Question about 2010 arch. x32

I purchased autocad 2010 architecture x32 about a year ago, My question refers to the x32. 3 months ago my computer crashed and I'm going to purchase a new one, do i have to get another 32 bit computer or can i get a 64 bit. Will the x32 work in the new 64 bit format?

You can load Arch 2010 32-bit on a computer running a 64-bit OS. I recommend that you consider purchasing Windows 7 Professional and not the Home Edition.

Note: The 64-bit versions of Windows will install 32-bit software in a folder named Program Files (x86) to keep it separate from the 64-bit programs which will be installed in the Program Files folder.

I have three versions of AutoCAD installed on my home computer (see computer details under my avatar): AutoCAD 2004, 2007 (both 32-bit) and AutoCAD 2010 (64-bit). My OS is Win7 Ultimate 64-bit.

So are you saying that i can run my 32 bit on a new 64 bit computer but it will just be stored in a folder named program files (x86)? I wonder what the x86 stand for?

If this is right i really appreciate the help.

If it's wrong you can come yell at me. OK?

Yes...you can run your 32-bit version of AutoCAD Architecture on a 64-bit computer.

Don't ask me why but a 32-bit system is often referred to as x86 (might stem from the old "386" computer days) and 64-bit computers as x64. The major difference between a 32-bit and 64-bit OS is that the latter can address more than 4GB of memory.

I wonder what the x86 stand for?

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/X86

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/X86

Instruction set architecture. I should have remembered that! It's been a while. Thanks Lee.

Thanks a lot to the both of you (ReMark & Lee Mac) yall have been very helpful. And since this is my first time to post with cadtutor i can promise it won't be my last one. So thanks again guys.

A first timer? Heck, I think we forgot to "haze" you. Oh well, too late now. LOL

You're entirely welcomed.

Glad you decided to join us. Hope you stick around. We can always use the help.

Welcome to the CADTutor forum by the way.

Now a question that I want to know just to satisfy me. (AutoCad 2010 vs. AutoCad 2010 Architecture) Is the 2010 Arch. version almost the same as AutoCad 2010 but with all of the Arch. bling? I had a friend come over and told me that he couldn't use 2010 Arch. because he does CNC work. Shouldn't he be able to use the Arch. version but just don't use the "architectural cool stuff"? I guess what I'm trying to say is you can do everything in architectural that you can do in the regular version of AutoCad 2010.

I believe the Architectural version of the software is built upon the AutoCAD platform thus making it a "vertical product" as AutoDesk defines it. This means one should be able to switch to generic AutoCAD perhaps via the Workspace settings? I'm not 100% positive but if you wait 30 minutes someone more knowledgeable than me will come along and answer your question with more assurance.

Got my head screwed on backwards today.

No need to wait. You and your friend should both read this.

http://www.articlesbase.com/software-articles/how-do-i-run-autocad-2010-architecture-or-aca-2010-as-regular-autocad-2010-902931.html

perhaps AutoCAD Architecture is different, but you cannot install 32 bit straight AutoCAD on a 64bit system, without monkeying around with the installation files, then based on my experience, I was not able to get Visual Lisp to run properly making it worthless. Perhaps you can contact your reseller and get the 64 bit version of AutoCAD Architecture, or perhaps your software medium came with both (most do). I do know that the serial number doesnt care if it is 32 or 64, as our office runs a mix.

Sure you can and I proved it not once but twice. Do I need to post a screen shot?

It's easier to do in the Pro and Ultimate versions that's all.

But you're right on one account, some, not all, DVDs contain both versions.

Microsoft clearly states on their website that all editions of Windows 7 support the 32-bit processor architecture and all editions except Starter support the 64-bit processor architecture.

Perhaps the version some people use does not support Windows XP mode right out of the box. This feature is available in both the Professional and Ultimate versions and is available as a separate download for those running Home Premium.

ReMark, can you please tell me how to put a quote at the bottom of my posts.

ReMark, can you please tell me how to put a quote at the bottom of my posts.

Are you talking about a signature?

You can't do that until you have reached the minimum 10 post requirement.

Read the terms of your membership here: http://www.cadtutor.net/forum/showthread.php?9177-Why-should-I-register

Sure you can and I proved it not once but twice. Do I need to post a screen shot?

 

It's easier to do in the Pro and Ultimate versions that's all.

 

But you're right on one account, some, not all, DVDs contain both versions.

Ok, I'm running Win7 Ultimate, and I seem to not have been able to do it successfully, could you possibly get me the instructions for 2011? we have third party app that just recently made their program 64 bit compatible, but it constantly crashes, their 32bit version is much more stable, but it wont run on 64 bit AutoCAD. It would be a big help.

Thanks,

A third party app? Which one?

A third party app? Which one?

Eagle Point

Sorry, you've caught me on my home renovation day so I only check in sporadically. Eagle Point. OK. That's sounds vaguely familiar. I need to do some research. Bear with me.