32 to 64 bit converter: Step-by-Step Guide

Windows conveniently switches between 32 and 64 bit mode when you install certain programs.
However, some users reported that their PCs were unable to switch modes when attempting to install certain programs.
In this article, we will explore some resolutions that may help you to resolve this pesky issue.

• Windows 10 users report the 32 to 64 bit converter not working error, so let’s explore solutions.
• You can fix this annoying issue by updating your system drivers, but make sure to use a reliable update tool.
• You should also try running the 32 to 64 bit converter program as an administrator.

Convert the 32 bit driver to 64 bit

1. Press the Windows key + R keyboard hotkey to open the Run dialog.
2. Enter devmgmt.msc in the Run dialog, and press the OK button.
   
3. Double-click the Non-Plug and Play Drivers option to expand it.
4. Right-click the driver you want to convert to 64 bit, and select the Update Driver option.
5. Select the Search Automatically for drivers option.
6. Click the Browse my computer for driver software option.
   
7. Click the Let me pick from a list of available drivers on my computer option.
8. Click the Have Disk button, and navigate to the directory where you extracted the 64 bit driver.
9. Click the Open button, and select the 64 bit driver.
10. Click the Next button.
    
11. Click the Finish button on the driver setup wizard.

Update the BIOS

1. Open the PC case and locate the BIOS chip.
2. Restart the system and press F2 or Delete during startup to enter the BIOS.
   
3. Find the BIOS update section (it’s a common setting) and select Yes on the prompt to restart.
4. Check if the problem is solved.

Change CPU speed

1. Right click Start and select Device Manager.
2. Expand the CPU section, right-click the CPU icon, and select Properties.
3. Select Change processor speed from the drop down list.
   
4. Select Maximum clock frequency from the drop down list.
5. Set Maximum processor state to Maximum performance/Balanced (depends on your processor speed).

Run SFC and DISM scans

1. Press Windows + S to open Search, type cmd, and right-click on Command prompt.
2. Click Run as administrator to start Command prompt with elevated permissions.
   
3. Enter sfc/scannow and press Enter.
4. If the scan detects any issues, it will automatically repair them.
5. Similarly, enter DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth and press Enter.

Install a new 64 bit driver

1. Start Device Manager, right-click on the problematic device, and click Update driver
2. Now, select Search automatically for drivers and click Next
3. Restart your computer