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Hello,
I suddenly switched from x64 to x86 without wanting to. Do you know what might be the cause? And how can I switch back to x64? Because now there’s a game I can’t play anymore. Thank you in advance.
I suddenly switched from x64 to x86 without wanting to. Do you know what might be the cause? And how can I switch back to x64? Because now there’s a game I can’t play anymore. Thank you in advance.
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Hello
It's simply impossible, the x86 and x64 kernels are not the same and you can't "convert" a 32-bit OS into a 64-bit one or vice versa.
The only way to switch from one architecture to the other is to install one instead of the other.
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It's simply impossible, the x86 and x64 kernels are not the same and you can't "convert" a 32-bit OS into a 64-bit one or vice versa.
The only way to switch from one architecture to the other is to install one instead of the other.
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BUT I SWEAR TO YOU THAT before I was on a 64-bit operating system, it's even still written in my system information, but when I go to my programs it says "(program files x86)" while before it said "program files x64". I just installed a kind of new toolbar in the meantime, that's all I SWEAR.
lol
In Windows 7 64-bit, there is a folder C:\Programmes for 64-bit software and another folder C:\Program files (x86) for 32-bit software...
So if you have a folder C:\Program files (x86), it means it's definitely 64-bit.
In Windows 7 64-bit, there is a folder C:\Programmes for 64-bit software and another folder C:\Program files (x86) for 32-bit software...
So if you have a folder C:\Program files (x86), it means it's definitely 64-bit.
Hello
He himself provided the link in System, which indicates it's 64 bits.
So yes, it's a dream.
He must have mistaken a cow for a horse. :o))
https://forums.commentcamarche.net/forum/affich-24972772-changement-x64-en-x86#6
He himself provided the link in System, which indicates it's 64 bits.
So yes, it's a dream.
He must have mistaken a cow for a horse. :o))
https://forums.commentcamarche.net/forum/affich-24972772-changement-x64-en-x86#6
Hello everyone ..
I was passing by and heard cries of protest ...
gesta:
Don't worry anymore, you are now "back" to 64 bits, and we promise that it's permanent, Windows has now properly recognized your PC during updates ...
And if the "program files x86" folder bothers you, check its contents: if it is empty, you can delete it. If it's not empty, it means you've installed a 32-bit software, likely by mistake, and you don't have to use it .. And you can also delete it (but leave it in the recycling bin for now ..) ..
And if Windows doesn't want to delete it, it's because it's afraid of making a mistake, so just leave it alone ... :)
Good luck to you ..
See you later
Nyctaclope
PS: and may the honorable contributors kindly, in their gracious indulgence, forgive me this mischievous intrusion ...
The most beautiful poem of mathematics: e^(i.PI)=i^2
three "sacred" numbers from different horizons holding hands ...
I was passing by and heard cries of protest ...
gesta:
Don't worry anymore, you are now "back" to 64 bits, and we promise that it's permanent, Windows has now properly recognized your PC during updates ...
And if the "program files x86" folder bothers you, check its contents: if it is empty, you can delete it. If it's not empty, it means you've installed a 32-bit software, likely by mistake, and you don't have to use it .. And you can also delete it (but leave it in the recycling bin for now ..) ..
And if Windows doesn't want to delete it, it's because it's afraid of making a mistake, so just leave it alone ... :)
Good luck to you ..
See you later
Nyctaclope
PS: and may the honorable contributors kindly, in their gracious indulgence, forgive me this mischievous intrusion ...
The most beautiful poem of mathematics: e^(i.PI)=i^2
three "sacred" numbers from different horizons holding hands ...
It's normal that the updates are marked 64 bits! Your system is 64 bits.
But the 32-bit compatible programs you download go into the Program Files (x86) folder!
The system doesn't change.
You have a Windows 64 bits and it will always remain 64 bits.
To change the system, you need the Windows 7 32-bit DVD, format your 64 bits, and install the 32 bits.
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But the 32-bit compatible programs you download go into the Program Files (x86) folder!
The system doesn't change.
You have a Windows 64 bits and it will always remain 64 bits.
To change the system, you need the Windows 7 32-bit DVD, format your 64 bits, and install the 32 bits.
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If you click on your hard drive, you indeed have Program Files x86 and Programs.
