6.9 FAQ-10 How can I change 64bit Origin to 32bit Origin?

Last Update: 4/26/2020

As of Origin 2020, OriginLab only offers 64-bit versions of Origin and OriginPro. The following information is provided for users of versions 2019b and earlier.

For users of Origin 2020 and later, if you need to install on 32-bit, please contact us to request link for 2019b.

If you have installed 64-bit Origin but need to run 32-bit Origin for certain operations, you can change your installed Origin into the 32-bit application as follows:

  1. Close Origin(Pro) if it is open.
  2. If you are using Windows 7 and Vista,
    • Click the Windows Start button and select Programs | OriginLab Origin(Pro) | Repair or Uninstall Origin(Pro). This starts the InstallShield wizard.
    If you are using Windows 8,
    • Press the Windows key on your keyboard.
    • Right-click in a blank area of the desktop.
    • Click the All Apps button at the bottom right corner of the desktop.
    • Select Repair or Uninstall Origin(Pro) that displays on the desktop. This starts the InstallShield wizard.
    If you are using Windows 10,
    • Click the Windows Start button and select All apps | OriginLab Origin(Pro) | Repair or Uninstall Origin(Pro). This starts the InstallShield wizard.
  3. Select the Modify/Change option and click Next.
  4. Click "Yes" when asked if you would like to change your serial number.
  5. The Customer Information page appears with Serial Number filled. Click Next.
  6. On the Choose 32 bit, 64 bit, or both page, choose 32 bit Origin or Both 32 bit and 64 bit Origin. If Both 32 bit and 64 bit Origin is selected, you will have two Origin program icons (32 and 64 bit, respectively) in the Start|Programs | OriginLab menu.
  7. Click Next and complete the Modify process. Click Finish when done.

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