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December 2nd, 2014 16:00
Need Windows 7 Pro 32-bit DVD or ISO
My client purchased 4 new Dell computers with Win7 Pro 64-bit installed. They use a retail software that does not work with 64-bit OS. I want to install Win7 Pro 32-bit OS rather than use a virtualization product. How can I get a DVD or ISO for Dell Win7 Pro 32-bit?
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December 2nd, 2014 17:00
Always include the PC model in your posts.
If the systems came with 64-bit Win 7, I don't think Dell is going to give you the disks to downgrade to 32-bit, at least not for free. Your systems were licensed for the 64-bit version of Win 7 only. And besides, you'll lose all the advantages of the 64-bit hardware they bought if you downgrade
If you use an .iso file to install the 32-bit OS, you're going to need a separate, valid product key for each machine. And if Dell didn't offer 32-bit Win 7 on this model, they probably won't offer the 32-bit drivers.
According to Microsoft:
Most programs designed for the 32-bit version of Windows will work on the 64-bit version of Windows. Notable exceptions are many antivirus programs.
You'll just need to install the 32-bit program system files into the SysWOW64 folder on C:\. If you google around you'll find lots of links about installing 32-bit apps in 64-bit Windows.
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December 2nd, 2014 18:00
You can see my instructions here:
http://dellwindowsreinstallationguide.com/a-clean-install-of-windows/a-clean-install-of-windows-7/
Ensure that Dell have 32 Bit drivers for your model before proceeding.