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• How can I reinstall Acrobat 8 without the disc? I switched from XP to Windows 7. I have the serial number.

  How can I reinstall Acrobat 8 without the disc? I switched from XP to Windows 7. I have the serial number.

  Hi cawcaw70,

  You can download Acrobat 8 from: products download Acrobat | 9: 8

  and use the serial number to activate the software.

  Kind regards

  Rave

• Can satellite M40x-183 - I switch from XP to Windows 7?

  Is it possible to switch from Windows XP to Windows 7 on my Toshiba Satellite M40X-183?

  Hello

  Theoretically, you can do everything, but you know how old your laptop is? In my opinion Windows 7 isn't the first choice for good old classic. It of designed for Windows XP and you should be satisfied with this OS.

  In my opinion, Windows XP is the best choice for old books, that they are not designed for Windows 7.

• can I switch from xp to windows 10?

  received a laptop unused former bought 4-5 years ago. the product key will not work and the Word locked. trying to move from xp to windows 10 said... but I can do? If so, how? can not buy any software package so that it should cost no money. Thank you.

  No, you can't update Windows Xp for Windows 10.

  Ms. call to activate the product key. Allow at least 3-4 hours on the phone support.

  Only other option would be to switch to Linux. The system of open source and open source. Try Mint, puppy or Ubuntu to your specifications.

• Switch from Ubuntu to Windows 7

  Hi all -

  I recently bought a new PC which is under Ubuntu, but I bought Windows 7 and prefer to use as my OS.  How can I do to uninstall Ubuntu and install Windows 7 as my OS?  Thanks a ton

  How to start from the DVD:
  http://pcsupport.about.com/od/tipstricks/HT/bootcddvd.htm

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

• Switching from XP to Windows 7 on my Satellite M30

  Hello...

  I have a Satellite M30 with XP and you want to clean install Windows 7.
  I think that this is possible, but I noticed that Toshiba does not support my model (M30) for his DVD to upgrade to windows 7 that wants to say I can't do?
  Has anyone successfully clean not unhooked W7 from XP on satellite M30 laptop?

  Hi mate

  Toshiba does not support Win 7 on M30 t but it is not meant that you can not install this OS on the M30 Sat.

  I installed Windows 7 on my laptop that is not Win 7 supported and everything is OK!
  Of course it took some time until that all drivers have been collected, but this isn't a big pain

  You can check this Toshiba HowTo doc that should help you to find the right driver for Win 7
  http://forums.computers.Toshiba-Europe.com/forums/Ann.jspa?annID=78

  This allows to identify the unknown devices and to check the drivers!

• Switching from XP to Windows 7 that do I need what I can buy the upgrade or need of that

  XP

  Hello

  Run the Upgrade Advisor

  Know if your PC can run Windows 7
  http://www.Microsoft.com/Windows/Windows-7/get/Upgrade-Advisor.aspx

  Upgrade Windows XP to Windows 7
  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/help/upgrading-from-Windows-XP-to-Windows-7

  Upgrade XP to Windows 7 - video
  http://CnetTV.CNET.com/upgrade-Windows-XP-Windows-7/9742-1_53-50078260.html

  I hope this helps.
  Rob - bicycle - Mark Twain said it is good.

• can I switch from xp to windows 8

  I'm currently under Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2 and as you know support has ended. I want windows 8 (because you can update to windows 8.1 free), but is it possible? Or should I upgrade to vista or windows 7 instead. Please any OS than xp. And if it is possible what version (e.g.Pro or Core or business)?

  also if I copy "system C:" from another computer running windows 8 and put it on a cd/usb could I install from there (probably illegal but I was wondering)? Thankx = D

  Hello

  Please see the following - http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-8/upgrade-from-windows-vista-xp-tutorial

  Kind regards

  Patrick

• can I switch from xp to windows 10 basis?

  I have xp on my pc I get to windows 10

  Hello

  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 update free from XP to Vista, 7, 8.1, or 10.

  Forget Vista as support extended for Vista SP2 will end April 2017.

  Follow these steps before you buy Windows 7; Windows 7 SP1 to support extended to January 14, 2020.

