installed XP 64bit, and now I'm screwed

Aerozord · 08-07-2010, 11:45 PM

Since I was reformatting, figured I'd move from 32bit to 64bit. Unfortunatly it turns out, ironically, many windows programs aren't compatible with it. Like MSN messenger and IE8, any suggestions?

Grimpond · 08-08-2010, 12:00 AM

Well, I'd suggest just dropping those two for some better stuff. Like firefox and yahoo.

Viridis · 08-08-2010, 12:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Aerozord

Since I was reformatting, figured I'd move from 32bit to 64bit. Unfortunatly it turns out, ironically, many windows programs aren't compatible with it. Like MSN messenger and IE8, any suggestions?

There's a compatibility mode, isn't there? Tell Windows to pretend, for those programs, that it's 32-bit.

bluestarultor · 08-08-2010, 01:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Viridis

There's a compatibility mode, isn't there? Tell Windows to pretend, for those programs, that it's 32-bit.

VVV

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Originally Posted by Grimpond

Well, I'd suggest just dropping those two for some better stuff. Like firefox and yahoo.

I think this is the better suggestion. Firefox is a helluva lot more secure and has plugins to make it even more so. And I'm pretty sure the first time you boot up YIM, it offers to import all your MSN contacts.

Grimpond · 08-08-2010, 01:20 AM

Oh yeah, I guess you could do C-Mode.

synkr0nized · 08-08-2010, 01:33 AM

Or, you know, get the correct version of the software if they make them.

Select XP 64-bit here for IE8. (here's the direct link to the installer)

Unfortunately for MSN Messenger [Windows Live messenger now] it does not have a 64-bit version for XP. This you can just use the compatibility mode on [right-click the program icon, head to properties, and then run it as a 32-bit program] or look for alternative clients that are compatible with your system.

I get the impression you have other programs that are in a similar boat. Head to their websites and look for x64 versions, run them in compatibility mode if there are none, or find alternative applications. In any case, you should be able to move forward and not regret your switch to 64-bit.

Aerozord · 08-08-2010, 03:36 AM

well windows media player is giving me trouble too. Not sure why, might be unrelated. If anyone knows of a good alternative, preferably one I dont have to download and install codecs for, I'd appreciate it.

For messenger, it wont even let me install the latest version. but I got yahoo to work so I'll just deal with compatibility issues if they come up. Main reason I use the different main ones is to avoid issues when I do stuff like data transfers, group chats, ect.

[edit] no idea if I did it right, but right now its not like I have a choice

bluestarultor · 08-08-2010, 03:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Aerozord

well windows media player is giving me trouble too. Not sure why, might be unrelated. If anyone knows of a good alternative, preferably one I dont have to download and install codecs for, I'd appreciate it.

For messenger, it wont even let me install the latest version. but I got yahoo to work so I'll just deal with compatibility issues if they come up. Main reason I use the different main ones is to avoid issues when I do stuff like data transfers, group chats, ect.

Download the K-Lite CODEC Pack. It comes with Media Player Classic and, well, gives you a ton of CODECs. They even have a set of 64-bit specific ones you can install after you get the 32-bit load.

akaSM · 08-08-2010, 04:43 AM

64bit OSes...I've been there, I went from 32bit WinXP to 64bit Vista (and Win7 now, Vista sucks IMO). I have a couple questions for you:

Do you have more than 2GB of RAM? 64 bit OSes are great with 4+, with 2GB or less you won't get any noticeable benefit

Do you really need a 64bit OS? Sometimes you'll get more trouble than it's worth, specially when trying to find 64bit drivers and programs

Why WinXP? The 32bit version is great but, the 64bit one isn't as supported, if you really want a 64bit OS, IMHO you should use Win7

You should analyze the benefits that you'll get from a 64bit OS, specially before you add stuff to your HD or install things, so making a backup of your files reformatting is easier.

Aerozord · 08-08-2010, 05:10 AM

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4gb RAM
probably not, but I was reformating anyways and I know my system can handle it. Never used it before.
I didn't buy this, way back in the day I bought XP and it came with a 32 and 64 bit versions. This is just the first time my hardware supported it.

I really dont want to reformat if I dont have to, I did it just yesturday and whole thing takes forever

08-07-2010, 11:45 PM	#1
Aerozord So we are clear Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Former murder capital of the world Posts: 13,824	installed XP 64bit, and now I'm screwed Since I was reformatting, figured I'd move from 32bit to 64bit. Unfortunatly it turns out, ironically, many windows programs aren't compatible with it. Like MSN messenger and IE8, any suggestions? __________________ "don't hate me for being a heterosexual white guy disparaging slacktivism, hate me for all those murders I've done."

08-08-2010, 01:33 AM	#6
synkr0nized synk-ism Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: throughout the Wired Posts: 6,857	+1 to the "you're fine, here's some advice" posts Or, you know, get the correct version of the software if they make them. Select XP 64-bit here for IE8. (here's the direct link to the installer) Unfortunately for MSN Messenger [Windows Live messenger now] it does not have a 64-bit version for XP. This you can just use the compatibility mode on [right-click the program icon, head to properties, and then run it as a 32-bit program] or look for alternative clients that are compatible with your system. I get the impression you have other programs that are in a similar boat. Head to their websites and look for x64 versions, run them in compatibility mode if there are none, or find alternative applications. In any case, you should be able to move forward and not regret your switch to 64-bit. __________________ Find love.

08-08-2010, 03:36 AM	#7
Aerozord So we are clear Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Former murder capital of the world Posts: 13,824	well windows media player is giving me trouble too. Not sure why, might be unrelated. If anyone knows of a good alternative, preferably one I dont have to download and install codecs for, I'd appreciate it. For messenger, it wont even let me install the latest version. but I got yahoo to work so I'll just deal with compatibility issues if they come up. Main reason I use the different main ones is to avoid issues when I do stuff like data transfers, group chats, ect. [edit] no idea if I did it right, but right now its not like I have a choice __________________ "don't hate me for being a heterosexual white guy disparaging slacktivism, hate me for all those murders I've done." Last edited by Aerozord; 08-08-2010 at 03:41 AM.

08-08-2010, 05:10 AM	#10
Aerozord So we are clear Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Former murder capital of the world Posts: 13,824	in order 4gb RAM probably not, but I was reformating anyways and I know my system can handle it. Never used it before. I didn't buy this, way back in the day I bought XP and it came with a 32 and 64 bit versions. This is just the first time my hardware supported it. I really dont want to reformat if I dont have to, I did it just yesturday and whole thing takes forever __________________ "don't hate me for being a heterosexual white guy disparaging slacktivism, hate me for all those murders I've done."