Why does Bootcamp install 32-bit version of Windows 7?

I am trying to install Windows 7 Ultimate (64-bit) via Bootcamp on my mid-2011 Mac Mini Server. The Windows install succeeds but I am unable to install the Windows support files. When I try to run the Setup program in the Bootcamp directory, Windows won't run the file and says that the file is incompatible with the OS.
It turns out that Windows 7 is reporting that it's a 32-bit OS and, apparently, the Bootcamp support files are for the 64-bit version of the OS.
Where have I gone wrong?
Thanks,
JZ

This is a case of me being ...well let's say 'inattentive.' The Windows disk I was using for the install was indeed 32-bit. I forgot that I have 64-bit and 32-bit versions of Windows 7 and I installed the incorrect version.
Thanks for the reply, Rudegar.

Similar Messages

HT1846 ok, so now what? how to uninstall 64 and then install 32 bit version of Windows 7 in bootcamp?

please help. i just wasted a couple hours installing and then updating the 64 bit version.

There is today no reason to be using 32-bit
And it isn't rocket science to just reinstall and format like you did before from the DVD
But I have not seen where 32-bit version was needed and that programs and drivers were an issue.
Assume you know how to use Boot Camp Assistant and read the help guide inside.

HT1222 why do i keep getting error to install 64 bit version when i have it already for use with my ipod

i keep installing itnes on my laptop same version of windows as my other laptop and this one keeps telling me to install 64 bit version and i have downloaded that version already and installed it several times but does not connect to ipod

That message usually indicates that Apple Mobile Device Support hasn't installed correctly.
Let's try a standalone Apple Mobile Device Support install. It still might not install, but fingers crossed any error messages will give us a better idea of the underlying cause of why it's not installing under normal conditions.
Download and save a copy of the iTunesSetup.exe (or iTunes64setup.exe) installer file to your hard drive:
http://www.apple.com/itunes/download/
Download and install the free trial version of WinRAR:
http://www.rarlab.com/
Right-click the iTunesSetup.exe (or iTunes64setup.exe), and select "Extract to iTunesSetup" (or "Extract to iTunes64Setup"). WinRAR will expand the contents of the file into a folder called "iTunesSetup" (or "iTunes64Setup").
Go into the folder and doubleclick the AppleMobileDeviceSupport.msi (or AppleMobileDeviceSupport64.msi) to do a standalone AMDS install.
(If it offers you the choice to remove or repair, choose "Remove", and if the uninstall goes through successfully, see if you can reinstall by doubleclicking the AppleMobileDeviceSupport.msi again.)
Does it install (or uninstall and then reinstall) properly for you?
If instead you get an error message during the install (or uninstall), let us know what it says. (Precise text, please.)

Why does CC install 2 versions of Photoshop CS6

Why Does CC install 2 versions of Photoshop, CS6, a 64-it version and another version, on my 64 bit windows8 machine? Why not install just one version?Do I need both?
Thanks

32 bit is installed in case you need to use plugins which have not been updated for 64 bit Photoshop e.g. TWAIN for scanners.
http://helpx.adobe.com/photoshop/kb/64-bit-os-benefits-limitations.html#main_Opening_32_bi t_and_64_bit_versions_on_Windows
http://helpx.adobe.com/photoshop/kb/twain-plug-photoshop-cs4-cs5.html

Why is there no Boot Camp support for the 64-bit version of Windows 7 on the 64-bit iMac that I'm using?

The early 2008 24" iMac 8,1 has a 2.8 ghz E8235 Intel Core 2 Duo processor with a data width of 64-bits.
I am straining badly to understand why Apple is only providing drivers for the 32-bit version of Windows 7 for the 64-bit hardware that I want to install it on.

The 64 bit drivers are there, but there have been some installation
issues depending on Windows OS and Apple hardware. You may
want to post on the Bootcamp forum to get more direct response to
your issue.
FWIW, at one point, I forget when, I found I needed to manually
open the 64 bit versions of the drivers to install them that were created
on the bootcamp driver install disk (image). As I recall the was a
64 bit .msi "global" installer but even at that there was an individual
one that needed to be manually installed.
Its been a while since I last did this since I have been doing everything
in Windows virtual machines with Parallels.

Itunes is not recognising my ipod!! says i need to install 64 bit version, it is 64 bit version though!!

itunes is not recognising my ipod!! says i need to install 64 bit version, it is 64 bit version though!!

