I can install windows 7 properly without an active current version of windows 7 on my computer

I have a computer with an inactive version of windows 7 ultimate. I can't activate the operating system if I want to install a new is clean. Can I do without any problem? And that matter if I use an oem version or retail? Also must be ultimate again? Thank you

You can use another edition, if you wish, because Windows 7 Ultimate is a bit more expensive.

You can perform a custom installation and retrieve your personal files from the Windows.old folder.

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)

Microsoft Store:

http://www.microsoftstore.com/store/msstore/list/parentCategoryID.44066700/CategoryID.60521000

Boot from the Windows 7 DVD
Click Install now
Accept the license agreement
When the option is displayed to select a type of installation, click (Custom advanced)

Select the disk partition where you want to install Windows 7 click Next.

You will receive the following warning:

The partition you have selected may contain files from a previous Installation of Windows. If so, these files and folders will be moved to a folder named Windows.old. You will be able to access the information in Windows.old, but you will be able to use your previous version of Windows.

(At all costs, do NOT click on anything in Format, deletion or Partition name.) So even do a custom installation, your personal files are still kept. Click OK

The installation program will now begin installation. During installation, your computer will be restarted several times.

Once the installation is complete, you can complete the Out of Box experience as the choice of your laptop, create a username, password, your time zone. You can then proceed to download the latest updates for Windows and reinstall your applications and drivers.

You can then retrieve your personal files from the Windows.old folder and reinstall all of your applications and drivers.

http://notebooks.com/2010/11/09/how-to-recover-documents-music-and-email-after-upgrading-with-the-Windows-old-folder/

Tags: Windows

Similar Questions

  • I can install windows 7 have my computer running windows xp sp3 currently?

    I can install windows 7 have my computer running windows xp sp3 currently?  I am aware that vista and 7 use a lot more ram or memory so I don't know if my cpu under xp can run windows 7.

    Yes, it is possible to install Win7 on a Windows XP computer. Start here: http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows7/help/upgrading-from-windows-xp-to-windows-7

    However, Windows Update has nothing to with the upgrade of Windows. Please post future questions about the upgrade in this forum: http://social.answers.microsoft.com/Forums/en-US/w7install/threads

    ~ Robear Dyer (PA Bear) ~ MS MVP (that is to say, mail, security, Windows & Update Services) since 2002 ~ WARNING: MS MVPs represent or work for Microsoft

  • I bought windows 7 with singel user refuse and install on a computer. After some time the material falls down on this computer. I can install windows 7 on another computer?

    I bought windows 7 with user indulgence and install on a computer. After a while this PC stop working with hardware failure. In this case, I can install windows 7 (single-user license disk) on another PC?

    Yes, you can, but you may need to reactivate by phone:

    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

  • I can install windows 7 on another computer

    Hi, can I actually install my windows 7 to a new computer? I bought windows 7 online, and it says I can install it on 3 different computers. I already installed it in my computer and laptop.
    If I can't, can I transfer them to my new computer? as this is an old computer so I want to change to a new.

    Thank you.
    Edy

    You probably bought the Windows 7 Home Premium 'Family Pack'

    Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/software/dp/B002MV2MG0

    If this is the case, the new computer needs a previous version of Windows installed as the Family Pack is an 'Upgrade' to Windows version and as such cannot be used on a computer that does not have a previous version of Windows installed.

    Regarding the tranfering, if the old any has a 'detail' (not a version of the OEM, OEM are preinstalled by the PC manufacturer) version of XP or Vista then the answer is Yes. Install the older version and then use then family pack to upgrade.

    If you install the earlier version is practicle not then try the Home Premium Family Pack phone activation.

    How to activate Windows 7 or Vista manually (activate by phone)
    http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/950929/en-us

    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 any option * and wait for a person to help you.
    (6) explain your problem clearly to the support person.
    (7) the person must give you a confirmation ID, copy it down on paper,
    (8) check that the ID is correct in reading the support person.
    (9) to enter the ID number, then click 'Next' to complete the activation process.

    Activation and registration of a Microsoft product
    http://support.Microsoft.com/?kbid=326851
    Windows activation: (888) 571-2048
    (888) 725-1047 or 800-936-5700

    -Product key of letters and numbers-

    Not confused the letter B with the number 8, the letter Q with the letter O.
    the letter G and the number 6.

