Can I install a Dell Windows 7 OEM on a Presario desktop computer?

I have an old Presario desktop computer with XP installed. I have a new requiring aircard & or higher. Can I use on my Presario Dell reinstallation CD?

No, you can't.

The OEM of Windows 7 versions are identical to the versions commercial full license with the following exception:

-OEM versions don't offer any free direct support from Microsoft technical support Microsoft

-OEM Licenses are tied to the computer first you install and activate it on

-OEM versions allow all hardware upgrades except for an upgrade to a different model motherboard

-OEM versions does not move directly from an older Windows operating system

What is OEM software? :
http://support.Microsoft.com/GP/oemsupport_1/en-GB

Licensing FAQ:
http://www.Microsoft.com/OEM/en/licensing/sblicensing/pages/licensing_faq.aspx

If you upgrade your Windows XP laptop to Windows 7, you will need to purchase a retail upgrade license. You must also make sure that your computer can run Windows 7.

System requirements:

* 1 gigahertz (GHz) or faster 32-bit (x 86) or 64-bit (x 64) processor

* 1 gigabyte (GB) of RAM (32-bit) or 2 GB RAM (64-bit)

* 16 GB of disk space available (32-bit) or 20 GB (64-bit)

* Peripheral figure DirectX 9 with WDDM 1.0 or higher driver

Also run the Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor:

http://www.Microsoft.com/Windows/Windows-7/Upgrade-Advisor.aspx

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Where can I still get Windows 7?

Full version - Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium

Microsoft Windows 7 Ultimate - full version

Full version - Microsoft Windows 7 Professional

Version upgrade - Microsoft Windows 7 Professional Upgrade

Version upgrade - Microsoft Windows 7 Ultimate Upgrade

Version upgrade - Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium Upgrade

Family Pack: Upgrade of Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium Family Pack (3 users)

The upgrade to Windows XP?


Please read these instructions carefully and completely before you begin installing Windows 7: there are important steps that you must follow to upgrade your PC from Windows XP to Windows 7 in order to preserve your files and settings.


Before you begin, you'll need to backup all your data to an external storage device, and you will need all the installation discs for the programs that you want to keep. Please make sure that you have an external hard drive (see details below).




More detailed instructions are available at windows.microsoft.com/upgrade-windows-xp. Here are the basic steps.

1. start Windows Upgrade Advisor (windows.microsoft.com/upgradeadvisor) to see if there are known issues that may affect the installation and the question of whether you should install the version of 32 or 64 bit Windows 7.

2 back up your files and settings on an external hard drive using Windows Easy Transfer (windows.microsoft.com/windows-easy-transfer). If you do not have an external hard drive, you will not be able to use Windows Easy Transfer. Alternatively, you can copy the files you want to keep on a USB stick, CD or DVD.

3. you will need to manually reinstall your programs, such as Microsoft Office, after I installed Windows 7. Gather the installation for your programs and all partner/license product key discs. You may be able to download programs from the Internet. For example, Windows Live Messenger can be installed from the download.live.com/messenger.

4. Insert the Windows 7 DVD in your PC. When asked "which type of installation you want. Click on "Custom (advanced)."

5. when Windows 7 is installed, use Windows Easy Transfer to restore your files and settings.

If you are not comfortable Windows 7 installation, check with a local retail or the services of the PC company store to see if they offer upgrade services.

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