If you are running a 32-bit version of Windows 7, you might be interested in upgrading to the 64-bit version. The 64-bit version of Windows 7 can take advantage of more than 4GB of RAM, allowing you to run more programs simultaneously. In this post, we will guide you through the process of upgrading your 32-bit Windows 7 operating system to 64-bit without losing any data.
First, you need a Windows 7 64-bit ISO file and a pen drive. Do not use third-party software to upgrade your operating system, as they can corrupt your data or crash your hard disk. Instead, you need a proper pen drive and ISO image.
Once you have the ISO file and pen drive, you need to make your pen drive bootable using Rufus software. Download Rufus from their official website and make your pen drive bootable by selecting the ISO image and partition scheme.
Next, restart your laptop and boot from your pen drive. Click on “I accept” and choose the second option “custom advanced”. Choose the same partition that contains your 32-bit operating system and click on “next”. Your files and folders will be moved to a folder named “Windows old”, which means there will be no data loss. Click on “OK” and the process will start. It will take around half an hour to complete the installation.
Once the installation is complete, fix the resolution and check the system properties. You will see that your Windows 7 Professional system type is now 64-bit. Your desktop data will be moved to the “Windows old” folder, but you can find it by going to the users folder, then the Windows 7 folder, and finally the desktop folder. All your data is safe, and you can see the other partition data as well.
In conclusion, upgrading from Windows 7 32-bit to 64-bit is easy and can be done without losing any data. Just make sure to follow the steps mentioned above and use proper software to avoid any data loss or hard disk crash.