Windows 8.1 Bootcamp installation on MacBook Pro 5,5 (2009 i think)

Hi guys, i have a MacBookPro5,5 (and i think it's mid 2009) and i want to create a Win 8.1 64 bit partition. When i run Bootcamp (i have the version 1.0 i think) the program says: "Insert XP or Vista installation CD".. There's a way to install Windows 8.1 64 bit? Please help me, thanks so much

Hello there, Tonicost.
The following Knoweldge Base article offers up some great and practical information to properly setup Bootcamp on your MacBook:
Mac Basics: Using Windows on your Mac with Boot Camp
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1461
Thanks for reaching out to Apple Support Communities.
Cheers,
Pedro.

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