Under Windows 7, 32-bit compatible programs go in Program Files x86
and 64-bit compatible programs go in Programs.
You have these two types of folders if you are on 64-bit.
And your operating system is 64-bit.
See your image.
http://www.hostingpics.net/viewer.php?id=784210versionwindows.png
Have you recently installed the SP1 pack?
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Under Windows 7, 32-bit compatible programs go in Program Files x86
and 64-bit compatible programs go in Programs.
You have these two types of folders if you are on 64-bit.
And your operating system is 64-bit.
See your image.
http://www.hostingpics.net/viewer.php?id=784210versionwindows.png
Have you recently installed the SP1 pack?
Who loves instruction! find the knowledge that comes from reflection!
PS. Frequently create a restore point! It resolves quite a few issues.
But Microsoft may have installed it (SP1) through automatic updates without you knowing..
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ahh okkey thanks, it's nice of you because the other 2 thought I was crazy I think. yes I must have installed a 32-bit software then.
lol
I have Windows 7 64 bit and I have never had a folder Program files (x64) since it doesn't exist...
And since the majority of software and games are still in 32 bit, they are in the Program files (x86) folder which indeed exists as soon as Windows 64 bit is installed.
From the beginning, it's been said that your Windows 64 bit cannot revert back to x36 32 bit since that’s impossible, there's no need to check the update history for confirmation.
What's certain is that you misread the name of the folder Program files (x86) and thought you saw (x64)
Anyone can make a mistake ;-)
I have Windows 7 64 bit and I have never had a folder Program files (x64) since it doesn't exist...
And since the majority of software and games are still in 32 bit, they are in the Program files (x86) folder which indeed exists as soon as Windows 64 bit is installed.
From the beginning, it's been said that your Windows 64 bit cannot revert back to x36 32 bit since that’s impossible, there's no need to check the update history for confirmation.
What's certain is that you misread the name of the folder Program files (x86) and thought you saw (x64)
Anyone can make a mistake ;-)
Hello Nyctaclope
It is neither recommended nor useful to delete the Program Files (x86) folder.
The Program Files (x86) folder is the folder that contains all the 32-bit applications; not all programs officially exist in 64-bit.
Deleting it could cause Windows compatibility issues with programs or installation refusals since the x86 PF folder has been removed.
Do not delete it! Especially not, as some components of Windows 7 are present inside.
Who loves instruction! finds knowledge that comes from reflection!
PS. Frequently create a restore point! It solves quite a few problems.
It is neither recommended nor useful to delete the Program Files (x86) folder.
The Program Files (x86) folder is the folder that contains all the 32-bit applications; not all programs officially exist in 64-bit.
Deleting it could cause Windows compatibility issues with programs or installation refusals since the x86 PF folder has been removed.
Do not delete it! Especially not, as some components of Windows 7 are present inside.
Who loves instruction! finds knowledge that comes from reflection!
PS. Frequently create a restore point! It solves quite a few problems.
Hello tribun..
Thank you for this important clarification.
I thought that PF x86 was only created when necessary (installation of a 32-bit), but having a slight doubt, I suggested leaving it available in the recycle bin, from where we could retrieve it if needed..
My bad..
Thanks again, and have a good day (I see you start it very early)..
Nyctaclope
Thank you for this important clarification.
I thought that PF x86 was only created when necessary (installation of a 32-bit), but having a slight doubt, I suggested leaving it available in the recycle bin, from where we could retrieve it if needed..
My bad..
Thanks again, and have a good day (I see you start it very early)..
Nyctaclope
This folder is present as soon as Windows 7 x64 is installed and it is not empty because even without having installed a single program, there are some "sub-programs" included in Windows that are 32-bit and therefore in this folder: Windows Defender, Windows Media Player, Windows NT (which contains 2 subfolders with Windows software), Windows Photo Viewer, Windows Portable Devices and Windows Sidebar to name just a few.
In this case, it is the requester who needs glasses or to train their memory because there is no Program Files (x64) folder, 64-bit software being installed in the Programmes folder (French version) or Program Files "plain" (English version)
In this case, it is the requester who needs glasses or to train their memory because there is no Program Files (x64) folder, 64-bit software being installed in the Programmes folder (French version) or Program Files "plain" (English version)
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