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TechCat

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    Wireless router change from 32-bit to 64-bit issue
    « on: April 22, 2010, 08:14:03 AM »
    I am considering purchasing a 64-bit computer system and using Win. 7 Ultimate 64-bit. Current system is 32-bit running Windows XP 32-bit.

    The wireless router -- 32-bit driver -- I have works perfectly with my DSL provider. Other later models of hardware I have tried do not, for some reason. So I am reluctant to change out the router. I've checked but the router manufacturer does not offer a 64-bit driver for it and the unit is not in production. But it is solid, dependable and I have descent speed from it.

    My question is this. If I keep my current 32-bit system running Windows XP 32-bit going and use it and its driver for the set up and securing of my wireless router, which is connected via a100Mbps Ethernet cable, and connect the 64-bit system running Win. 7 Ultimate 64-bit via one of the other available Ethernet ports on the same router, is it possible that this scenario would work, giving me DSL access for the 64-bit system? I appreciate any advice or alternate ideas regarding this.


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    Re: Wireless router change from 32-bit to 64-bit issue
    « Reply #1 on: April 22, 2010, 08:18:30 AM »
    Are you sure you actually need the driver for the router?
    Most routers use a setup utility that is on the router itself, drivers generally aren't needed.

    What's the make and model of the router?
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      Re: Wireless router change from 32-bit to 64-bit issue
      « Reply #2 on: April 22, 2010, 08:42:45 AM »
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      Re: Wireless router change from 32-bit to 64-bit issue
      « Reply #3 on: April 22, 2010, 09:13:18 AM »
      Okay, we have a manufacturer, now for the model number :)
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      Re: Wireless router change from 32-bit to 64-bit issue
      « Reply #4 on: April 23, 2010, 01:16:08 AM »
      Drivers are not needed for ANY ethernet or DSL router.
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