I have a device for which there are no 64 bit drivers (a USB connected scanner). I am replacing the 32 bit machine (Windows XP) to which it is attached with a 64 bit Windows 7 machine. Will it be possible to create a virtual 32 bit machine instance in the 64 bit environment to run that scanner?
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Yes you can install those drivers into a 32-bit OS running in a VM on a 64-bit host. The biggest concern is ensuring you use a VM solution that allows passing the (assumed) USB connection for the scanner.
Since you mention you are using Windows 7 you may (depending on your edition of Windows 7) be able to use the "XP Mode" VM setup supplied by Microsoft. It's existence is intended for these exact situations.
answered Jul 15 '11 at 15:24
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2This is exactly what I do . I have an old scanner that whoops the crap out of anything on the market. Got for cheap on Craigslist. However, no x64 drivers. XP mode to the rescue! – surfasb Jul 15 '11 at 19:16
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Thanks, surfasb - I love to hear users who report real experience instead of just giving the results of an intelligent google search. – bgmCoder Jun 21 '12 at 18:44
If you install 32-bit Windows XP, it will run as 32-bit
You can then add the scanner as a device on the XP machine.
Source: Here
answered Jul 15 '11 at 15:17