    A, E, I, O and u are not used.

    ----------------------------  Alternatives -------------------------------------

    To enable the use of the phone

    1. open Activation of Windows by clicking on the Start button, right click on computer, clicking Properties.
    then by clicking on activate Windows now. ?

    2. click on show me other ways to activate.

    3 type your Windows 7 product key, and then click Next.

    4. click on use the automated telephone and then click Next.
    If you are prompted for an administrator password or a confirmation, type the password or provide confirmation.

    5. click on the location nearest you from the drop-down list, and then click Next.

    6. call one of the available phone numbers listed. An automated system will guide you through the activation process.

    7. When prompted, enter the installation ID that is listed on your screen in your phone keypad.

    8 Note the confirmation ID the phone system gives you.

    9. under the terms of step 3, type the confirmation ID in the space provided, click Next, and then follow the instructions.

    10. If the activation is not successful, stay on the line to be transferred to a product activation agent who can help you.

    How to contact a Microsoft Product Activation Center by phone
    http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/950929

    Microsoft Activation centers worldwide telephone numbers:
    http://www.Microsoft.com/licensing/existing-customers/activation-centers.aspx
    (This site is for activating Volume License, but if you call, they will help you)

    The phone number is not working:
    Microsoft Wordwide contacts: http://www.microsoft.com/worldwide/default.aspx

    Register Windows 7
    http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/help/register
    Register Windows 7 and you automatically receive a series of three welcome to Windows e-mails
    filled with tips, creative tips and other information to you help get the most out of Windows 7.
    You also get a subscription to the monthly newsletter of Windows Explorer,
    where you will find other tips and tricks, as well as special offers.

    Learn about Activation:
    http://TechNet.Microsoft.com/en-us/library/ff793423.aspx

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

  • I can install Windows 7 on another computer if that I got the full version crashed and is no longer usable?

    I installed Windows 7 Pro on a laptop and it crashed and is now unusable. Can I use the same Windows 7 Pro version complete w/media on another computer that works? Will it be a valid installation? I hate that I lost all the money I paid for it!
    Good new everyone?

    Thank you

    I installed Windows 7 Pro on a laptop and it crashed and is now unusable. Can I use the same Windows 7 Pro version complete w/media on another computer that works? Will it be a valid installation? I hate that I lost all the money I paid for it!
    Good new everyone?

    Thank you

    Yes, all you have to do is reactivate by phone:

    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

  • I need to see if I can upgrade this computer with Windows 7... I know that XP is not supported after 8/2014, then try to see if I can install Windows 7 on this computer.

    CPU Athlon XP AMD 3200 M +.
    448 MB of Ram

    512 MB memory PC2700 DDRSDRam

    200 GB at 7200 RPM
    ULTRA DMA hard drive

    DVD + R/CD-RW
    Player X DVD + R/RW double layer 8
    with CD writer capabilities

    CD ROM drive
    48 x max speed

    Integrated graphics with 64 MB shared memory
    video memory

    2.20 GHz processor speed, 512 Kb L2 cache,
    front of 400 mHz front side bus

    You don't have enough memory. The minimum is 1 GB, but most of the people recommend you at least 2 GB.

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

  • HP ENVY 700-000z Desktop PC with 8 and the need to know if I can install Windows 7

    Just bought HP ENVY 700-000z Desktop PC equipped with 8 and need to know if I can install Windows 7 on this computer without problem.  My work does not allow the use of Windows 8.  If I can install Windows 7, what version of operating system do I need to buy to do a clean install.

    If I understand correctly, I could order the Windows 8 Pro, who has right to demotion and then install Windows

    7 pro, I have then I should be able to get the drivers, I need HP is correct.

    WARNING *.

    HP does not recommend installing Windows 7 on a computer comes with Windows 8, and it will support the installation of Windows 7. HP doesn't provide drivers for Windows 7 and the appropriate drivers are not available for the hardware in the computer. In addition, Windows 7 can not take in charge some of the hardware or software designed for the computer.

    Make sure you create your media recovery HP or USB Flash Recovery discs before you edit or change anything.

