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• How can I upgrade to Windows 7 or Windows 8 on HP laptop and be authentic?

  Dear Sir

  I have 3 HP laptop with Windows Vista and want to upgrade to Windows 7 or Windows 8, then you could pls advice how could I do to install new windows 7 or 8 on my laptop with the authentic version?
  and pls note the Microsoft label on my HP laptop is not clear now, (I can't read the windows vista serial #) so what can I do to keep the real window?
  Thank you
  Shehata M

  I have 3 HP laptop with Windows Vista and want to upgrade to Windows 7 or Windows 8, then you could pls advice how could I do to install new windows 7 or 8 on my laptop with the authentic version?

  and pls note the Microsoft label on my HP laptop is not clear now, (I can't read the windows vista serial #) so what can I do to keep the real window?

  Windows 8 is not production (finished; released as final product, etc.) yet.

  As far as Windows 7 is concerned, you must manually (do not rely on any software, including any made by Microsoft) check your current hardware and installed software are compatible with Windows 7.  follow these steps by making a list (model of the computer, each software package you have installed, the hardware you connect to the computer such as printers, scanners, cameras, etc.) and check the manufacturer's web page to see if they support this product at this level of version in Windows 7.  Chances are on your side, because it is a Vista machine.

  Youd

  would then buy a version of Windows 7, you can use to pass any specific edition of Vista you have and that you upgrade.  It's quite simple initially, just insert the DVD and follow the directions.  You will need to download and install the most recent hardware drivers for each component material (many that you can go to HP for via your model computer support web page, but your devices will be elsewhere...)

• I have a hp6730b with vista to xp. How can I upgrade to windows 7 on this computer

  I need computer upgrade laptop hp 6730 b to Windows 7 or Windows7 Pro.

  It came with Vista to xp custom installation

  Is this possible and how do I do it.   Thank you

  Hello:

  It can be easily done by purchasing a version upgrade of Windows 7 retail box.

  Home Premium

  http://www.Newegg.com/product/product.aspx?item=N82E16832116713

  Pro

  http://www.Newegg.com/product/product.aspx?item=N82E16832116714

  These packages contain a 32 and 64 bit version of the operating system.

  The license may also be transferred to another PC who is eligible for an upgrade, unlike an OEM license.

  The problem is having XP or Vista installed on the PC to use the disk.

  Paul

• How to manage upgrades to Windows 7 with Windows 10 installed?

  So I have a fairly sophisticated question. My family computer is running Windows 7 Home Premium. I built my own PC game last Christmas and I installed the same version of Windows using the same product key. Since the free update of Windows 10 lance tomorrow, I have advanced and reserved my copy. Now, here's my problem: the version of Windows that I currently go to Windows 10 Home. Let's say I want to upgrade to Windows Pro 10. Currently, I'm lost on how should I do for this. I could go ahead and buy my own copy of Windows 7 Professional and install it and then upgrade to Windows Pro 10 or I could go ahead and install Windows 10 Home. But then after I have 10 Windows Home, how I would acquire Pro?

  After 10 of Windows is installed, you can purchase an upgrade to Windows Pro 10.

  The real problem is that you used the same product key Windows 7 Home on two computers. The rule is: a key = a single computer. You must either uninstall Windows 7 from one of the two computers (sooner or later, one of the two will move non-genuine)

  If you want to keep it 7 on the family computer then the best thing to do is to buy Windows 7 Pro and install it on your PC gaming and then upgrade to Windows 10. Note that the only other versions of Windows 7 are OEM / System Builder versions that require a clean installation of Windows you will need to re - install your games and other applications.

  Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/microsoft-windows-7-8-software/b?ie=UTF8&node=1286119011

  Another option would be to go directly to Windows 10 Pro by buying:

  Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_2/175-5230408-0159517?url=search-alias%3Dsoftware&field-keywords=Windows+10

  The version of a $200 more expensive th has advantage of being a 'Retail' version which means can be move to a new game system. OEM versions are related to the 1st motherboard they are installed on the.

