Upgrading from 32-bit to 64-bit on Windows 10: A Step-by-Step Guide

Are you looking to upgrade your Windows 10 installation from a 32-bit to a 64-bit version? If so, this guide will walk you through the process of upgrading your operating system.

First things first, it's important to note that you cannot perform an in-place upgrade. This means that you will need to delete your previous setup and perform a clean installation in order to change architectures.

To start, you'll need to download the Microsoft Media Creation Tool and connect a USB flash drive of at least 8GB of space to your computer. Once you've done this, follow these steps:

1. Open the Microsoft download page and click the 'Download Now' button under the 'Create Windows 10 installation media' section.

2. Use the Media Creation Tool to create a USB bootable media.

After completing these steps, you'll be able to upgrade your Windows 10 installation from 32-bit to 64-bit. It's important to note that you can check the device manufacturer support website to confirm that the components have drivers for the 64-bit architecture.

Additionally, if the computer has a relatively new hardware and you're looking to install the 64-bit version of Windows 10, there is a good chance that you will find 64-bit versions of the drivers. You can use the 'Coreinfo' tool to check the processor compatibility ahead of time.

It's also recommended to check whether other components (such as graphics and sound cards) are compatible with the 64-bit version of Windows 10. After completing these steps, if the tool confirms that the features are available, you can upgrade to the 64-bit version of Windows 10.

Win 10 64 bit Product Key

Before upgrading your Windows 10 installation from 32-bit to 64-bit, make sure you have a valid product key for the 64-bit version. If you need help finding your Windows 10 product key, refer to our previous article on how to find your Windows 10 product key.

By following these steps and ensuring that your computer's hardware is compatible with the 64-bit version of Windows 10, you'll be able to successfully upgrade your installation and take advantage of the benefits that come with running a 64-bit operating system.

Win 10 64 bit product key