  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 Compatibility Center" for software and hardware:

  http://www.Microsoft.com/Windows/compatibility/Windows-7/en-us/default.aspx

  Windows 7 upgrade paths:

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

  «Installation and reinstallation of Windows 7»

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

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  Follow these steps before buying and upgrading (new installation) of Windows 8.1; extended support ends on January 10, 2023.

  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; extended support ends 14 October 2025:

  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

  Microsoft deploys Windows 10 available as free upgrade to Windows 7 features, Windows and Windows Phone 8.1 8.1 qualified. It will be available from July 29, 2015

  "FAQ Windows 10.

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

  See you soon.

• Easy transfer from Vista to Windows 8 questions

  I receive a notice of failure in trying to use transfer of Vista on my new computer Windows 8. Tranafer cable allows you to connect devices and then said he could not continue and asks me to restart... what I did without success.

  Hello

  Here is the information from Microsoft on Easy Transfer.

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-8/transfer-files-settings-another-PC

  And it is a very good tutorial on how to do it:

  http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/tutorials/transfer-data-from-old-computer-to-Windows-8/

  For more information on the problems with it, please post in the Forums of Windows 8.

  http://answers.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows/Forum/windows_8

  See you soon.

• Media Center Guide fails to download since switching from Vista to Windows 7 Home Premium. Downloads fail error messages about invalid security token. After you enter the postal code in the installer, I am not prompted to choose a cable provider I was w

  With Windows 7, I get stations but Guide cannot download lists.
  Media Center of Vista had worked correctly before the upgrade.
  I have the analog and digital tuners on one card and use the cable (Comcast) analog and digital antenna.
  Since Windows 7, I am not prompted to select a cable company after entering the postal code in the installer.
  I tried other suggestions on this site and nothing worked.

  Hello Daysailer,

  Thanks for posting on the Microsoft answers Forum.

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  It is a sponsored Microsoft Web site and they have users who are very experienced in internet TV and other issues WMC.
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• Switching from XP to Windows & Professional 32 bit of disk to reinstall Dell computer Dell laptop, no

  I bought what I thought, it was a professional Windows 7 operating system from a supplier online. I got a Dell reinstallation DVD for Windows 7 Professional SP1 32 - Bit, in a sealed envelop Dell P/N 04DTND, complete with the Microsoft COA sticker on this issue with a product key. Can I use this disc to upgrade my Dell laptop no XP to Windows 7?

  No, sorry, but its OEM version and the product key is for Dell computers only. It can run for a short period, but will then "Non-genuine". Also, the device drivers does not match what you need for your PC.

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

• Since the switch from XP to Windows 7, I can't find a menu that allows me to display the window to check on my HP Photosmart C4180 ink levels

  Have tried to re - run the install disc, but he won't accept it.

  The printer works OK with all other normal windows showing otherwise

  This printer has windows 7 support go to the HP website and download the new drivers.

  You need to uninstall the old drivers.

  Also, go to start, right click on computer go to properties, advanced, hardware system settings, device settings - not allow me to choose and never install the driver from Windows update, save the changes.

  Turn on the printer but not brancher plug into USB port, install the downloaded driver and connect the USB for the guest.

• Can I switch from xp to windows 8 without losing my personal files?

  I intend to go to 8, 8.1 not.  I will be using the download from the Web Microsoft Store site rather than using a DVD copy. Not sure if I need to back up personal files?

  Thank you.

  If you are upgrading Windows XP, you will only be able to bring along your personal files. But as I mentioned earlier, if something should go wrong during the upgrade, you may lose all your files. An ounce of backup protection is worth a pound of unrecoverable files!

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

• Switching from XP to Windows 7 on Pavillion a1620y; How can I reinstall Works to restore partition

  I upgraded my a1620y Pavilion of XP to Windows 7 (new installation).  It works fine, but I would like to reinstall Microsoft Works that came on my computer.  Can I access the recovery partition to install it, and if not, how can I reinstall it from HP not did me not the original disks?

  Thank you.

  Hello

  Sorry, but you're out of luck.