  J W Stuart: http://www.pagestart.com

• How do I upgrade to Windows 7 Pro without reinstalling the operating system?

  I have a client who is moving from a workgroup to a domain based network.  About half of the computers are Windows 7 Home edition.  I need to upgrade to Pro so I can join the domain.  I was not able to find an easy way to do it since Anytime Upgrade no longer works on Windows 7.  The only time I did, I had to by a free license key and ended up having to completely reinstall the operating system.  So, how can I switch to Win 7 Pro without reinstallation of the operating system or go to Windows 8.

  Unfortunately, your only option now would be to buy a full version or upgrade to Windows 7 professional retail license and use the product key with the Express Windows 7 Home Premium Upgrade Wizard. It is, it's expensive:

  Where can I still get Windows 7?

  Full version-

  Microsoft Windows 7 Professional

  Version upgrade-

  Microsoft Windows 7 Professional upgrade

  If the license for Windows 7 Professional, you have access to is a retail version update or complete, you can use the product key and the Express upgrade to Windows 7 Edition Home Premium to Windows 7 Professional. First of all, check that the edition of Windows 7, you are upgrading is already enabled (if it isn't, you will encounter complications and that you might start all by performing a clean installation). Click Start, type Anytime Upgrade, click on the option enter a key, enter the key of Windows 7 Professional on demand, click Next, wait while checking the key, accept the license agreement, click on upgrade, wait while the software upgrades, (it may take 10 minutes or more depending on the if updates are required) your computer restarts automatically, after the reboot, Windows 7 will notify you updating the computer, the computer will restart once more automatically and will be completed the upgrade, a window will appear notifying the upgrade was successful and your computer is ready to use, click Close, you should be upgraded to Windows 7 Professional your files, programs and settings retained.

  Windows 7 Anytime Upgrade fails:

  If your getting the following: error: Windows Anytime Upgrade failed
  This problem may occur if Windows 7 SP1 was downloaded by Windows Update, but has not yet been installed.
  See: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/2660811

  = Other reasons and possible corrections.

  Windows Anytime Upgrade fails with the error:
  "every time that the upgrade has failed. Go online to solve the problem.
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/2658652

  If Anytime Upgrade still does not work:

  Shut down and restart your computer.

  Make sure that the Windows updates have been installed.

  Download the hotfix that contains a tool called CheckSUR, this tool will look at the package and the maintenance of records and difficulty any data corrupted, the tool is listed under kb947821 he can be found at the following link http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=947821

  If Anytime Upgrade still does not work, turn off the user account control:

  1. go in user accounts in Control Panel

  2 change user account control settings

  3. pull the slider to the level as low as possible

  4. restart the PC

  5. pass by the "Anytime Upgrade" as usual

  Try the following:

  1 disable any security software before attempting to upgrade

  2. make sure that your computer is updated (devices and applications)

  3. disconnect all external devices before installing.

  4. check your hard disk for errors:

  Click Start

  Type: CMD, according to the results, right-click CMD

  Click on "Run as Administrator"

  At the command prompt, type: chkdsk /f /r

  When you restart your system, your computer will be scanned for errors and will try to correct them.

  1. click on start, type msconfig in the search box and press ENTER.

  User account control permission

  If you are prompted for an administrator password or a confirmation, type the password, or click on continue.

  2. in the general tab, click Selective startup.

  3. under Selective startup, clear the check box load startup items.

  4. click on the Services tab, select the hide all Microsoft Services check box, and then click Disable all.

  5. click on OK.

  6. When you are prompted, click on restart.

  7. after the computer starts, check if the problem is resolved.

  Also run the Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor:

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

  Who should I contact if I have problems installing and / or activation of my product key card?

  Please contact to the: www.windows7.com/getkeysupport.

  If all above fails them, install Windows 7 Service Pack 1, and then try the Express Upgrade:

  Learn how to install Windows 7 Service Pack 1 (SP1)
  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/learn-how-to-install-Windows-7-Service-Pack-1-SP1

  If your key is not valid and you will need to change the keys, you may need to Open regedit and remove first the ProductKey value in the following registry key:
   
  HKCU\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\WindowsAnytimeUpgrade

• How can I upgrade my windows 7 Home Basic license to windows 8 pro?