Let's try a standalone Apple Mobile Device Support install. It still might not install, but fingers crossed any error messages will give us a better idea of the underlying cause of why it's not installing under normal conditions.
Download and save a copy of the iTunesSetup.exe (or iTunes64setup.exe) installer file to your hard drive:
http://www.apple.com/itunes/download/
Download and install the free trial version of WinRAR:
http://www.rarlab.com/
Right-click the iTunesSetup.exe (or iTunes64setup.exe), and select "Extract to iTunesSetup" (or "Extract to iTunes64Setup"). WinRAR will expand the contents of the file into a folder called "iTunesSetup" (or "iTunes64Setup").
Go into the folder and doubleclick the AppleMobileDeviceSupport.msi (or AppleMobileDeviceSupport64.msi) to do a standalone AMDS install.
(If it offers you the choice to remove or repair, choose "Remove", and if the uninstall goes through successfully, see if you can reinstall by doubleclicking the AppleMobileDeviceSupport.msi again.)
Does it install (or uninstall and then reinstall) properly for you? If so, can you get a normal iTunes install to go through properly now?
If instead you get an error message during the install (or uninstall), let us know what it says. (Precise text, please.)

Installing iTunes 64 bit version on Windows 7

After downloading and starting the iTunes64setup.exe, the install program showed that it will install the program at C:\Programs Files(x86). This is the location for 32 bit programs. Why does the install program want to place this 64 bit program in the 32 bit program directory? Should this be changed to C:\Program Files (the appropriate location for 64 bit files) or use the default location? Are there 32 bit components in the program that require it to be installed in the x86 location? Please advise.

After downloading and starting the iTunes64setup.exe, the install program showed that it will install the program at C:\Programs Files(x86). This is the location for 32 bit programs.
Yes, that's correct. A lot of the iTunes program is 32-bit.
It's been a while since I checked with a version on a 64-bit machine, but I think this is what you'll probably see after the install:
\Program files\
"Bonjour"
"iPod" (contains the 64-bit iPod Service)
"iTunes" (contains the 64-bit miniplayer)
\Program files\Common Files\Apple\
"Mobile Device Support" (contains the 64-bit AMDS)
\Program Files (x86)\
"Apple Software Update"
"BonJour"
"iTunes"
"QuickTime"
\Program files (x86)\Common Files\Apple\
"Apple Application Support"
"CoreFP"
(Can't remember off the top of my head where your MobileMe goes on a 64-bit system.)

Does Firefox 7.o have a supported 64-bit version for Windows 7?

On the system requirements page for Firefox 7.0, I found the following statement: "Please note that while the 32-bit and 64-bit versions of Windows Vista and Windows 7 can be used to run Firefox 6, only 32-bit builds of Firefox 6 are supported. at this time."
I do not understand why Firefox 6 is mentioned on the Firefox 7 system requirements page. I have Windows 7, 64 bit version.
Does Firefox 7.0 have a supported 64 bit version that runs on Windows 7--64 bit version?

Not yet. The web page text is incorrect.

Bootcamp 3.0 and the 64-bit version of Windows 7 ?

Does Bootcamp 3.0 support the 64-bit version of Windows 7 ?
Sorry for my bad English

It has nothing to do with SL or Boot Camp 3.0, but is based on the EFI firmware used in the iMac not being 64-bit (EFI64; also part of Unified EFI 2.x).
If your Mac is listed as one that can boot Snow Leopard in 64-bit kernel mode (using '6' and '4' keys on startup, and 64-bit drivers and extensions).
The only way to add Windows 7 64-bit is through firmware, and that isn't going to happen.

Does Dreamweaver CS3 work with 64 bit version of Windows 7?

Windows 7, 64 bit, Home Premium was clean installed. I had no difficulty reinstalling Dreamweaver CS3, but when I try to open a file I get a message that says." A problem has caused the program to stop working correctly. Windows will close the program and notify you if a solution is available." Apparently none is. So my question is, does Dreamweaver CS3 work with the 64 bit version of Windows 7? If not, does CS4 work or would I be wasting money by upgrading?

I just installed it and ran it fine. I have Windows 7 Ultimate 64 bit
Make sure it is a clean install from a fresh "boot". I ran into problems the first time when I tried to install it right after I installed another program. I simply uninstalled it.....which took a long long time, but after it was removed and I rebooted, everything went fine.
Rick

Why has the Tecra M11-11M only got the 32-bit version of Windows 7?

