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• Upgrade WINDOWS 7 OEM of windows anytime upgrade

  I have preinstalled OEM windows 7 HB. If I switch to Windows AnyTime Upgrade key (kit). Is there a problem? I read somewhere that Windows Anytime upgrade button does not support windows OEM. I have to upgrade to Home Premium.

  OEM of Windows 7 versions can be upgraded to higher using either an upgrade of Windows 7 at retail, the full version or the upgrade key Express.

  If you have such as key for Windows 7 Home Premium, you can use the upgrade wizard level Express in basic home edition to upgrade to the home edition Basic. If the Home Premium key is OEM, then you can not use it.

  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 to enter a key, enter the key of Windows 7 Home Premium, when asked, 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 Home Premium files the stored settings and programs.

• Upgrade Windows 7 OEM Windows 7 full

  I'll update my PC in the near future, and this includes the motherboard. Unfortunately, I have Windows7 OEM version so I would go to the retail (I change the motherboard to a new model.). Is it possible to upgrade my existing retail operating system? How much would that cost? If not, could I buy Windows 8 (thanks to the $15 upgrade offer) and install on my PC after change of motherboard?

  Unfortunately, you cannot use upgrade licenses, as they require a license previous qualification. The best option is to purchase a license for sale full version Windows 7 retail or OEM System Builder Windwos 8 full version license. With the release of Windows 8, Microsoft allows you to transfer OEM System builder versions to new hardware.

  Where can I still get Windows 7?

  Full version-

  Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium

  Full version-

  Microsoft Windows 7 Ultimate

  Full version-

  Microsoft Windows 7 Professional

  Windows 8 full version

  There is no full retail version of Windows 8. If you need a full version, you will need to purchase the Pro OEM Windows 8 of new eggs. To do this, install an own custom.

  Windows 8 Pro
  64-bit (OEM)

  Windows 8 Pro
  32-bit (OEM)

  Windows 8
  64-bit (OEM)

  Windows 8
  32-bit (OEM)

• Where to get the CD to upgrade Windows 7 Professional 32 - bit (non OEM)?

  I want to move from 32-bit Vista Business Edition without wiping my whole system.

  Because Windows 7 is in limited stock because Microsoft ended sales in October 2013, this created demand due to its rarity. This means the retail boxed copies request a bonus, while the OEM System Builder copies remain affordable.

  Full version (retail):

  -Includes the rights of transfer to another computer.
  -Does not require a qualifying earlier version of Windows.
  -Expensive

  Upgrade version (detail):

  -Includes the rights of transfer to another computer.
  -require a qualifying earlier version of Windows.
  -Expensive, but less expensive full version

  OEM System Builder version:

  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

  There is nothing wrong to use it too, especially that all future versions of Windows will be full versions.

  http://www.Amazon.com/Microsoft-Windows-7-8-software/b?ie=UTF8&node=1286119011

  Another option is to purchase the license OEM Windows 7 Professional 32 bit.

  Get a DVD Windows 7 Professional 32 bit retail full version or upgrade and do an upgrade without key.

  How to install Windows 7 without entering your product key.

  Then replace the OEM Windows 7 Professional 32 bit key:

  Press Windows key + R
  Type: slui.exe 3
  Press enter

  Enter the product key and click next to activate via the Internet.

• Windows 7 Retail Upgrade DVD ISO on USB or Windows 7 OEM already on USB?

  Hi all:

  I just ordered one of the new generation 5 PCs NUC and up to 10 Windows comes out I would install Windows 7 HP of a retail upgrade DVD.  I have also put already HP Vista retail DVD on a bootable USB to install the first so that the upgrade will be legal.  My question is, I could use a copy of Windows 7 OEM HP already used on another PC on a USB stick and install as an upgrade to the HP Vista installed first from an another USB using the upgrade button to authenticate the OEM version?  Phew!  It was a matter of time.   It would be much easier because Windows 7 OEM on the USB key contains all the latest updates/service packs, and I wouldn't have to do a new USB boot Windows 7.

  Another possible problem is that new PC NUC material can cause the initial Vista HP installation to fail?  Vista is NOT listed as an operating system supported for the 5th generation NUC PC but I hope it will at least install and work long enough to then use the Windows 7 upgrade version.   Failure... it would be legal to use the double "clean install" of Windows 7 method and then explain that I have the retail version of Vista that wouldn't install to allow legal usage of Windows 7 Upgrade version?

  You will not be prompted for a product key until Setup is almost complete. The product key will be recognized.

• XP Pro OEM of Windows 7 OEM upgrade

  Can I legally move my XP Pro OEM of Windows 7 OEM license?

  You can move legally Windows XP Professional OEM of Windows 7 OEM [(versions de System Builder).] This will be a clean install, since there is no way to upgrade XP at all.

  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.

  http://www.notebooks.com/2009/10/13/WinXP-to-Win7/

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• Win anytime upgrade Windows 7 home prem 64 bit to Ulitmate - unrecognized failure + prod key.