  Dear Sir.

  I have a laptop Lenovo G-570 with the basic House under license of windows version 7. I got to know that Microsoft allows people who have a windows license 7 in laptops it can be upgraded to windows 8 in only $ 18. I have 64-bit windows 7 and this is the service pack 1.
  I would like to know the process and could use your help to upgrade my windows to the latest operating system Windows 8. I'm desperate to upgrade to the revolutionary Windows 8 operating system.
  Kindly consider my application and guide me in the upgrade process.
  Thanking you
  Yaman

  Starting at http://www.windows.com/buy

  See:

  http://techingiteasy.WordPress.com/2012/11/06/part-1-how-to-upgrade-using-the-Windows-8-Upgrade-Assistant/

  then:

  http://techingiteasy.WordPress.com/2012/11/07/part-2-How-to-upgrade-using-the-Windows-8-Upgrade-Assistant/

• "How do I upgrade in Windows 7 Home Premium to Windows 7 Professional?

  Dear seniors

  I would like to ask something...

  I have Acer PC which have an OEM Windows 7 Home Premium.
  I want to improve the windows to the Pro Version of Windows 7.

  I have the MAK FULL for Windows 7 Pro key.

  do a job when I am upgrade OEM Win 7 Home to Profesiional using Windows Anytime Upgrade?

  Original title: good day

  You cannot use a Windows 7 Pro [Multiple Activation Key - MAK] with Windows Anytime Upgrade. Distributions of Windows volume license do not support the Express upgrade.

  Please note that the Express upgrade does not support OEM, MSDN-Academic, Volume License (license of the Faculty student). If you are in possession of all these brackets, you will need to save and do a custom clean install. If you want to do it, please backup your Windows 7 Home Premium or according to edition currently installed. Some licenses for Windows distributed to tertiary level students are not perpetual, which means that you cannot continue to use the software after a course or graduating.

  You will need to get an Anytime Upgrade retail or consider making a custom clean install.

  How to make an Express upgrade.

  First of all, check that the edition of Windows 7, you are upgrading is already enabled (if it isn't, you will encounter complications and that you might start all by performing a clean installation). Click Start, type Anytime Upgrade, click the option to purchase a key. Wait while loading of the Express Upgrade page, click on the Windows 7 Professional Upgrade to buy it.

  Click Next, fill in your details (it is important that you do this because the product key will be sent to you as a backup in case you need to reinstall) enter your credit card information, click next to begin the upgrade, wait while checking the key, accept the license agreement , click upgrade, wait while the software updates, (it may take 10 minutes or more, depending on the case, updates are required), your computer restarts automatically, after the reboot, Windows 7 will notify its update of the computer, the computer will restart once more automatically and will be completed the upgrade, a windows will pop up by notifying the upgrade was successful and your computer is ready to use, click Close, you should be upgraded to Windows 7 Professional, your files, programs and settings stored, proceed to activate Windows 7 Professional.

• How can I upgrade to Windows 7 without product key?

  I received a laptop from a friend. Initially, she had vista but upgraded to windows 7. She gave me the original vista disc and disc upgrade.

  Vist disc supplied with key-code. The disc of windows 7 did not come with or she can't find it. She wants me to clean the disc. Will I be able to reinstall windows 7, or will I need to go back to vista.

  You can try a keyfinder program to extract the key from windows 7.

  http://www.magicaljellybean.com/KeyFinder/
  If you do not have a windows 7 product key, you will need to reinstall Vista.

• How can I upgrade to Windows 7 I am currently running Windows XP? I am told that I need at least SP2.

  How to install windows 7 when my system is XP 2002 SP1, the message reads I need SP2

  original title: how to install windows 7

  If you want to remove XP, you must put the windows 7 cd in the cdrom remake, change the startup disk in the BIOS for the cd. Then boot from it

• How to disable upgrade to Windows 10?

