![]() ![]() You can also switch from 64-bit to 32-bit using the same process, but obviously using a 32-bit ISO. ![]() You will probably also need to reinstall VirtualBox Guest Additions if you use them. After you reach the desktop, Windows 10 should automatically check in with Microsoft and activate itself using the existing License (Digital Key).ĥ. You’ll have to skip two of these prompts in total. When you’re asked to insert a product key, skip the process and continue. Change the VM Template to 64-bit and boot into the installation process, making sure the VM starts from the installation ISO select “Custom install” on the options screen and choose to overwrite your current version of Windows - there should be an options to perform either a 'clean' installation and also one to keep existing user software and data. Download the appropriate 64-bit ISO image from Microsoft and attach the ISO to your VM as normal for a new installation.ģ. Make sure you have full Backups of your existing VM and all User data in case of problems.Ģ. Prior to Windows 10, 32-bit and 64-bit installations both did need a 'dedicated' Activation Keys, but this is not the case for Windows 10, as it's one Windows 10 licence per device.ġ.
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