NigelShaw
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32 bit vs 64 bit

Tue Aug 16, 2022 3:30 am

Hey

So making a 32-bit package is easy enough, the option is right there but what a bout 64-bit? Which option should be used for a general 64-bit install? The options are

ARM64 package
64-bit package for x64 processors(AMD64, EM64T)
64-bit package for Intel64 (Itanium) processor
Mixed 32/64-bit matching the platform

I need my files to be placed in a specific location and in my case, we only have 64-bit machines but we have a wide range of different processors so i need a fits all solution

Thanks

Liviu
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Re: 32 bit vs 64 bit

Tue Aug 16, 2022 7:06 am

Hello,

As you can see, our "64-bit package" option includes also EM64T. Intel has released their “64-bit technology” in order to compete with AMD’s 64-bit technology. This technology, is officially called EM64T (Extended Memory 64 Technology).

EM64T (Extended Memory 64 Technology), now known more commonly as Intel 64 or the x64, is a 64 bit superset/extensions that central processing units (CPUs) process. It is widely used in Intel’s processors.

For more details, please refer to the below links:

1. Information about Intel® Extended Memory 64 Technology

2. Intel EM64T Technology Explained


For 64-bit packages please use the "64-bit package for x64 processors (AMD64, EM64T)" option.

Hope this helps! If you have any other questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

Best regards,
Liviu
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