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64 bit vista for htpc vs 32 bit

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Damainman

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Have 4 gigs memory for my build, any reason NOT to get Vista 64?

So far, e8400, wd 640 hd, xfx 8800gt, Adata 2x2 ddr2,Samsung burner,Logitech wireless keyboard/mouse. Need mb,os to complete htpc/part time gamer on big screen tv.
 
Originally posted by: sdifox
what are you going to do that needs 64bit? driver support is dire in 64 bit world.
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You don't always need a 64 bit driver. I have yet to run into a problem with a driver running in 32 bit compatibility mode.
 
Future-proof vs stability, and it MUST be stable as da wife gave me the "not another computer in the house" look when I started the htpc build. (Just wait till she finds out I have to disconnect the simple to use 5 disk dvd changer cause I don't have enough inputs on my av receiver. ; (
 
Originally posted by: sdifox
what are you going to do that needs 64bit? driver support is dire in 64 bit world.
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Where are you getting this idea? 64 bit Vista is just as well supported as its 32 bit version.

For a new build, with new parts, no reason not to get it.
 
64 Bit vista has plenty of driver support. I have been using it since the day Vista came out, because manufacturers actually tried to support it, unlike the mess and a half that was known as XPx64
 
If you are going to use Vista media center x64 then you will have to have 64bit codecs for a lot of video playback... there is a ffdshow 64bit version, but ymmv on how well it works.

I'm going to use 2GB ram and Vista 32bit for mine.
 
Originally posted by: s44
Originally posted by: sdifox
what are you going to do that needs 64bit? driver support is dire in 64 bit world.
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Where are you getting this idea? 64 bit Vista is just as well supported as its 32 bit version.

For a new build, with new parts, no reason not to get it.
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not so for things like ATSC tuner.
 
Unless you use particular tuner cards 64-bit Vista is a bit wonky for an HTPC. Might check The Green Button, they should have a list of tuners with solid drivers.
 
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