Vista 64-bit Compatibility

[Guest BKGrch]

I'm in the market for a new computer and was wondering about Vista 64-bit's

compatibility with programs, hardware, etc.

 

I'm an architecture student running AutoCAD, Rhino, Maya, Adobe CS3. Are

these compatible with Vista 64-bit?

 

I've heard that Vista 64-bit is a faster, more powerful OS than what I've

been using (XP Pro) but I don't want to switch if 64-bit compatibility is

still in its infancy (at least for the applications I'm using).

 

I've read many threads on this subject, but am apologetically still unsure

(it's a lot of money for a grad student to invest in, and many discussions on

this subject are relatively old).

 

Thank you for any answers/suggestions/advice. I appreciate everyone's help.

[Guest Jeff Gaines]

Re: Vista 64-bit Compatibility

 

On 21/05/2008 in message

<6A947D4B-19A6-407D-AB4D-29AC391E0CF3@microsoft.com> BKGrch wrote:

>I'm an architecture student running AutoCAD, Rhino, Maya, Adobe CS3. Are

>these compatible with Vista 64-bit?

 

You should check with the s/w company if they make 64 bit versions or if

their 32 bit versions will run on Vista 64 (most should but it's worth

checking as some don't).

>I've heard that Vista 64-bit is a faster, more powerful OS than what I've

>been using (XP Pro) but I don't want to switch if 64-bit compatibility is

>still in its infancy (at least for the applications I'm using).

 

I don't know where you heard that - Vista is not faster than XP by any

means, probably the opposite is true. The key is to ensure that Vista 64

drivers exist for your hardware, that gets you off the ground.

 

I run XP x64 because I have 8GB RAM on my PC and XP (32) would only

recognise about 3.5GB of it. Apart from that I have sen no advantage to 64

bit over 32 bit - except it's a bit sexy to run a 64 bit OS :-)

 

--

Jeff Gaines

Damerham Hampshire UK

[Guest Charlie Russel - MVP]

Re: Vista 64-bit Compatibility

 

You should discuss compatibility with your specific vendors. Certainly, CAD

and other large graphics programs can benefit from the ability to use more

memory that 64-bit brings. I don't know if any of the programs you listed

have specific 64-bit versions - if they do, they're likely a good deal more

powerful than the 32-bit versions on large drawings, especially with 3D and

shading. But even the 32-bit ones could benefit, as long as they're

compatible - but only the vendor knows for sure.

 

--

Charlie.

http://msmvps.com/xperts64

http://mvp.support.microsoft.com/profile/charlie.russel

 

 

"BKGrch" <BKGrch@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message

news:6A947D4B-19A6-407D-AB4D-29AC391E0CF3@microsoft.com...

> I'm in the market for a new computer and was wondering about Vista

> 64-bit's

> compatibility with programs, hardware, etc.

>

> I'm an architecture student running AutoCAD, Rhino, Maya, Adobe CS3. Are

> these compatible with Vista 64-bit?

>

> I've heard that Vista 64-bit is a faster, more powerful OS than what I've

> been using (XP Pro) but I don't want to switch if 64-bit compatibility is

> still in its infancy (at least for the applications I'm using).

>

> I've read many threads on this subject, but am apologetically still unsure

> (it's a lot of money for a grad student to invest in, and many discussions

> on

> this subject are relatively old).

>

> Thank you for any answers/suggestions/advice. I appreciate everyone's

> help.

[Guest Dominic Payer]

Re: Vista 64-bit Compatibility

 

AutoCAD 2008 will have a native 64-bit version

http://through-the-interface.typepad.com/through_the_interface/2007/02/autocad_2008_64.html

 

Maya 2008 has a 64-bit version supported on 64 bit Vista Business

http://usa.autodesk.com/adsk/servlet/index?siteID=123112&id=7639522

 

Rhino v5 has a 64-bit version in development

http://forums.cgsociety.org/archive/index.php/t-565274.html

 

There is a 64-bit Adobe CS4 in beta, Windows only, release expected later

this year. http://blogs.adobe.com/jnack/2008/04/photoshop_lr_64.html

 

Vista generally is somewhat slower than XP as it does more self-checking and

maintenance, but not noticeably so practice if you have enough RAM.

 

As a student, you can buy the academic versions of many applications at a

considerable discount.

 

 

 

"BKGrch" <BKGrch@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message

news:6A947D4B-19A6-407D-AB4D-29AC391E0CF3@microsoft.com...

> I'm in the market for a new computer and was wondering about Vista

> 64-bit's

> compatibility with programs, hardware, etc.

>

> I'm an architecture student running AutoCAD, Rhino, Maya, Adobe CS3. Are

> these compatible with Vista 64-bit?

>

> I've heard that Vista 64-bit is a faster, more powerful OS than what I've

> been using (XP Pro) but I don't want to switch if 64-bit compatibility is

> still in its infancy (at least for the applications I'm using).

