Sage 200c VIP Release 5.1a - There is a 32-bit and 64-bit installer, which one should you install?

The Release 5.1a update has 2 versions of the update, a 32-bit and a 64-bit installer

On the Customer Zone, you will see the different versions: 

The terms 32-bit and 64-bit refer to the way a computer's processor (also called a CPU), handles information. The 64-bit version of Windows handles large amounts of random access memory (RAM) more effectively than a 32-bit system.

To find out if your computer is running a 32-bit or 64-bit version of Windows do the following:
  1. Right click on My Computer (Windows 7) / This PC (Windows 8 and 10), and select Properties
  2. Under System/System Type, you can view the system type.

We recommend that you download abd install the correct version based on the System Type of the computer/server where you are installing the update.

Take note:

  • You can install the 32-bit version on a 64-bit operating system.
  • However, if you install the 64-bit application on a 32-bit operating system, the Compatibility Check will fail and stop the installation.