windows vista 32 bit?

[Dieb11]

Quick question, and im sure quite stupid... In my rig setup I included the following windows vista:
Microsoft Windows Vista 32-Bit Home Premium for System Builders Single Pack DVD
http://www.newegg.com/product/...p?item=N82E16832116202

I got scared when seeing that it said 32 bit. I plan on building this system so that I can play games like crisys using dx10. dont you need a 64 os to run dx10? I thought all vista was 64?

 

[Twsmit]

Vista is available in both 32 and 64 bit. DX10 is included in both so there is no reason to worry. For most people the differences come down to compatibility and future use. The 32bit is more compatible with XP drivers for old hardware like printers because it can run unsigned drivers, and has a better chance of running older software. The 64bit allows you to have more than ~3.5GB of ram and will become important in the next 1-2 years as people transition from 2GB ram to 4GB.

I would personally opt for the 64bit version because I personally know I will keep my OS disk for 4 or 5 years as I upgrade hardware, but in your case if you have old scanners, printers or some specific non 64bit compatible software you might want to stick with 32bit and buy 64bit when the time is appropriate. Either way you will be fine for now.

 

[Dieb11]

Thanks! I guess ill take the jump to 64 bit. I need to buy a new printer anyways. Thanks again for the clarification.