Windows Vista Ultimate x64 problem

[J-Man]

Ok so I have Windows Vista Ultimate x64 and it looked like it all installed but then before it actually gets onto Windows, I see the little underscore flashing then it should boot on but a black page comes up saying something about go to a previous version of Windows which will be XP Pro or Roll Back or some sort and at the bottom it says something about a diagnosis memory test which I don't need to look at. I don't get why it can't get on. Look at my specifications.

[J-Man]

Boom? :P

[rampage]

u broked your new toy ... ... ... (soz i cant be any help)

[von kain]

it is a pirated edition right?

[J-Man]

Yes. Comments said it works fine though when I got it.

[GJSNeptune]

....

[Dippyskoodlez]

Yes. Comments said it works fine though when I got it.

Its probably broken.


READ: Piracy will not be helped here. ;)

All TPU pirates are responsible for their own ships.

xD

http://img.techpowerup.org/070628/pirate%20treasure.jpg

[zekrahminator]

http://www.forumspile.com/Goggles-Static_Hair.jpg

TPU does not advocate piracy. Go to the local Best Buy, and buy yourself a legitimate version of Windows Vista Ultimate x64. If you're cheap, get the OEM copy off of TigerDirect.com or Newegg.com .

Otherwise, you're screwed :).

[GJSNeptune]

Just don't pirate. Especially an OS. Microsoft actually has the money and fervor to take action. ;)

[J-Man]

Damnz. lol

[J-Man]

Will buying the x32 or x64 be ok? Home Premium or Ultimate?

Are x32 and x64 basically the same?

[zekrahminator]

I'd go with x32 Home Premium, as it will be the most compatible with...everything. It should cost you $240 at Best Buy, and $120 at Newegg/Tiger Direct.

And when you do get Vista...don't forget to turn off U.A.C. (or else you'll be wishing you hadn't paid for Vista ;)).

[Dippyskoodlez]

You'll need Business or greater to run it in a virtual machine (if thats your thing :p )

[J-Man]

The user controls?

I don't mean to download it, just did though to test it but obviously don't work. I might buy Home Premium. Definitely not Basic.

[Dippyskoodlez]

The user controls?

User access control.

[J-Man]

What's the difference between OEM and retail?

I'm going to purchase Home Premium off here:

http://www.ebuyer.com/UK/store/6/cat/System-Builder-Software-(OEM)

[GJSNeptune]

Retail = Microsoft support, license not bound to hardware
OEM = Cheaper with no Microsoft support, license bound to hardware

[Wile E]

it is a pirated edition right?
Speaking from experience? :roll:

[Ehstii]

Yes. Comments said it works fine though when I got it.

people lie.

PM me?