RE: windows 64bit
 

And how are you starting the 64-bit setup program? Does the CD auto-run when you place the disc in the drive? Or are you starting it manually?

RE: windows 64bit
 

the cd does not play auto. i have to got to my pc and try to run it there but i get the msg that i posted.

RE: windows 64bit
 

Can you post a screenshot of the error (and your entire screen)?

RE: windows 64bit
 

And where'd you get this copy of Windows XP 64-bit?

RE: windows 64bit
 

its not a copy, i got it from microsoft. i ordered it. let me see if i can get a SS here

RE: windows 64bit
 

here it is..

RE: windows 64bit
 

That's what I meant...when I say "copy" I mean like a copy of a book...not in the sense that you copied another cd.

RE: windows 64bit
 

Did you look at the readme file to ensure you got the version you ordered?

RE: windows 64bit
 

On a side note...is your BIOS configured to handle 4GB+ of memory? Although many motherboards support 4GB or more, it make not have the feature enabled by default.

RE: windows 64bit
 

XP 32bit supports up to 4GB Like asdfbrendan said, your bios may not be set to read 4gb's of ram. and IMO 64bit operating systems are pointless, cause you probably wont be able to use half the programs you have right now.