  I have a fairly new laptop np700g7c from Samsung that came with OEM Win 7 Home Premium.  I discovered that too late that this version of Win 7 does not allow backup to NAS - just will not see my SIN.  Apparently this only possible with Win 7 Ultimate (I got on my last computer so no problem) or professional.
  To help to win anywhere, anytime upgrade on computer, I checked if I could upgrade my 64 bit Win 7 Home premium to Ultimate and am OK for Ultimate or professor.  I downloaded the Win 7 Upgrade Advisor tool, and the report said I could upgrade to Win 7 Prof or Ultimate.
  The use of Win Anytime upgrade I paid £127,07 GBP for the upgrade to Win 7 Home Prem to ultimate and received the Upgrade button and it printed properly.
  Clicked to level and product key is automatically applied.  Soon, she returned this upgrade has failed.  Suggested try again.  When I tried again my product key was not recognized, so installation would not start.
  I paid my money and can get nowhere.  I feel also "had" that I can't use backup for my SIN in the first place, but I gritted my teeth and paid my money but now have lost money AND cannot be upgraded and am in a complete mess.

  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

• Windows 8 OEM or 8 Pro on portable UEFI - product key entered does not match

  Hello, I have a laptop (Asus Zenbook UX32VD) UEFI which Windows installation has been replaced by a Linux distro, including the recovery partition.

  There is no trace of Windows on the drive I can find, however when I plug in my USB from Windows 8 Retail Pro , created with the tool here: http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows-8/upgrade-product-key-only (using the appropriate license key) and when I choose "install", the Setup program indicates it starts, but then stops with a message: "the entry of the product key does not match any of the Images available for Installation Windows. Enter a different product key. I can't enter the right one. I am convinced that the key OEM of Windows 8 is still somewhere in the BIOS.

  Anyway, how to install anything? Either version would be perfect. I read that I can stop Setup to read the license key from the BIOS by pressing one of the buttons F #. I tried them all without success.

  Former title: OEM Windows 8 or 8 Pro on laptop UEFI

  I remember seeing 'Windows 8' in the system, as well as "AAOEM" at the end of the key applet; and it is multilingual, from the beginning and x 64. The OEM key will work with the 8.1 Windows installation?

  And the problem is, I can't download the ISO right now: I get "Download was not completely successful" when using media creation tool (where I could select Windows 8.1 we x 64). I use it on another laptop running Windows 8.1 UK x 64. Anyway, I've tried and succeeded in a clean install of Windows 8 Pro in a virtual linux machine (so no embedded OEM key), answering my basic needs; However, it is really a temporary solution.

  As I said before that the tool of "Upgrade Windows with only a product key" requires a key I have only for Pro 8, and the keys to the list of default keys Windows ADK are considered as invalid, and so I can not end up with Windows 8 (.1) non-Pro in this way.

  I also found this: http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/forum/windows_8-windows_install/bipass-uefi-provided-product-key-to-install/a271067b-d655-4b46-8b52-b3f191b9370c and created the PID.txt file with the key; have not yet tried, but it looks promising.

  Creating a file PID.txt won't help you in the slightest. Although it is possible to use a generic key in a PID.txt around enter your product key during the installation of Windows... It will only make problems with product activation later down the line.

  Windows 8.1 [edition variant A] will not activate with a 8.1 Windows [edition variant B] where possible editions are:

  Windows 8 = Windows 8.1

  Windows 8 single language = Windows 8.1 single language

  8N = Windows 8.1N Windows

  Windows 8.1 with Bing

  Windows unilingual 8.1 with Bing

  Windows 8 Professional = Windows 8.1 Professional

  Windows 8 Professional N = Windows 8.1 Professional N

  Through the .iso image file editions until does not have your product key is the best solution at the moment unfortunately.

• Regarding Windows 8 - OEM key built into the BIOS.

  I have a pre installed Windows 8 HP Notebook (under warranty).

  I get a new HP's HARD drive replacement.

  My question is that if I install a Windows 8 Pro OS with a new activation code on Microsoft Store, then the original Windows 8 - OEM key integrated in the BIOS would get replaced by this new Windows 8 Pro activation key?

  Or if the OEM of origin incorporated in the BIOS key will remain intact?

  Hello

  The original key from Windows 8 will remain integrated in the bios.

  Kind regards

  DP - K

• I have a windows xp OEM SOFTWARE license key, but the drive has failed. This key will work on any XP installation disc?

  due to a major problem, I have to completely remove the operating system (under license). can I still use this key to set up windows again? I have a key to the back of my sticker only computer laptop written "SOFTWARE OEM windows xp". Can I use this key with any windows xp cd? or I have to use a specific version? can u give me the link to download the specific version?

  Thanks in advance

  You must use the recovery disks provided by the manufacturer (or the integrated recovery system) - see you manual for more details.

  The major advantage of this is that all the required drivers should be included, so that you can immediately connect to the internet and install all updates.

  Reisntalling using the sysstem of correct recovery also means that you shouldn't need to use the key on your COA stiker - as key to 'master' of the manufactuerer is integrated into the system and should not require activation.

• Do we need to key in the product key when we upgraded from windows vista to windows 7?

  After upgrade activation key

  Do we need to key in the product key when we upgraded from windows vista to windows 7?