Why has the Tecra M11-11M only got the 32-bit version of windows 7 and not the 64-bit?
Surely the i7 and 4gb can cope with the demands and the 64-bit version would allow more efficient use of the computing power.
Many thanks,

Good question but Im afraid only Toshiba marketing division has right answer to your question.
I just presume they create own decision based on market research.
You can try to install own 64bit version if the drivers, tools and utilities are available.

Why does Lightroom install to 2.x folder instead of simply 2?

Why does Lightroom install to a different 2.x folder each time [such as 2.5, 2.6, 2.7]? Why not just install to the same Lightroom 2 folder?

M Behrens wrote:
I don't think you can run 2 .x versions side by side. the setup will uninstall the old version before installing the new 2.x verion. You can run the beta 3s side by side with a 2.x but Adobe allows for this.
You're right, this was a mistake on my side. I was misslead by the fact that my recent LR 2.7 upgrade did not remove the 2.6 folders entirely, but this was because I had an additional customized file in one of the subfolders.
Sorry for my confusion.
Beat

Unable to install 32 bit version of Office 2013

We had several computers deployed with the 64 bit version of Office 2013. Due to some unforeseen compatibility issues, we needed to remove the 64 bit version and then install the 32 bit version. While we have been able to remove the 64 bit version,
we are not able to install the 32 bit version. After we click setup.exe, We simply see the Office 2013 splash page that mentions "Please wait while setup prepares the necessary files" and then it disappears. Nothing in the event log either.
Any idea what is going on and how to resolve this?

Hi,
Do you mind telling us which category of Event viewer have you checked?
Most of the setup error log may be stored in Setup category, and some in Application category.
If there are some error logs, please upload, they'll help us to troubleshoot this issue.
Then, this issue also may be due to the remain of Office 2013 64bit. I recommend we remove it manually and clean the registry key:
==========
Method 1
Open C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office 15\root\integration\
Delete all C2RManifest*.xml files in that folder.
Open an elevated command prompt. Tap on Windows, enter cmd, right-click on the result and select run as administrator from the menu.
Type cd "C:\Program files\Microsoft Office 15\root\integration".
Type integrator.exe /U.
To remove the Office 2013 preview scheduled tasks run the following commands.
Type schtasks.exe /delete /tn "FF_INTEGRATEDstreamSchedule"
Type schtasks.exe /delete /tn "FF_INTEGRATEDUPDATEDETECTION"
Type schtasks.exe /delete /tn "FF_INTEGRATEDOffice 15 Subscription Heartbeat"
Keep the command prompt open.
Open the Task Manager with Ctrl-Shift-Esc.
Click on the Process tab and kill the following processes: integratedoffice.exe,
appvshnotify.exe, firstrun.exe and setup*.exe.
Type sc delete OfficeSvc at the command prompt.
Open Windows Explorer and delete the Microsoft Office 15 folder
Open %ProgramData%\Microsoft and delete the ClickToRun folder
Open %ProgramData%\Microsoft\office and delete the
FFPackageLocker file
Press Windows, type regedit and hit enter to open the Registry editor
Delete the following Registry keys.
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Office\15.0\ClickToRun
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\AppVISV
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Uninstall\Microsoft Office 15 - ProfessionalRetail - en-us
Note that the name of the last Registry key depends on the installed version of Office.
Delete Office 2013 start menu shortcuts
Open %ALLUSERSPROFILE%\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs and delete the Office 2013 folder
Go to the command prompt and run one of the following commands:
If you are running an x86 version of Office 2013 and an x64 operating system run the following command:
MsiExec.exe /X{50150000-008F-0000-1000-0000000FF1CE}
If you are running an x86 version of Office 2013 and an x86 operating system run the following command:
MsiExec.exe /X{50150000-007E-0000-0000-0000000FF1CE}
If you are running an x64 version of Office 2013 and and x64 operating system run the following command:
MsiExec.exe /X{50150000-008C-0000-1000-0000000FF1CE}
Run the following command afterwards: MsiExec.exe /X{00150000-008C-0000-0000-0000000FF1CE}
Method 2
Open the %windir%\Installer folder. Make sure you can view Hidden files and folders on your system
Select View, then Choose Details
Select Subject, type 340 in the width of the column and click ok. This may take several minutes before subjects appear.
Select View > Sort by > Subject
Locate all .msi files that have Microsoft Office 2013 product names and uninstall them.
Use Windows-R to open a run box
Enter services.msc and hit the enter key
Locate Office Source Engine and right-click the service and select
Stop from the context menu.
Open the %CommonProgramFiles%\Microsoft Shared folder or
%CommonProgramFiles(x86)%\Microsoft Shared on a 64-bit operating system
Delete the folders Office15 and Source Engine from the folder list.
Open the %ProgramFiles%\Microsoft Office folder or %ProgramFiles(x86)%\Microsoft Office on 64-bit systems
Delete the Office15 folder.
Open the MSOCache folder on the root of the hard drive
Open the All Users folder and delete every folder that contains 0FF1CE} in the name
Open the folder %appdata%\microsoft\templates
Delete the following files Normal.dotm and Welcome to Word.dotx
Open the folder %appdata%\microsoft\document building blocks
Delete the building blocks.dotx file
Press Windows-r, type regedit and hit enter
Open the following Registry key: HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Office\15.0
Delete the following Registry keys if you are running a 32-bit version of Windows.
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Office\15.0
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Office\15.0
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Office\Delivery\SourceEngine\Downloads\*0FF1CE}-*
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Uninstall\*0FF1CE*
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Installer\Upgrade Codes\*F01FEC
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Installer\UserData\S-1-5-18\Products\*F01FEC
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\ose
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\Installer\Features\*F01FEC
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\Installer\Products\*F01FEC
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\Installer\UpgradeCodes\*F01FEC
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\Installer\Win32Assemblies\*Office15*
Delete the following Registry keys if you are running a 64-bit version of Windows
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Office\15.0
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\Microsoft\Office\15.0
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\Microsoft\Office\Delivery\SourceEngine\Downloads\*0FF1CE}-*
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Uninstall\*0FF1CE*
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\ose
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\Installer\Features\*F01FEC
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\Installer\Products\*F01FEC
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\Installer\UpgradeCodes\*F01FEC
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\Installer\Win32Asemblies\*Office15*
On a 32-bit version of Windows, open the following Registry key: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Uninstall
On a 64-bit version of Windows, open the following Registry key: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Uninstall
Select File > Export, type UninstallKey01 and select Save.
Under the uninstall key determine the subkey that has the following values:
Name: UninstallString
Data: file_name path\Office Setup Controller\Setup.exe path
Delete the keys that match the data and repeat the process until all keys have been processed.
====
On the other hand, the installation source also may be a factor, please try to change one and test.
https://products.office.com/en-us/download-back-up-restore-microsoft-office-products?legRedir=true&CorrelationId=9398947d-5b49-4e53-a203-0ef5ff858293
Hope it's helpful.
Regards,
George Zhao
TechNet Community Support
It's recommended to download and install
Configuration Analyzer Tool (OffCAT), which is developed by Microsoft Support teams. Once the tool is installed, you can run it at any time to scan for hundreds of known issues in Office
programs.