  I'm N OT interested in going Windows 10, I love my Windows 7, want to know how to download the new updates to windows without Windows 7 to windows 10. Computer won't let me update unless I have install windows 10, amd, I don't want Windows 10 in all, where can I update my windows 7?

  Hello

  What you need to do here first, is to change the way you receive updates. The automatic updates enabled, the operating system will reinstall the guest who is KB3035583 after uninstalling a step we will take in a minute.

  Then follow these steps:

  1. Right-click the icon of the center of the Action on the taskbar and go to "Windows Update".
  2. In the left menu, click on "change settings".
  3. Change automatic updates to "download updates but let me choose whether to install them".
  4. Click "Save Changes", then "Control Panel Home".
  5. Go to "Programs and features" and click on the link "View installed updates".
  6. Copy and paste KB3035583 in the high-field search right and when it appears below, right click and select "Uninstall". It's a great Setup uninstall can last several minutes.
  7. Then restart and then go back to Windows Update again.
  8. Since you now have different parameters of WU, click on the link if there is no waiting for your approval, which will bring you to the menu where you can decide what to install.
  9. If you see KB3035583 in the list, right click and select "hide update". The box you should checkmark to select an update will turn gray and when you exit WU, these files will be sent in the repository called "Restore hidden updates". You can restore the updates that have been hidden there at any time by clicking on the link, make your selection and click "restore".

  The next step is to edit a registry that will prevent Windows 10 download and installation.

  Press the Windows key + R to start the command run, type: regedit , and then click OK.

  Navigate to: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE--> SOFTWARE--> Microsoft-->--> CurrentVersion--> WindowsUpdate Windows--> AutoUpdate--> OSUpgrade

  Click the OSUpgrade key (which looks like a folder), and then in the right pane you should be able to see the four values respectively called:

  AllowOSUpgrade

  KickoffDownload

  KickoffSource

  OSUpgradeInteractive

  Part or all of them will have a value of 1. You need to change those to 0 as you see in the screenshot.

  

  To change a registry value, right-click and go to Edit. In the value field below, transform figure 1 0 a

  Click OK and Windows will add the 0x00000000 (0) itself.

  If it's already a 0 then you don't have to touch it.

  In addition, you must create a value. To do this, right-click on an empty part of the right pane, and then choose new DWORD with the name DisableOSUpgrade-->.  Windows will add REG_ DWORD early, after it is created.

  If inadvertently, you lose the highlight when you create the new value, right click and select Rename.

  Then, right-click of your new value and go to edit. Change the 0 value in a 1 in the value field. Click OK to confirm and exit.

  Reboot, then go to Windows updates. You will now be able to install updates 8.1 without being hassled by Windows 10.

  Credits:Xircal , from here

• How can I upgrade my Windows XP Sp3 net framework to new version?

  I need to update my current net framework to new - V.4.0.30319 program. So how to do it. my microsoft update do not show this update. I have the net framework 3.5. now, I think. In "change or remove programs", it shows me that I have sp2 2.0, 3.0 sp2 and 3.5 sp1.
  What I need to download just installation of .NET Framework and somehow trying to update, or the safest or most easy way to do?

  Just download the installer and double-click it:

  "Microsoft .NET Framework 4 (standalone installer)"
   <>http://www.Microsoft.com/en-US/Download/details.aspx?ID=17718 >

  HTH,
  JW

• How can I upgrade to 10 64-bit Windows?

  Hello

  I have a Travelmate B115-M and I upgraded from Windows Pro 8.1 to Windows 10. The problem is that it automatically upgraded to 10 32-bit Windows. The drivers from the Acer website are all 64 bits. I tried 2 times, the second time, do a clean install, but now I can't go back to 8.1 for Windows because it doesn't show the option anymore.

  So, how can I upgrade from Windows 10 32-bit on Windows 64-bit?

  Thanks in advance,

  John Lewis

  Well, finally I've upgraded to 64-bit Windows 10. The solution was to go to the Windows website and choose the option to install on another PC, downloaded the file on a USB key and do a clean install.