  When you install Windows 7, you must enter a key within 30 days to activate it. If you do not want to enter the key during installation:

  On the page to enter your product key, do not enter your key and uncheck the "Automatically activate when online" then click OK/next to complete the installation.

  Activate Windows 7 on this computer

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/activate-Windows-7-on-this-computer

  Installation and reinstallation of Windows 7:

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/installing-and-reinstalling-Windows-7

• How can I get a key product validation for Windows XP to the OEM of Vista Business downgrade, which came with my laptop?

  I recently bought an Asus laptop that came with a genuine product key Vista Business OEM. I want to downgrade to XP and have installed a copy of XP OEM for this purpose I have found information on the internet indicating that I would be able to contact Microsoft, explain my desire to downgrade, to provide them with my Vista Business product key, and they would provide me a product key for XP, I could then use to activate the copy of XP I have installed.

  However, it seems that it is more possible, because all the support activation is automated, and I was able to get a Microsoft service on the phone representative to activate my new installation of XP. How can I do to receive a product key for XP and activation of my installation?

  Thank you

  Scott

  Thanks for the replies, you two! I called Asus, and they said that, since they do not recommend the downgrade, they do not downgrade disks provide, or provide for XP Pro license keys in case a user wants to downgrade. I told them about the rights of download, which I had heard before on the MS site support and they have always said they wouldn't / couldn't provide me with a license key, even if it was for OEM Windows XP distribution. Ah, well!

  I don't think that Asus just "recommended" it or not!

  They must conform to Microsoft.

  Here is the information you watched?

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows/products/lifecycle

  And this 1 too

  http://www.Microsoft.com/download/en/details.aspx?displaylang=en&ID=13029

  And I found this in the responses of the Forums for you.

  Can I downgrade my OEM version of Windows Vista business to Windows XP Professional?

  Yes. Right of demotion OEM desktop operating systems PC apply to Windows Vista business and Windows Vista Edition full, as stated in the terms of the license. Please note, downgrade versions OEM Windows Vista business and Windows Vista Ultimate are limited to Windows XP Professional (including Windows XP Edition Tablet PC and Windows XP x 64 edition). End users can use the following media for their downgrade: Volume Licensing media (provided that the end-user has a Volume License Agreement), trade retail (FPP) or System Builder hologram CD (provided that the software is acquired in accordance with the Microsoft OEM System Builder License). Use of degraded operating system is governed by the Windows Vista Business license terms, and the end user cannot use the downgrade and professional Windows Vista operating system. There is no right of demotion for Windows Vista Home Basic or Windows Vista Edition Home Premium.

• Product key lost after upgrade to windows 7

  Hey,.

  Just thought it should be mentioned that the lost product key of installed software (legitimately) on upgrades of machines pre windows can be retrieved from the file created 'windows.old' on the C: drive, using key finder software. It saved me forking out good money for buying again the likes of office etc because I had lost the key of product from the purchase.

  Notice of the Microsoft support Web site and my software (software4students.co.uk) retailer was to give up and re-buy.

  I couldn't find mention of it on another forum, where my comment.

  See you soon,.

  DOM

  Product key - where to find the Windows product key

  If you bought a computer with Windows preinstalled would a certificate of authenticity (COA) sticker somewhere on your computer. It will say what version of Windows you have and will also have an alphanumeric code at 25 on it - this is your product key. If it is not on your computer look in your documents or on any case of CD/DVD that was included with the computer.

  If you purchased Windows 7, it should be included in the retail box.

  If you purchased Windows 7 online and downloaded that the key should be sent to you by e-mail.

  Top 13 free programs of Finder product key (for Windows and other software):
  http://pcsupport.about.com/od/productkeysactivation/TP/topkeyfinder.htm

  Top 6 Premium Product Key Finder programs (for Windows and other software):
  http://pcsupport.about.com/od/productkeysactivation/TP/premium-KeyFinder-software.htm

  Questions about installing Windows 7?
  FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions from Installation Windows 7 & responses

• Windows 7 OEM never active key but can't find discs, I can sell it?

  I have a spare Windows 7 OEM key, I bought several years for construction of the computer, but ended up never activate. I kept it in a journal of all keys that, over time, I bought, but I don't have the disks. MS has retained this page to download Windows 7 when you plug the key, I have confirmed here that the key is always good. I have an old SSD to sell with it, too. So it is possible to sell safe key with the SSD because it has never been activated?

  Yes, you can, as long as this is not enabled.

• Microsoft have all Windows 7 OEM ISO downloads and buy an a microsoft certified provider ok OEM key?

  Microsoft have all Windows 7 OEM ISO downloads and buy an OEM key provider Microsoft Certified OK?

  What I hear for question 1 is it a new Digital River (Microsoft ISO download service) since you can now no longer download the Iso of Windows 7 from Microsoft unless you have a retail key.  Question 2 is explicit thanks.

  No, there is no key only option sanctioned by Microsoft, so be prepared to find the rejected key if you try to download the ISO. The PID is actually built into the authorization key, all other sent by e-mail is meaningless

  Microsoft are selling more than Windows 7, all real dealers withdrew the product.