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Hi folks, Windows Vista 32bit as guest (VM) Fedora12 64bit as host Virtualization software - KVM Can 32bit Windows Vista be installed and run on this box? TIA B.R. satimis...
  1. 01-25-2010 #1
    satimis
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    Can 32bit guest run on 64bit host?

    Hi folks,

    Windows Vista 32bit as guest (VM)
    Fedora12 64bit as host
    Virtualization software - KVM

    Can 32bit Windows Vista be installed and run on this box? TIA

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    Yes, you can certainly run a virtual 32-bit OS on a 64-bit host. Depending on your CPU capabilities you can also run a 64-bit guest on a 64-bit host.
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  3. 01-25-2010 #3
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    Wow - it's *RIGHT THERE* in the KVM FAQ and the first hit on Google.

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