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My computer bluesecreens a LOT (3 times just today), has been nearly since I built it 5 years ago and I've gone through everything to fix it. Last thing I've noticed is that there have been a couple of updates to my motherboard firmware but when I try to install them I just get an error that they won't work with a 64 bit OS (Windows 7 64).

I thought about using a live CD running a 32 bit Windows just to install the update. Anyone have any thoughts on this? Any reason it might not be a good idea? I looked around and just at first glance saw one called Vista pe that looked pretty decent.

Sathyajith Bhat
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Chuzein Luchu
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  1. work out why it bluescreens - I like nirsoft's bluescreenview for this
  2. Run some tests - memtestx86+ would be a good strart.
  3. If you're doing a bios update, these are often done from dos - which might be easier.

I'll update my answer, but 1 and 2 are essential for finding out how to make your laptop more stable.

Journeyman Geek
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You could also find an installation CD and select upgrade, which then gives you the option to automatically install new updates in one of the pre-installation setup screens.

DiscoveryOV
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