Hey Otis!
Months ago i tryed to have a server on windows 7 64 bit i did it even if i got a lot of errors.
The only problem was i could run it in public only in local.
2 days ago i decided to have another server to have fun with a few friends.
I followed this guide
The part for Windows 7/vista
If you download the Msql manager And the Smse all 64 bit (if you have a 64 bit system) everything goes fine.
This time i got no errors...Neither one!
Is a complete guide and i think is perfect!
I still have the problem to share the server i can only run it in local but it works so follow the guide and everything will be fine! Hope u the best! See ya!