Thinking to migrate to Vista X64(64 bit system) from XP 32 bit - Page 3

d@rk51d3 · 01-18-09, 06:17 AM

Running my new rig, which consists of Intel quad core 2.88, 4 gigs of 1066mhz RAM(thinking of bumping that up tp 8 gig:hmm: ), Nvidia Geforce 9800GT 1 gig, and Vista home premium 64bit.

Couldn't be happier at this stage. Running everything maxxed out, and had no hiccups yet, with the exception of starforce.

However, other threads have indicated that Ubi are sending later/updated .exe files to those who ask, which effectively patch it to "no-CD".

Awesome news, if it's true.

AVGWarhawk · 01-18-09, 07:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Castout

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Darn Vista 64 bit costs more than 400 bucks.

I'm better off migrating to XP 64 bit instead.

Be aware that XP 64 is even less supported than Vista 64.
At least with consumer level hardware.

Hmm it's much more affordable.

I suspect Microsoft developed XP 64 bit as a sort of test bed for Vista 64 bit. That explains the lack of support. But so far I've been able to find drivers for XP 64 bit just fine.

And whatever runs on Vista 64 bit seems to be running in XP 64 bit as well.

Thanks for the warning. The reviews so far have been good even better than Vista 64 bit.

Personally, I would wait for Windows 7. Just as XP 64 looked to be a stepping stone to Vista 64,Vista 64 was the stepping stone to Windows 7. I did read that on or after July 1 of this year, MS will offer a free upgrade to Windows 7 for those that purchased Vista 64. In your spare time, snoop around on the net and see what people are saying about Windows 7.

Castout · 01-18-09, 05:27 PM

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Originally Posted by AVGWarhawk

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Originally Posted by Castout

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Originally Posted by goldorak

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Originally Posted by Castout

Darn Vista 64 bit costs more than 400 bucks.

I'm better off migrating to XP 64 bit instead.

Be aware that XP 64 is even less supported than Vista 64.
At least with consumer level hardware.

Hmm it's much more affordable.

I suspect Microsoft developed XP 64 bit as a sort of test bed for Vista 64 bit. That explains the lack of support. But so far I've been able to find drivers for XP 64 bit just fine.

And whatever runs on Vista 64 bit seems to be running in XP 64 bit as well.

Thanks for the warning. The reviews so far have been good even better than Vista 64 bit.

Personally, I would wait for Windows 7. Just as XP 64 looked to be a stepping stone to Vista 64,Vista 64 was the stepping stone to Windows 7. I did read that on or after July 1 of this year, MS will offer a free upgrade to Windows 7 for those that purchased Vista 64. In your spare time, snoop around on the net and see what people are saying about Windows 7.

Yea I want Windows 7 64 bit too. I will stay away from Vista though.
The thing is how much Microsoft is going to sell their Windows 7 64 bit OS? Most likely above 400 bucks which is a quite a sum of money for me.

Castout · 01-18-09, 08:47 PM

I just found out that there's a 64 bit version of Vista premium. Shouldn't cost too much but I think I could wait for windows 7 64 bit

. Considering all the flop about Vista and its bad reviews.

01-18-09, 09:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Castout

Well I hate starforce protection system.

How much RAM do you guys use for your 64 bit Vista?

Btw I'm also looking forward to the upcoming Empire total war. It would sucks if the 64 bit Vista couldn't run it.

All Games Will Run On Vista,
Providing You Run The Game As Administrator,
Especially Patches,
Compatibility Issue Easily
Sorts All Games With Vista,
Vista 64 Is Perfect
The Future In Gaming Is Here

AVGWarhawk · 01-19-09, 09:35 AM

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Originally Posted by owner20071963

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Originally Posted by Castout

Well I hate starforce protection system.

How much RAM do you guys use for your 64 bit Vista?

Btw I'm also looking forward to the upcoming Empire total war. It would sucks if the 64 bit Vista couldn't run it.

All Games Will Run On Vista,
Providing You Run The Game As Administrator,
Especially Patches,
Compatibility Issue Easily
Sorts All Games With Vista,
Vista 64 Is Perfect
The Future In Gaming Is Here

Vista runs games just fine. SH4 I need to run as admin but COD WaW will run in user account. I think because COD WaW is Vista ready. I enjoy using Vista 64. No real quirks that I can think of. I think having an admin account and then having to establish a user account is a bit much. However, having the admin account for maintenance only and the user account keeping the user from possibly doing something detrimental to the computer is a nice feature. All in all, I'm satisfied with Vista.

If Windows 7 is $400.00 they can keep it for until the price drops.

mr chris · 01-19-09, 01:53 PM

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Originally Posted by AVGWarhawk

If Windows 7 is $400.00 they can keep it for until the price drops.

You got that right im looking at getting my new rig next month and it is going to come with Vista Ultimate 64bit.
Was thinking of giving Seven a go when it finally hits the shops but at that price. I think i will leave it a while and let the price drop and also see what the feedback is like before taking the plunge.
As all i have used before is 32 Bit XP im sure getting all my older games to play on vista, and playing around to get Vista the way i want it will keep me busy.

FIREWALL · 01-19-09, 02:10 PM

I don't understand the problems. I do a dual boot with partition XP Pro sp2 and Vista Ultimate 64.

I have SH-3 GWX Gold on both without a problem.

I read on another thread how other members did it but, I did it my own way and it was easy.

01-18-09, 08:47 PM	#34
Castout Silent Hunter Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Jakarta Posts: 4,794 Downloads: 89 Uploads: 6	I just found out that there's a 64 bit version of Vista premium. Shouldn't cost too much but I think I could wait for windows 7 64 bit . Considering all the flop about Vista and its bad reviews. __________________ My blog: http://exposingsingapore.wordpress.com/

01-19-09, 02:10 PM	#38
FIREWALL Eternal Patrol Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: CATALINA IS. SO . CAL USA Posts: 10,108 Downloads: 511 Uploads: 0	I don't understand the problems. I do a dual boot with partition XP Pro sp2 and Vista Ultimate 64. I have SH-3 GWX Gold on both without a problem. I read on another thread how other members did it but, I did it my own way and it was easy. __________________ RIP FIREWALL I Play GWX. Silent Hunter Who ???

01-18-09, 06:17 AM	#31
d@rk51d3 Sea Lord Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Adelaide, South Australia Posts: 1,917 Downloads: 193 Uploads: 0	Running my new rig, which consists of Intel quad core 2.88, 4 gigs of 1066mhz RAM(thinking of bumping that up tp 8 gig:hmm: ), Nvidia Geforce 9800GT 1 gig, and Vista home premium 64bit. Couldn't be happier at this stage. Running everything maxxed out, and had no hiccups yet, with the exception of starforce. However, other threads have indicated that Ubi are sending later/updated .exe files to those who ask, which effectively patch it to "no-CD". Awesome news, if it's true.