Can't install ACAD 2009 on Vista 64-bit

[nscherneck]

So i just got my new Sager which has Vista Ultimate 64-bit. Went to install AutoCAD 2009 and it told me that it cannot be installed on that OS. Hmmmm.

[dbroada]

there are different versions for 64 bit. I think you need to go back to your retailer.

[ReMark]

First. Check out AutoCAD 2009 System Requirements.

http://autodesk.blogs.com/between_th...d-2009-sy.html

[nscherneck]

So i assume that the installer i have is for 32-bit version? Is there any way to make it work for the 64-bit version?

[ReMark]

During the installation of AutoCAD 2009 you are presented with a screen listing the following choices:

-Read the Documentation

-Install the Products

-Create Deployments

-Install Tools & Utilities

I suggest you look under Read the Documentation and locate the following section:

Install AutoDesk products for an individual user.

Notice what is written under the following section:

System Requirements

It states:

"Before you install your product on a standalone computer, make sure your computer meets the standard minimum requirements.

Whether the Windows operating system is 32-bit or the 64-bit version is automatically detected when installing AutoCAD. The appropriate version of AutoCAD will be installed. The 32-bit version of Auto cannot be installed on a 64-bit version of Windows."

If you are using an installer disk then you must be installing multiple products. If this so?

[sgbsfl]

There is a workaround that allows you to install 32bit autocad on a 64 bit OS
Here's the link
http://discussion.autodesk.com/thread.jspa?threadID=562426