>

> I've read many threads on this subject, but am apologetically still unsure

> (it's a lot of money for a grad student to invest in, and many discussions

> on

> this subject are relatively old).

>

> Thank you for any answers/suggestions/advice. I appreciate everyone's

> help.

[Guest Tom Ferguson]

Re: Vista 64-bit Compatibility

 

Yes, possibly, yes, probably not recommended. Contact them to be sure.

 

AutoCad

http://usa.autodesk.com/adsk/servlet/ps/item?siteID=123112&id=9722116&linkID=9240617

 

==========

Rhino

http://en.wiki.mcneel.com/default.aspx/McNeel/RhinoOnVista.html

Vista 64 is not mentioned. Requires Open GL support. XP runs it faster

especially with large models.

 

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Maya

The 64-bit version of Maya 2008 software is supported on any of the

following operating systems:

 

Microsoft Windows Vista Business

Microsoft Windows XP x64 Edition (SP1 or higher)

Red Hat Enterprise Linux 4.0 WS (U5)

Fedora Core 5

 

==========

Adobe CS3

 

Windows

Intel® Pentium® 4, Intel Centrino®, Intel Xeon®, or Intel Core™ Duo (or

compatible) processor

Microsoft® Windows® XP with Service Pack 2 or Windows Vista™ Home Premium,

Business, Ultimate, or Enterprise (certified for 32-bit editions)

1GB of RAM

5GB of available hard-disk space (additional free space required during

installation)

1,024x768 monitor resolution with 16-bit video card

DVD-ROM drive

QuickTime 7.1.2 software required for multimedia features

Some 3D features in Adobe Photoshop® CS3 Extended require a Microsoft

DirectX 9 capable graphics card with at least 64MB of VRAM

Internet or phone connection required for product activation

Broadband Internet connection required for Adobe Stock Photos* and other

services

--

 

Tom

MSMVP 1998-2007

 

 

 

"BKGrch" <BKGrch@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message

news:6A947D4B-19A6-407D-AB4D-29AC391E0CF3@microsoft.com...

> I'm in the market for a new computer and was wondering about Vista

> 64-bit's

> compatibility with programs, hardware, etc.

>

> I'm an architecture student running AutoCAD, Rhino, Maya, Adobe CS3. Are

> these compatible with Vista 64-bit?

>

> I've heard that Vista 64-bit is a faster, more powerful OS than what I've

> been using (XP Pro) but I don't want to switch if 64-bit compatibility is

> still in its infancy (at least for the applications I'm using).

>

> I've read many threads on this subject, but am apologetically still unsure

> (it's a lot of money for a grad student to invest in, and many discussions

> on

> this subject are relatively old).

>

> Thank you for any answers/suggestions/advice. I appreciate everyone's

> help.

[Guest BKGrch]

RE: Vista 64-bit Compatibility

 

Thank you everyone for the very quick responses. It seems there are still

glitches in running the 32-bit versions on a 64-bit OS and/or the development

of 64-bit versions/drivers are still young. I appreciate the help, links,

and research.

 

Keep the advice coming.

 

"BKGrch" wrote:

> I'm in the market for a new computer and was wondering about Vista 64-bit's

> compatibility with programs, hardware, etc.

>

> I'm an architecture student running AutoCAD, Rhino, Maya, Adobe CS3. Are

> these compatible with Vista 64-bit?

>

> I've heard that Vista 64-bit is a faster, more powerful OS than what I've

> been using (XP Pro) but I don't want to switch if 64-bit compatibility is

> still in its infancy (at least for the applications I'm using).

>

> I've read many threads on this subject, but am apologetically still unsure

> (it's a lot of money for a grad student to invest in, and many discussions on

> this subject are relatively old).

>

> Thank you for any answers/suggestions/advice. I appreciate everyone's help.

[Guest Jim]

Re: Vista 64-bit Compatibility

 

On May 21, 4:52 pm, BKGrch <BKG...@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote:

> Thank you everyone for the very quick responses.  It seems there are still

> glitches in running the 32-bit versions on a 64-bit OS and/or the development

> of 64-bit versions/drivers are still young.  I appreciate the help, links,

> and research.

>

> Keep the advice coming.

 

I posted this in another, more specific, thread; which you may, or may

not have been following.

 

I too am sympathetic, but no hopeful. I have Adobe Creative Suite 3

Web Premiere on my Vista 64-bit system. Adobe update will not update

Illustrator properly. Fortunately, the other programs, which are the

ones I need, update properly. I called Adobe and they said that they

do *not* guarantee 64-bit compatibility. Adobe told me to post my

concerns to the Users Forums. I haven't bothered yet.

 

From what you found out above, it *does* sound as if Adobe *is*

addressing the problem, which is news to me. I am pleased that they

have the foresight to support 64-bit operating systems, as they

clearly represent the future. However, this means buying another

expensive upgrade for me. It's always the *next* version that has the

feature you really wanted. <g>

 

 

Jim