SOLVED Windows 7 64 bit back to 32 bit

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I have both versions of windows 7 64 and 32. I have installed the 64 bit version and now what to go to the 32 bit version. Will I have to reformat my disc and reinstall windows 7 32 bit. Also will my same same activision key work as long as I only use one version?
 
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Hi Schus - Welcome to w7forums

Schus said:
Will I have to reformat my disc and reinstall windows 7 32 bit.
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Yes, A clean install is required when changing bit versions. It is possible to install without formating but not advisable. Doing so will move the existing operating system to a Windows.old folder before performing the clean install.

Schus said:
Also will my same activision key work as long as I only use one version?
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Yes, the key will work with both versions.
 
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