With Boot Camp, should I install the 64 bit version of Windows 7 (Home Premium edition) OR the 32 bit version when installing onto an early 2008 Mac Pro operating OSX Lion with a 1 TByte internal HDD?

With an early 2008 Mac Pro I'm about to add a second internal drive (1 TByte SATA) and initially install OSX Lion onto the new drive. Then to partition this new HDD via Boot camp. But my question is whether I am best advised to purchase the 64 bit version of Windows 7 (Home Premium) or the 32 bit version of Windows 7 (Home Premium) for the Windows sector of the disk What are the differences, and will I notice a difference in performance?

In chart from wiki, (scroll down to "Comparison chart") check the maximum CPUs supported.
You don't see this on MSoft's 1st searched for chart hit. This is one reason you will regret not paying for Professional+ if you get Home Premium 64 as I did for Mac Pro early 2008.
Home Prem Task Mgr sees 4 processors vs. the 8 that are seen by Pro+.
Costs more than a Mac upgrade to Lion if you make that mistake.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Windows_7_editions

TS1424 has anyone not been able to get the installer to properly load and get a message like: This installer is intended for 32 bit versions of windows. Please download and install 64 bit iTuines installer instead? and even if you uninstall and reinstall

Has anyone not been able to get the iTunes installer to load properly and get a message like this: This iTunes installer is intended for 32 bit versions of windows. Please download and install 64 bit iTunes installer instead. I have tried repeatedly to get this to load, I have uninstalled iTunes completely and reinstalled and still get the same message. I have windows XP and a brand new ipod touch which I am trying to load.

Yes, it's come up a number of times. If you look to the right under "more like this", you'll find threads that may offer useful suggestions.
Regards.

Why does Bootcamp install 32-bit version of Windows 7?

Similar Messages

Maybe you are looking for