Cheapest way to get a valid license for my old computer?

I transferred my retail Windows 7 Home premium license to a new computer and I want to give the old computer to a friend who is a broke student and currently computerless. I need to give him a BONE to work with. I know that I need a new product key for this computer, but I was wondering what is the best way to get one on this subject. $99 for a new copy of Windows is a bit hard to swallow. MS offer discounts on licenses Win7 on existing facilities? What the route of upgrade of Windows 8? Do you get a new product key with a Win8 upgrade or should I just use your old license?

Thank you.

Microsoft doesn't sell even Windows 7 more.

The version of Windows 7 Home Premium OEM $ 99 is the cheapest, you're going to get. In fact, since a student, it would be wise to install Windows 7 Professional, which is $ 139.

Or, if the computer is up to it, go for Windows 8, which is also the same price as OEM of Windows 7 versions.

Since there is no previous version of Windows on it, you wouldn't be able to use any version upgrade of any update of Windows, not even Windows 8.

Microsoft offers discounts on Windows with the exception of the Windows 8 Pro upgrade and even that will be completed in January.

Tags: Windows

Similar Questions

  • I'm looking for the best way and the best way to get a product key for my windows 7 Edition family.

    Hello.  I'm looking for the best way and the best way to get a product key for my windows 7 Edition family.  Thanks Bob

    Original title: product windows keys 7

    The cheapest option is the OEM System Builder for Windows 7 Home Premium license, but has some license restrictions:

    Amazon.com: Windows 7 Home Premium 64 - Bit System Builder...

    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

    OR

    A detail that does not have these restrictions:

    Where can I still get Windows 7?

    Full version - Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium

    Version upgrade - Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium Upgrade

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

  • I have a valid license for Windows XP key code, so why the system tells me it is not currently active or real?

    Windows has no

    I had to spend my PC this morning. Moving it, I decided to implement a new network card. When I reconnected it all the cables, I plugged my USB mouse on another USB port where it had been plugged in before. The computer is more than 7 years old and I've never had a problem with the front Windows Validation. I have a valid license for Windows XP key code, so why the system tells me it is not currently active or real?

    When Windows checks to see if you have moved your copy of Windows to "another computer", among other things, that his focus on the identification of several strands of material in the computer to see if they are different than when Windows was first installed.  I do not remember the list for now, but I remember that the network card is one of the pieces - and IIRC it is 'valuable' higher than others to reach the conclusion.

    You probably other elements has changed over the past seven years and now Windows has decided to have a "new" computer  Assuming that you haven't changed the motherboard - if you had, you would have had this issue at the time wherever you did--your installation is still legal.  Reactivate using your original license key. It should work online, but you will need to call the number that appears in the error message from re - validate.

  • My Windows 7 Enterprize evaluation copy has expired and I need to get a new license for this computer and two others

    My company Windows 7 evaluation copy has expired and I need to get a new license for this computer and two others?

    Evaluation copies are for your temporary assessment, so you can decide if you like the system.  If you want to continue using it, you buy it.

  • I bought one copy of Windows 7 Ultimate, 1 pc. Now, I need to get 6 several licenses for this copy, how can I do?

    I bought one copy of Windows 7 Ultimate, 1 pc.  Now, I need to get 6 several licenses for this copy, how can I do?

    You purchase 6 additional keys on the Microsoft Store, simply specify the quantity:

    http://www.Microsoft.com/Windows/buy/default.aspx

    http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/get-a-new-Windows-product-key

  • How much time am I able to get my images licensed for download?

    How much time am I able to get my images licensed for download? And where can I download it go?

    You should have access immediately. Take a look in your download history, and it must be registered.

  • How can I get a free license for a non-profit organization?

    I need to know how can I get a free license for a non-profit organization?

    Hello

    Please see: -.

    http://www.Adobe.com/mena_en/education/nonprofit-eligibility-Guide.html

  • How to get the free license for HP Custom Image for ESXi 5.1.0

    Hi there guys.

    I have HP Proliant DL160 G6 and I installed this: https://my.vmware.com/group/vmware/details?downloadGroup=HP-ESXI-5.1.0U3-GA & productId = 285

    I would like to ask how I can get a free license for this hypervisor?

    My server supports only hypervisor 5.1, but none of the most recent versions, then told me to install the one I posted above.

    This version of the free hypervisor and how do I get the license for this last, or where I can download another more recent free hypervisor can 5.1.0?

    Thanks in advance!

    Unfortunately, you can't have the old version free license... As if you were going to a free version, you can try the latest version and key are available with them. Currently esxi 6.0.

    If you bought the license for 5.1, then you can get the license key. another sound impossible.

  • How to get the free license for VMware vSphere Hypervisor 5?

    Please show me the link where I can get the free license for VMware vSphere key 5?

    Connect the link with the register username and password below.

    https://www.VMware.com/tryvmware/index.php?p=free-esxi5&LP=default

    Click on licenses and download tab... you will see the license key.

  • Hi, I just bought 5 Lightroom, I would like to license for a second computer, how can I do this.

    Hi, I just bought 5 Lightroom, I would like to license for a second computer, how can I do this.

    your purchase gives you right to two simultaneous installations/activations, long, the two are also used by you and you use only one at a time.

