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Boot Camp Now Supports Vista SP1 64-BIT on Macbook Pro!

I didn't have any trouble with my Vista installation on my MBP. In fact, it went smoother than installing XP on my wife's MacBook. Simply follow the BootCamp instructions and you should do fine. (But, I think I'd wait until after finals - just in case.)

Since you've got the 4GB of RAM, you'll really do better with Vista since it will address all 4GB of RAM (instead of 3.3GB). Also, if you go ahead and move to the 2009 AutoCAD version (get the student copy) then a 64-bit version of Vista will recognize the software as native 64-bit code and allow the program to access more RAM. (32-bit Windows only allows a single program to address 2GB of RAM.)

Feel free to PM if you've got more questions or need a more detailed response.
 
hi

if you need to recover, do this. i just went through what you just described in terms of partitions messing my HD.

make sure that you have a recent backup on Time Machine on your time capsule.

Turn on your mac
insert MACOSX Leopard CD
press C
wait for screens to open
select language
wait for screens to load
STOP - don't follow any more instructions and LOOK at top of screen. menu is there. go to utilities menu, go to recovery from time machine at bottom of opened menu, select recover system from Time Machine on your time capsule.

it worked fine. plenty of other threaders have similar experience. No problem...

Best,
j
 
kwfl said:
you dont need that (and you cant), the drivers are already in the leopard restore discs.
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Erm... I must be missing something.
On my leopard DVD there are only drivers for the 32bit version.
Where are the 64bit version your referring to? Don't we have to download them from somewhere?
I believe bootcamp 2.0.1 isn't actually on general release from apple.com, kinda be nice if they were.. Do you have a link?
 
Yes Vista 64-bit is a lot more stable and a bit faster, but the drawbacks are required signed drivers; before SP1 you could use unsigned drivers, but Microsoft disabled that option.

As it messing up OS X, well yes it will mess up OS if you install on the first partition that's listed when you first install Windows! (The OS X partition).

If you want to install 64-bit you will need the 64-bit DVD. It doesn't matter what key you're using. I have Ultimate and Basic with Aero disabled. Looks the same to me!
 
UltraNEO* said:
Erm... I must be missing something.
On my leopard DVD there are only drivers for the 32bit version.
Where are the 64bit version your referring to? Don't we have to download them from somewhere?
I believe bootcamp 2.0.1 isn't actually on general release from apple.com, kinda be nice if they were.. Do you have a link?
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http://www.apple.com/support/bootcamp/

Look at the right side of the page in 'Software Updates'
 
The Flashing Fi said:
Because Vista is a perfectly fine OS. I guess it's the same reason why some people want to stick with Tiger where everything is more flexible and more compatible than using Leopard. If you don't like Vista, don't buy it. I know this is an Apple forum, but don't you think trolling is a little childish?:rolleyes:
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Vista uses more system resources for itself than XP ever did. If you just keep a Windows partition for gaming, unless you absolutely can't live w/o DirectX 10, XP is a better option.

I might have considered Vista if I had 4 Gb on my MBP. With only 2 Gb, it's XP all the way.

Btw, has anyone tried running Vista through VMware Fusion? Is the performance acceptable?
 
Old-ish Games on Windows Vista Ultimate 64-Bit SP1

Is it possible to play games like Simcity 4 or EA's Lord of The Rings on Vista Ultimate 64-Bit SP1?

I'm a bit worried about compatibility here since the only reason I bought Vista was to play games!

Cheers :)
 
illest-one said:
where can i check if its C2D? i am fairly new to mac
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I hope these screenshots help:
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If it's Core 2 Duo it's 64-bit compatible

wildlywicked said:
Is it possible to play games like Simcity 4 or EA's Lord of The Rings on Vista Ultimate 64-Bit SP1?

I'm a bit worried about compatibility here since the only reason I bought Vista was to play games!

Cheers :)
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If it runs on 32-bit Vista it should run with 64-bit Vista. The only concerns are mostly older hardware with lack of drivers.
 
Even though this is advertised as 'system builders', would that version work for running Autocad 2008 or Autocad 2009 64-bit? I've seen info for the 64-bit version that say to buy Vista 32-bit then contact Windows and pay $10 for an upgrade to 64-bit. $100 compared to $240 is a big difference.

Could someone clarify this and\or link me to the cheapest Vista 64-bit Home Premium available? All these variations of the OS can be confusing. Thanks
 
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Hey I was wondering if anyone could offer me some recommendations. I am going to switch this year from PC to Mac for college.

I am looking to Purchase the MBP, 4gb ram, 200gb hd at 7200rpm...
now my main question...

I am also purchasing VMware Fusion and Windows Vista Ultimate......

Should I install Vista Ultimate under my boot camp partition then point VMware to the partition?
or should I do a clean install with VMware? I would want to sometimes run windows alone to get Max. Power using windows. But having the virtulization software is a necessity.
 
I have a powerful gaming PC I built with a dual boot. XP Pro and Vista Ultimate. Vista is a boat anchor! I wouldnt put Vista on a MBP is my life depended on it. I plan on installing XP Pro as soon as I get my 7K 320 gig drive in just do have the ability to do some windows based things.
 
Is there anyway you can install Vista 64 on a SR Macbook Pro? ...Considering the Leopard disc I have obviously lacks the proper drivers.
 
alphaod said:
http://www.apple.com/support/bootcamp/

Look at the right side of the page in 'Software Updates'
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Thanks, I already downloaded it, tried to execute and extraction without success. Instead I get a error telling me there's something missing.