    You should ENABLE 'Secure Boot' and maybe 'Legacy Support' in the 'BIOS Setup boot secured' on the settings page below, before you try to install Windows 7;

    or

    In addition, as the hard drive is partitioned as TPG, you must start the computer by using the "UEFI - CD/DVD drive" in the start menu "F9". If "UEFI - CD/DVD drive" or something to that effect does not exist in the start menu, please post a screenshot and/or make startup listed options.

    I suggest using Windows 7 SP1 for the best installation experience. If you need Windows SP1, see 'How to install Windows 7 without the disc' to download and create your own. If the DVD does not start as UEFI, you may need to use a USB Flash drive (can ask "Quick start" DISABLING in BIOS) as the installation media. Please download the Windows 7 USB/DVD download tool to create a Windows 7 SP1 USB Flash drive.

    Most of the Windows 7 drivers from the drivers of HP Pavilion p7-1299 c desktop PC page should work on your desktop HP ENVY 700 - 000z CTO. Both models use a variant of the motherboard HP Jasmine. If you have missing or unknown devices after installing the drivers, please post the "Hardware ID" Device Manager for devices as shown in the example below.

    If you have any other questions, feel free to ask.

    Please click the White Star of KUDOS to show your appreciation

  • I want to buy a desktop computer and sell the laptop without windows vista software. Is there a way I can install windows vista in my new office.

    Model F730 laptop and notebook product S/n CNF7415WH7

    I bought a laptop (compaq F30 us in the United States) and windows original vista came with the compaq laptop (bought in US). Now, I want to buy a desktop computer and sell the laptop without windows vista software. Is there a way I can install windows vista in my new office. I don't have the cd or the software with me key since they have not provided for me at the time of purchase

    Hello

    No there is no way, how the do, because the license of Windows Vista is part of the computer compaq laptop - this is the license OEM - and cannot be separated.

    (in case the laptop is broken and cannot be repaired, then the license expiresand cannot be used on another computer)

    LC

  • I would like to install Windows XP on my computer and get rid of the Vista operating system. Can I do this? I only have 512 MB of Ram and 32-bit processor.

    Windows XP instead of Vista.

    I would like to install Windows XP on my computer and get rid of the Vista operating system.  Can I do this?  I only have 512 MB of Ram and 32-bit processor.

    Hello

    There are a few things that you would have to do to install XP instead of Vista:

    1. contact the manufacturer of your computer and see if the XP drivers are available for your computer model to make sure that XP has worked properly in this regard.

    2. If the XP Drivers are available, buy a XP disk operating system / license. Try local computer repair shops because Microsoft sells more than XP and online sale buy you pirated copies can cause. Be very careful.

    3 XP runs with 512 MB of RAM, although a little slow by today's standards.

    4. do a clean install of XP. Make sure that all your data is backed up as the hard will be cleaned of everything during the Installation of XP.

    http://pcsupport.about.com/od/OperatingSystems/SS/instxpclean1.htm

    Here is some information that you would like to learn more about improving the performance of Vista using ReadyBoost, you have only the minimum amount of RAM to run Vista:

    http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/tutorials/using-Windows-ReadyBoost-to-increase-performance/

    See you soon.

  • How can I re - install Windows 7 on my computer if I ever had the installation for Windows 7 disk? (ENGLISH-SPANISH)

    How can I re - install Windows 7 on my computer if I ever had the installation for Windows 7 disk?
    I have a laptop with Windows 7 installed on it, Original but I do not have the installation for Windows 7 disc, since I bought the computer I had never the disk. How can I re - install Windows 7 without having to purchase another license?
    How I can restore Windows 7 en mi computadora TR nunca he tenido el disco instalacion of Windows 7?

    I have a computer laptop ASUS not con Windows 7 original wont, pero no tengo el disco instalacion of Windows 7, from which the Adquira no he tenido el disco. How I can restore Windows 7 sin tener comprar otra license?

    Your computer may have a recovery partition which is accessible when you first start the computer (usually by typing the key F9 several times will begin the recovery process).

    This will reinstall Windows back to the point when you received everything first, therfore backup important data files (Documents, photos, music, etc.) on external before starting. Be prepaired to reinstall all the software can also be purchased and installed (rounding up of multimedia installation and product key codes).