  Thank you.

• updated my computer 98se to xp made much material changes new bike new hd new memory new processor, new PSU, xp works great upgrade to windows 7 all known issues

  have been computer usingbthis for a while now, so have no problem just want to know if I can install update on upgrade of old

  Upgrade paths - http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/dd772579%28WS.10%29.aspx
  Windows 7 system requirements - http://windows.microsoft.com/systemrequirements
  Excellent how-to for upgrading to Windows 7 - http://lifehacker.com/5385127/prep-your-pc-for-windows-7
  Step-by-step: Windows 7 upgrade and Migration - http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/dd446674%28WS.10%29.aspx
  What Windows 7 is right for you? Excellent comparison by CNET reviews - http://reviews.cnet.com/8301-31012_7-10379487-10355804.htmlStop
  MS - MVP - Elephant Boy computers - don't panic!

• Upgrade to Windows Vista

  How can I upgrade to Windows 7? I don't know that my laptop will handle 10.

  HP Pavilion dv2000

  Intel Core 2 T5300

  2 GB mem

  Hello

  Select your EXACT model at HP that you have only given us a serial number:

  http://support.HP.com/us-en/product/HP-Pavilion-DV2000-entertainment-notebook-PC-series/1817067/drivers

  Depends on hardware configuration required on later operating systems, and also find out if the manufacturer of the laptop computer is supported and provides drivers for operating systems later as to whether it is possible or feasible to upgrade or not.

  There is no free upgrade Vista to 7, 8.1, or 10.

  Follow these steps before you buy Windows 7.

  Microsoft sells more than 7; Try Amazon.com.

  Go to your computer / computer laptop manufacturer Web site and see if Windows 7 drivers are available for your make and model computer / laptop.

  If this is not available, Windows 7 will not properly work for you.

  Run the "Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor.

  http://www.Microsoft.com/en-US/Download/details.aspx?ID=20

  Check if your specifications are compatible for Windows 7:

  "Windows 7 system requirements"

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/products/system-requirements

  Windows 7 upgrade paths:

  http://TechNet.Microsoft.com/en-us/library/dd772579 (v = ws.10) .aspx

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  Follow these steps before buy you and upgrade (new installation) of Windows 8.1.

  Microsoft sells more than 8/8.1.

  Try Amazon.com, etc.

  Check if the manufacturer of your computer/laptop has Windows 8.1 drivers available for your model.

  If this is not available, Windows 8.1 not install and work properly for you.

  There is a lot of information in this first link from Microsoft:

  Download and run the Windows Upgrade Assistant 8.1 of to see if your machine is compatible Windows 8.1 and read the update for Windows 8.1: FAQ here

  "Update to Windows 8.1: FAQ".

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-8/upgrade-to-Windows-8

  "8.1 for Windows system requirements.

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-8/system-requirements

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  How to buy Windows 10:

  http://www.microsoftstore.com/store/msusa/en_US/cat/Windows/CategoryID.70036700

  But first make sure that you have the correct configuration and your computer manufacturer provides the right drivers for 10.

  https://www.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows/Windows-10-specifications#sysreqs

  " System requirements Windows 10"

  https://www.Thurrott.com/Windows/Windows-10/3884/Windows-10-system-requirements

  "FAQ Windows 10.

  http://www.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows/Windows-10-FAQ

  See you soon.

• upgrade to windows vista home 8

  bought used ACER Extensa 5620 with windows VISTA Home. only 2 users (password protectected) CALIA and his GUEST.

  Unable to get the password. How can I upgrade to Windows 8?

  Used computers may come with some undesirable traits such as malware. It is best to start clean with a fresh install of Vista. As long as you have the product key, follow the instuctions here: http://en.community.dell.com/support-forums/software-os/w/microsoft_os/3317.2-3-microsoft-windows-vista-official-iso-download-links-digital-river.aspx

  Or use your restore disk or partition to reinstall Vista.

  J W Stuart: http://www.pagestart.com