Thinking about putting Windows XP Pro on my 2011 13" i7 , 32 bit or 64 bit?

The title pretty much explains what I'm looking for feedback on. I understand the benefits of running a 64 bit OS, but any windows use will be light and I won't be likely to run any 64 bit programs in windows. So, would I have any problems with a 32 bit version of XP Pro? I already have a license for that, and I don't believe my key would be valid for a 64 bit install, unless I'm mistaken.
The off chance that someone out there is already sort of doing what I'm going for, is the only reason the Windows partition would exist would be for Crestron control system programming, or QSC / Lectrosonics DSP configurations via crossover ethernet, USB, and USB to serial adapters. Any chance anyones had success doing this with Apple machines? I'm looking at ditching my Acer PC that works assigned to me and with these exceptions, I can do the majority of my work stuff on OSX.

The new Macs do not support XP or Vista full stop - they only support W7 (32 or 64). As far as going around BootCamp there are loads of websites in cyberspace that show how, but get ready for a steep experimentation curve. W7 has Virtual XP in it (all but the least expensive edition) for those applications you hate to give up. Parallels (about $80) will allow XP right on OSX and is quite sophisticated and popular - no partition needed.

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