    For more information contact the ASUS Technical Support: http://www.contacthelp.com/directory/Shopping/Computer+Hardware/Asus?ListingID=342

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

  • Pavilion 15-p108ne: my computer laptop p108ne I hope that I can install Windows 7 Windows 7 drivers. But what was not in the site

    My computer laptop p108ne I hope that I can install Windows 7 Windows 7 drivers. But what was not in the site

    Hello:

    You should be able to use the W7 x 64 drivers and software of p000-15 t on your model, except the BIOS and firmware files.

    http://support.HP.com/us-en/drivers/selfservice/HP-Pavilion-15-P000-notebook-PC-series/6936226/model/7174371

  • I can install Windows 7 on my HP Envy 6

    I'll have to many problems of compatibility with the Windows 8 for my HP Envy 6. I really want to go back to Windows 7. Can I do this?

    Hello

    If you purchased a computer with win8, you will not be able to change the operating system from the operating system model is regestered to win 8 but Yes if you insist to switch to win 7 contact microsoft for it because if you install Windows 7 on the computer, you'll have the real issue of windows.

    By clicking on the White Star congratulations on the left is a way of saying thanks!

    By clicking 'Accept as Solution' on an answer that solves your problem helps others who are looking
    Although I work for HP, my messages and responses are my own opinion and not of HP.

  • I have an Optiplex GX620, with windows XP Home edition, I can install windows XP PRO top?

    I have a virus that it needs formatting to remove. The pc running wondows xp home edition I can install windows XP PRO on it?

    Yes you can, but why?

  • I have windows XP_ can install windows 7? orWindows 8? What is the cost of windows 7

    My computer hp laptop has windows XP THAT can

    You can install Windows 7?  Perhaps.  See http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=20

    You can install Windows 8?  Less likely than Windows 7, but may still.  See http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-8/upgrade-to-windows-8

    How much does Windows 7 cost?  Depends on where you buy it and which version you select.  For example, Amazon only sells Windows 7 Professional Upgrade (including both 32-bit and 64-bit versions) for $142

  • need help to get rid of xp so I can install windows 7

    I have download kill disk and he burned on a cd and started on the cd, but he has done notheing. I'm trying to reformat the hard drive, so I can install windows 7 is there a tool for command line, I can use instead

    You can do so during the installation of Windows 7.  Moving from XP to Windows 7, you can only do a "custom" installation

    Note

    Formatting your hard drive during the installation of Windows 7 is not necessary. If you wish to format your hard drive, and you use a Windows 7 upgrade version, do not use a program from another software manufacturer to reformat your hard drive before installing Windows 7. Instead, start your PC using the Windows 7 upgrade installation disc or a USB flash drive, click Custom (Advanced) and then click drive options (Advanced).

    Make sure that your hardware can support Windows7 by running the Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor.

    Make sure that you have downloaded Windows 7 need drivers for your hardware.

    Make sure that you have backed up your files and other data that you can restore everything after installing Windows 7.  You can use Windows Easy Transfer.  If so, make sure that get you from the link below.

    Make sure you have all the installation media (CD/DVD or Installer files) for all applications that you want to reinstall once Windows 7 has been installed downloaded.

    See http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows7/help/upgrading-from-windows-xp-to-windows-7

Maybe you are looking for

  • MacBook Pro 15 "mid 2015 retina freezes

    Hey everybody, I got my macbook pro 15 "2015 high spec, a year ago and it froze twice since then, but lately, it happens more often. Also at the start, the screen resolution is not correct and after entering the password and loading starts, the scree

  • With the help of LabVIEW with NI VeriStand

    Hello I try to use Labview with NI Veristand, when I followed the white paper here: http://www.NI.com/white-paper/11135/en I do not see the same menu detailed in step 4 (OR veristand is not listed on the menu - see attachment). I have NI Veristand in

  • OfficeJet 7310 all-in-One: the device is not complete - Officejet 7310

    Initially, a 10 on my network windows desktop could no longer communicate with my Officejet 7310 all-in-one ethernet connection.  The Office recognizes the 7310 as a printer, but not as an all-in-one.  I tried to reinstall the software using the pres

  • error 5200 on a Canon MP490

    have put in a new cartridge and the answer is error 5200 and no printing

  • Design of authentication issues and wireless security

    Wireless newbie here... I had to quicky throws a wireless deployment in a new office/warehouse building. I have the basic net upward and the work. My remote access point associated the 2106 in the main office and users can associate and authenticate