
Yes i agree, you need a valid windows licence to load and use any MS software.
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I've installed the XP Mode in my win 7, and it works .
But this VM is pretty slow.
Anyway, i guess i'l need to work that way.
tnx u all.
But this VM is pretty slow.
Anyway, i guess i'l need to work that way.
tnx u all.
You are welcome!
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Now you can give points and close the question.
Glad you got it working ... even if it is slow.
you have many options:.
1) How to Run a Program in Compatibility Mode in Windows 7:
http://www.sevenforums.com/tutorials/316-compatibility-mode.html
or
2) How to use Windows XP Mode in Windows 7:
http://www.sevenforums.com/tutorials/8247-windows-xp-mode-install-setup.html