About Boot Camp Update 2.1 for Windows Vista 64
Leopard is the world’s most advanced operating system. So advanced, it even lets you run Windows if there’s a PC application you need to use. Just get a copy of Windows and start up Boot Camp, now included with Leopard. Setup is simple and straightforward — just as you’d expect with a Mac.

What’s New in this Version
This update addresses issues and improves compatibility with Microsoft Windows XP and Microsoft Windows Vista running on a Mac computer using Boot Camp. It is highly recommended for all Boot Camp users.

For more information, please visit this website: http://www.apple.com/support/bootcamp/

Source: http://www.apple.com/support/downloads/bootcampupdate21forwindowsvista64.html
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Reading the text on Apple's site, I get the distinct impression it used as a upgrade, what happens if a user wishes to installing Vista64 directly, without an upgrade?

In the end, this patch from Apple didn't work for me. I couldn't get the files to install or extract, Vista kept giving me an error. Instead I found Bootcamp 2.0.1 as a torrent on some site but it doesn't contain nVida drivers for the MBP....

After all that, I can't use the English version of Vista64 with my keitai or various bits of Japanese hardware! Vista64 has to be an local Windowsの日本版 and not the English version... What a pain! :rolleyes:
 
midievil said:
Is there anyway you can install Vista 64 on a SR Macbook Pro? ...Considering the Leopard disc I have obviously lacks the proper drivers.
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Officially....no. Find the drivers online (check the torrent websites) for Boot Camp. It should work. Just don't call Apple complaining if your MBP melts in anger at putting Vista on it :p
 
kingfish78 said:
TSE said:
So which Version of Home Premium should I get for my MBP over Boot Camp? 64-bit or 32-bit?[/QUOTE



The same answer applies to both... If you're running a MacBook Pro, I would highly recommend the 64-bit Windows Vista Home Premium for your BootCamp Partition. The 64-bit version seems a little more stable, runs nearly all 32-bit apps and addresses more RAM. For folks doing CAD work (whether 3D or not, the additional RAM will be a major benefit. Also, AutoCAD 2009 features native support for 64-bit Vista.

The drivers for installing 64-bit Vista are included on the MacOS install disc for early-2008 and later MacBook Pros.

As an architect, I can assure you of the stability of AutoCAD on 64-bit Vista running on a MBP 17" 2.6 C2D.
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AWSOME!!! I have been hoping for 64-bit support for awhile now since AutoCAD 2009 is sucking in the 32-bit enviroment - Looks like I know what I will be doing this weekend!!!!!
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UltraNEO* said:
Thanks, I already downloaded it, tried to execute and extraction without success. Instead I get a error telling me there's something missing.



Reading the text on Apple's site, I get the distinct impression it used as a upgrade, what happens if a user wishes to installing Vista64 directly, without an upgrade?

In the end, this patch from Apple didn't work for me. I couldn't get the files to install or extract, Vista kept giving me an error. Instead I found Bootcamp 2.0.1 as a torrent on some site but it doesn't contain nVida drivers for the MBP....

After all that, I can't use the English version of Vista64 with my keitai or various bits of Japanese hardware! Vista64 has to be an local Windowsの日本版 and not the English version... What a pain! :rolleyes:
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I think you have to install the drivers from the Leopard disc and then install the updated ones; that's what I did and it works.

As with Japanese support, I know Ultimate supports it even in English Vista.
 
Autocad 64bits and error license using boot camp

kingfish78 said:
I didn't have any trouble with my Vista installation on my MBP. In fact, it went smoother than installing XP on my wife's MacBook. Simply follow the BootCamp instructions and you should do fine. (But, I think I'd wait until after finals - just in case.)

Since you've got the 4GB of RAM, you'll really do better with Vista since it will address all 4GB of RAM (instead of 3.3GB). Also, if you go ahead and move to the 2009 AutoCAD version (get the student copy) then a 64-bit version of Vista will recognize the software as native 64-bit code and allow the program to access more RAM. (32-bit Windows only allows a single program to address 2GB of RAM.)

Feel free to PM if you've got more questions or need a more detailed response.
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Dear KingFish78,

As an active user of Autocad 2008, i am wondering if you are experiencing license errors with Vista x64 and Autocad x64 ? It is just that the whole experience can turn to be very painful if you need to re-activate the product all the time !?

Thank you very much for your answer,

I
 
After reding about how great Vista 64 bit was and telling myself no I don't need it. I went out a got the OEM version 64 bit ultmate sp1 after 2 day I realized how much better XP is. I see no advantage to Vista for me at all. Luckily I did not activate or register it but ebay won't let me sell it because it is a OEM. Is there any other places to list it?
 
dimme said:
After reding about how great Vista 64 bit was and telling myself no I don't need it. I went out a got the OEM version 64 bit ultmate sp1 after 2 day I realized how much better XP is. I see no advantage to Vista for me at all. Luckily I did not activate or register it but ebay won't let me sell it because it is a OEM. Is there any other places to list it?
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It depends on every user. To me, if you have 3+ GB of Ram, go with Vista 64 bit. XP's 64 bit was a disaster and using 32 bit XP with a system higher then 3GB ram is kind of a waste imo. There's no problem with running regular XP with a system having 4,5,6 or whatever ram you have.
 
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