As I re-read your post, I noticed your question about Retail Windows 7 was actually for 32-bit.  This also should be no problem.  Almost all the drivers for the 1764, if you look at the Compatibility section of each download, is for both x86 and x64, so they will all work except for these:   Thank you theflash1932.  That was my question. This would apply to doing an Anytime Upgrade also, right?  I'm seeing if I can use that to go from Windows7 Home 64  to  Pro 32..     For drivers, I found the Windows 7 Pro 32bit driver for Intel GMA HD [URL]   The Intel Turbo Boost Technology applies to the i5 and i7 series  (I'm looking at the i3) [URL] (info about, didn't see a link for the drivers)   Conexant - yes, hopefully I won't be needing this.  If I did, downloading the driver for it would take too long :p
What are the specific distinctions between these terms?   Which contain only the OS itself (no virus or security programs or trials, etc)? Which would be needed in order to install a new hard drive in an Inspiron 1764, and install a clean OS?     And a related question..  Can retail Windows 7 32bit be installed on an Inspiron 1764?  Would the drivers from the dell support page apply?     Thank You
"Restore DVD" -- "Recovery DVD" -- "Operating System DVD" ... definitions?