Am I using a 32-bit or 64-bit operating system?

How to identify if you're using a 32-bit or 64-bit operating system to install Sage 50 Accounts.

 NOTE: This guidance is for supported Microsoft Operating Systems. You can find more information for older systems on the support.microsoft site.  

In v30.0 of Sage 50 Accounts, we've moved to a 64-bit version of the application, which has numerous benefits. For more information on this, see our Sage 50 Accounts v30 - 64-bit article.

How do I check if I'm 32-bit or 64-bit?

It's quick and easy to check which version you're running. 

 TIP: Windows 11 is only compatible with 64-bit systems. You can be confident you’re using a 64-bit system without needing to check.

1. Click Start then click Settings.
2. Click System. then click the About option in the left-hand navigation bar.
3. Check the Device Specifications section for the System type:
   
   In this example, the system is a 64-bit operating system.

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What's next?

Now that you know which version you've got, you can download and install your Sage software. 

• Install Sage 50 Accounts