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New build, Vista64. Computer reboots on it’s own

FavoriteJewel — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 14:28:09 +0000

Computer reboots occasionally on it’s own. It’s like hitting the reset button. Once rebooted no problems. This is a new build and I have checked all the hardware and can not find anything wrong. The odd thing here is this only happens a few times a week with no real pattern. The closest thing to a pattern is it’s more likely to happen within 15 minutes of the first boot of the day next most common is when it is idle.

VMware on vista cant see com 1

Kazoo — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 16:44:48 +0000

I’m running hp pavillion with vista 64 bit system. I have loaded VMware and am trying to operate windows 98. Which works great but when i try to connect to a device using a usb to serial adapter it wont work. Most of the service software i use is 98 or 95 based and is com1 specific. When I looked for com 1 on vista it does not appear. i’m wondering if one of the boards might be using for bus communications.

vista 32 bit and 64-bit What is the difference?

Yangye12270 — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 14:35:18 +0000

At the recent installation of vista, but I do not know 32-bit and 64-bit difference, ask, vista 32 bit and 64-bit What is the difference?

Vista 64 running Outlook 2007 – Error 80070057

Redquad66 — Sun, 15 Mar 2009 19:16:35 +0000

How is this caused and how do I sort it?

Microsoft Windows Vista 32-bit & 64-bit dual boot

Juliandil — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 23:35:45 +0000

I’m currently running Windows Vista 32-bit OS.
My plan is to create a partition, and install Windows Vista 64-bit. This is so i can test out which system i prefer better.( i intend to try with Windows Xp 64-bit later.) I would than delete the remaining OS. I’d also like to somehow make a restore cd or “image” of my entire computer, so i can pop it in when my computer becomes clogged and itll bring me right back to a fresh install.

(all of the above will be taking place on one Physical hard drive, just an array of partions)

Questions:

1. What are the steps and procedure i’d take when creating a partition and installing Windows Vista 64-bit.

2. After installation, Am i able to delete the OS i choose not to use, deleting that partion, and restoring my hard drive to it’s full capacity.

3. What program would be suitable to make an ” Image” of my fresh computer, for future use and relieval of hassles.

My specs are:

Time of this report: 12/2/2008, 18:32:14
Machine name: JD-PC
Operating System: Windows Vista™ Home Premium (6.0, Build 6001) Service Pack 1 (6001.vistasp1_gdr.080917-1612)
Language: English (Regional Setting: English)
System Manufacturer: Dell Inc.
System Model: Dell XPS720
BIOS: Phoenix ROM BIOS PLUS Version 1.10 A06
Processor: Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Quad CPU Q6600 @ 2.40GHz (4 CPUs), ~2.4GHz
Memory: 2812MB RAM
Page File: 1097MB used, 4734MB available
Windows Dir: C:\Windows
DirectX Version: DirectX 10
DX Setup Parameters: Not found
DxDiag Version: 6.00.6001.18000 32bit Unicode

Thank you for your time.

Vista 64 on 32bit hardware?

Alex W — Fri, 30 May 2008 16:48:56 +0000

Hi,

Can anyone tell me if Vista 64bit will be backward compatiable to run on 32bit hardware until I upgrade to 64bit?

cheers!