Had the same problem.  Now fixed.  Go to Start, then Programs.  Look for Internet explorer.  You should have two options.  Click on the one that doesn't say 64.  That should enable your 32 bit browser.  Then go to Adobe and download Flash.  Worked for me.  I also pulled the Explorer icon to my desktop for easy use.
I just got a studio 17 laptop and i finally got wireless but i can't watch videos (youtube etc) b/c i need to install the adobe flash player...only problem is; it says it doesn't support 64-bit & i have to change it to 32-bit....when i checked to switch it under control panel>personalization>display settings, i did have 32-bit but its still not working!! its driving me crazyyy!!!! help anyone?
HOW CAN I INSTALL ADOBE FLASH PLAYER???