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| Windows Vista to Windows Vista - Upgrade Paths |
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With Windows Vista Microsoft has streamlined the upgrade process. Swapping an inferior edition for a more feature-rich alternative can be done via an upgrade disc or through the Windows Anytime upgrade disc. Inferior in this context should be read according to the features and capabilities each version of Vista delivers to users.
The main editions of Windows Vista can be cataloged according to the following hierarchy: Home Basic, Home Premium, Business and Ultimate. This is the main upgrade path for Windows Vista, from Basic to Premium to Business and to Ultimate. However, there are a few issues that you have to consider. First off, there is the small matter of 32-bit and 64-bit editions of the operating system. Microsoft treats each of them separately.
With 64-bit editions of Windows Vista, things are as clear as possible. You can upgrade:
- Home Basic to Home Premium and Ultimate;
- Home Premium to Ultimate;
- Business to Ultimate.
All of these have to be x64 Vista editions. Why? Due to the simple reason that you will not be able to upgrade from the 32-bit to the 64-bit versions of Windows Vista. What this means is that while you may own a 32-bit Vista you will also have to purchase a full license of a 64-bit edition. If you only acquire an upgrade edition, you will not be able to upgrade the 32-bit operating system to the 64-bit variant.
With 32-bit Windows Vista things are a tad more tricky. Here are the upgrade paths, be sure to check out the image included at the bottom for clarification on the 32-bit Vista upgrade options:
- from Vista Home Basic to Home Premium, Business and Ultimate;
- from Vista Home Basic N users will not be able to upgrade to any other edition of Vista with the exception of Vista Home Basic N;
- from Vista Home Premium to Ultimate;
- from Vista Business to Ultimate;
- from Vista Business N users also have no upgrade options available.
Windows Vista Home Basic N and Business N are available only in Europe.
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| Re: Windows Vista to Windows Vista - Upgrade Paths |
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| Re: Windows Vista to Windows Vista - Upgrade Paths |
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ankur mittal wrote
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All of these have to be x64 Vista editions. Why? Due to the simple reason that you will not be able to upgrade from the 32-bit to the 64-bit versions of Windows Vista. What this means is that while you may own a 32-bit Vista you will also have to purchase a full license of a 64-bit edition. If you only acquire an upgrade edition, you will not be able to upgrade the 32-bit operating system to the 64-bit variant.
With 32-bit Windows Vista things are a tad more tricky. Here are the upgrade paths, be sure to check out the image included at the bottom for clarification on the 32-bit Vista upgrade options:
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I guess one has an option to "order" a 64 bit version DVD (alternate media) from Microsoft for a small fee (about Rs 500/-) if you have a genuine 32 bit version. In fact, only 32 bit Retail versions of all Editions are available except the Ultimate Edition, which includes both, 32 and 64 bit media. Also, you cannot order 64 bit media for the Starter edition as it not meant for "serious computer users", as mentioned on the Microsoft Website. Please refer the following URL:
http://www.microsoft.com/windows/products/windowsvista/editions/64bit.mspx
Thus I disagree that one needs to buy a full license for a 64 bit version even if he/she owns a genuine 32 bit Edition of Vista.
Thanks.
Anand Gham.
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| Re: Windows Vista to Windows Vista - Upgrade Paths |
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Pl. note :
"If you are
currently running a 32-bit version of Windows, you can only perform an
upgrade to another 32-bit version of Windows. Similarly, if you are
running a 64-bit version of Windows Vista, you can only perform an
upgrade to another 64-bit version of Windows Vista."
32-bit and 64-bit Windows: frequently asked questions
Also see the links given in that :
Installation choices for 64-bit consumer versions of Windows Vistawhich says: "if you are running a 32-bit version of Windows Vista and want to install
a 64-bit version of Windows Vista, you must use one of the following
methods:
| • | Purchase a full version of the 64-bit version of Windows Vista. | | • | Remove
the 32-bit version of Windows Vista, install Windows XP, and then
install the 64-bit version of Windows Vista by using an installation
method that is listed earlier in this article." |
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| Re: Windows Vista to Windows Vista - Upgrade Paths |
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Vasu wrote
Pl. note :
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Installation choices for 64-bit consumer versions of Windows Vistawhich says: "if you are running a 32-bit version of Windows Vista and want to install
a 64-bit version of Windows Vista, you must use one of the following
methods:
| • | Purchase a full version of the 64-bit version of Windows Vista. | | • | Remove
the 32-bit version of Windows Vista, install Windows XP, and then
install the 64-bit version of Windows Vista by using an installation
method that is listed earlier in this article." |
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Is this not a bit confusing? If Microsoft expects me to purchase a full license in case I wish to upgrade from 32 bit Vista to 64 bit Vista, why are they offering alternate 64 bit media of Vista for a small fee of Rs 500/-? Or does buying a full license mean paying that Rs 500/- fee and getting alternate media?
Let's say I buy a 32 bit retail version of Vista Business. Then order alternate media (64 bit) for the same edition. So in effect, I have genuine license for a 64 bit version Business Edition. Doesn't that mean I have option to upgrade to 64 bit Ultimate Edition? Correct me if I'm wrong!
Well, sorry to bother you guys with my questions, but I'm in this same fix right now. I have assembled a new machine for my office and wish to buy Vista Business Edition 64 bit version. But the main issue I'm facing is, there is no 64 bit Vista Business Edition on the shelves. I have confirmed this with Microsoft. So I have no choice but buy 32 bit retail or OEM version Vista Business Edition and then order 64 bit media. Please read my post seeking help on this issue in the same forum.
Thanks.
Anand Gham.
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