  • We bought a new computer with Windows 7. Can I sell the box Windows 7 Upgrade CD that we used for his old computer?

    Computer of my wife is dead, so I did a new one supplied with Windows 7 already installed.  Can I sell the box Windows 7 Upgrade CD I bought for his old computer?  We no longer use this license - we pulled the hard drive of the old computer OS and make it like a secondary on his new computer.  If the license is no longer used by us - or it will never again - but I do not know if someone would experience difficulties to activate if they we bought because I do not know if we can 'turn off' the old license.

    Yes, you can sell it, you will need to inform the seller that they may have to use the phone activation because it was already in use:

    How to activate Windows 7 manually (activate by phone)
     
    1) click Start and in the search for box type: slui.exe 4
     
    (2) press the ENTER"" key.
     
    (3) select your "country" in the list.
     
    (4) choose the option "activate phone".
     
    (5) stay on the phone (do not select/press all options) and wait for a person to help you with the activation.
     
    (6) explain your problem clearly to the support person.
     
    http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/950929/en-us

  • Hello is possible to get a free license for a month for adobe photoshop cc because I went on vacation and I did not have the opportunity to test?

    Good evening would it be possible to return a free license for within one month for Adobe Photoshop CC because I went on vacation and I do not have has the opportunity to test?

    Hi tay-fun@livefr,

    We are sorry but it is not possible to reset the trial but you can try and use it on another machine with a different identifier (if possible) Adobe.

    -Pierre

  • Is it possible under the EULA to have several virtual machines on a single physical hard disk while using the same OS license or do I need a separate license for each virtual computer?

    I have several programs that are not compatible with my 64 bit Windows 7 operating system.  I would like to run each different software under another virtual machine of VMWare (5 packs of different software programs and 5 different virtual machines of Windows XP).  These would all be installed on your laptop.  I can use the same license of Windows XP for each virtual machine, or do I need a separate XP license for each (different XP in case 5 licenses)?

    It is lifted directly from my EULA:

    1. GRANT OF LICENSE.
    The manufacturer that you grant the following rights, provided that
    comply you with all terms and conditions of this EULA:
    1.1 installation and use.  You may install, use, access,
    display and run one copy of the SOFTWARE on
    THE COMPUTER.  The SOFTWARE may not be used
    by more than two 2-processor both on the
    COMPUTER, unless a greater number is
    indicated on the certificate of authenticity.
    Then...
    This means that as long as you are running two or more instances of XP at the same TIME, you agree? Or does this mean that, after you install once, you have reached your limit?
    I imagine that most people (including those who are running Microsoft!) will say that the second interpretation is correct.
    However...
    If this is the case, anyone their hard drive as a backup to clone strategy would violate the EULA!
  • I'm getting a new computer and want to transfer my license from my old computer to my new computer. How can I do this?

    I want to transfer my license to captivate from my old computer to my new computer. I disable it on my old computer and then activate it on my new? Are there clear instructions on how to do it?

    Hi Lisa,

    Please see the links below:

    Learn how to enable or disable Adobe applications.

    Frequently asked Questions | Captivate

    Let us know if that helps.

    Kind regards

    Bani

  • Could someone tell me the best way to transfer files and settings from an old computer to a newer version?

    Hello everyone, once again I find myself going to the pro to know what you're probably going to think is an easy thing to do, but I have to swallow my pride and ask anyway. Before I ask my question, I need to let you know that I'm almost completely computer illiterate. I can manage to do somethings, but I have a feeling this is going to be difficult. I have an older Dell model, this is the Dimension 2350 series and I would like to transfer those things on that is also a Dell, but it's an Intel Pentium 4. . Really, I don't have as long as it's what files to transfer, but especially picutres of family or your holiday. What worries me is transfer the settings on my old computer to the newest one. I have a Windows XP CD drive that comes with a new computer. What help anyone can give me will be greatly appreciated and thanks in advance!  Can you give me an idea what I have to do first with the old as in the steps I have to take.

    Hello everyone, once again I find myself going to the pro to know what you're probably going to think is an easy thing to do, but I have to swallow my pride and ask anyway. Before I ask my question, I need to let you know that I'm almost completely computer illiterate. I can manage to do somethings, but I have a feeling this is going to be difficult. I have an older Dell model, this is the Dimension 2350 series and I would like to transfer those things on that is also a Dell, but it's an Intel Pentium 4. . Really, I don't have as long as it's what files to transfer, but especially picutres of family or your holiday. What worries me is transfer the settings on my old computer to the newest one. I have a Windows XP CD drive that comes with a new computer. What help anyone can give me will be greatly appreciated and thanks in advance!  Can you give me an idea what I have to do first with the old as in the steps I have to take.

    Question for you:
     
    What is the operating system on both systems?  They are both Windows XP?  Is the older Windows XP and the newer Windows Vista?  Windows 7?  Something else?
     
    I ask only because whatever you mentioned was a Windows XP CD that is supplied with the newest computer.  The truth - the newest computer is already up and working as you want - if not relevant.  The answer to the foregoing will help someone lead you correctly.

Maybe you are looking for