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• 'Upgrade' from Vista to Windows 7 without a clean install

  Is it possible to upgrade from Vista Home Premium 64-bit for Windows 7 Professional 64 bit. I searched through the forums and most of the responses seem to confuse "upgrade" with "clean install". I bought the Windows 7 upgrade in order to keep all of my existing programs and settings in place not re - install everything from the beginning.

  Is it possible to upgrade Windows Vista to Windows 7? If this isn't the case, then I don't see how Microsoft can claim to offer a "upgrade path". I don't think a "clean install" is the generally accepted definition of an upgrade.

  It is NOT possible!

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

  Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor.

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

  Railways upgrade to Windows 7 at the link above.

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

  Windows 7 Hardware/Software Compatibility Center.

  For any question on Windows 7:

  http://social.answers.Microsoft.com/forums/en-us/category/Windows7

  Link above is Windows 7 Forum for questions on Windows 7.

  Windows 7 questions should be directed to the it.

  You are in the Vista Forums.

  See you soon.

  Mick Murphy - Microsoft partner

• Just upgraded from XP to Windows 7 without any apparent problems.

  A few minutis in a video game (Neverwinter Nights 2), the computer turns off completely, as I pulled the plug.  By pressing the pc power button, a dialog box appears wanting to know if I want to start Windows in normal mode, indicating that Windows did not shut down properly.
  Selection of normal mode, Windows starts well.   This same game worked fine under XP.   I tried a new game (Dragon Age), with the same result.   I installed all the latest drivers for my video & sound card.

  There are a few possibilities.  The first is that your power supply in your PC is failing or not able to provide enough power.  While you play a game, the power supply could be difficult to provide the power of your graphics card.  The more you play, the hotter the PSU gets.  As a power supply gets warmer, it cannot deliver as all the juice.  For example, you could eventually hit a point where it fails and the computer turns off.

  Another possibility is associated with your CPU heat.  If the CPU is too hot, the BIOS can shut down your computer.  However, as a general rule, you are filled with a blue error screen and not just one stop when this happens.

  Finally, in very rare circumstances, you may have a motherboard BIOS that fires to stop something in the game code.  I have seen this on old 16-bit, and games with insulation of memory today in games, it seems very unlikely, it does, but you might want to see if your motherboard has an updated BIOS and install it.

  My first guess is right, that it is related to energy consumption.  If you happen to have a different power supply, you can try swapping them and to see if the other worked it, or if it of too much, take it to a professional and have them examine the question for you.

  Kevin

• The upgrade from Vista to Windows 7: How can I make sure that I keep Microsoft Office

  A few months back I took advantage of this offer to upgrade from Vista to Windows 7 for a discounted price. After that I downloaded the upgrade file, Upgrade Advisor told me that because I'm using Vista business and I was upgrade 7, that my computer would probably be home must pass through with a 'clean install', thus wiping my hard drive.

  That's fine with me, I could just move my documents and Favorites on an external hard drive. But I'm afraid that the upgrade will be wipe my Microsoft Office programs.

  I bought this computer a few years ago. I don't even know if I bought the program with office bundled with it, or if I bought it separately (and probably the discs are somewhere in storage).

  How can I make this update without losing Microsoft Office? Is it possible to confirm if my word has come with my computer or if I installed it separately. If it came with it, and I lose it, certainly there must be a free way for me to recover. Right?

  Any other advice for someone planning on the upgrade?

  Thank you!

  You're the one who knows if you installed Office.

  Office (Word, etc.) comes for free with Windows. you have to buy.

  If Office is preinstalled, it was a test.

  A clean installation will wipe everything.

  You cannot transfer programs.

  It needs to be reinstalled from the original media.

  If you do not have the desktop drive:

  http://support.Microsoft.com/default.aspx/KB/326246

  'How to replace Microsoft software or hardware, order service packs and upgrades, and replace product manuals'

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  http://social.answers.Microsoft.com/forums/en-us/w7install/threads

  "Download Windows 7 installed and activated on your PC."

  They will help you in the Windows 7 Forum at the above address.

  See you soon.

  Mick Murphy - Microsoft partner

• I did an upgrade from Vista to Windows 7 and when I trired to reboot, I get the check disk error

  I did an upgrade from Vista to Windows 7 and when I trired to reboot, I get the following message and there's like this. I tried to cancel the disk check with in 10 seconds by pressing a key, but it still is not.
  Message:
  "Checking file system on C:.
  The type of the file system is NTFS.
  One of your disks needs to be checked for consistency. You can cancel the disk check, but it is highly cool that you continue.
  To check the disk a press any in 10 second (s). »

  How your problem is related to Windows Update (compared to the Windows upgrade)?

  This post here instead, questions please: 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'm upgrading from Vista to Windows 7 and download repeat myself "content of the file could not be verified."

  I tried to download the upgrade from Vista to Windows 7 (32 bit) and get the following message is displayed.

  "The file could not be verified."

  Please directly contact the Microsoft Store.

• Windows install-"error 1325 - 'Documents' is not a valid short file name"; After upgrading from Vista to Windows 7, cannot load new software. ____

  After an upgrade from Vista to Windows 7, everything on the system seemed to work properly. up to what I tried to re - install everything deleted software or install new software.  As soon as Windows Installer starts the following error message appears: "error 1325 - 'Documents' is not a valid short file name.

  If this could have something to do with the new pads MSFT security permissions on folders (with padlock) during a upgrade as well as related hidden junctions by compared to the user by the system?

  I tried to install the update system of Lenovo and MSFT Windows Installer Clean Up clean in the hope that the software would help alleviate my problems. See below the link on advice from MSFT on the same error.

  http://support.Microsoft.com/%2Fkb%2F328162

  Unfortunately, I cannot even load the previously recommended THAT MSFT software to solve this error.  I also tried to install the software as 'Run as Administrator' and in 'Safe Mode '.  Even if I could not load the software recommended to MSFT, I was able to install iTunes to Apple through Apple Software Update, I guess, that they do not use Windows Installer.

  With the new structure of junction there is several files or links to the same folder across file system, if it is a folder authorization number which specific files/links are I need to remove restrictions?

  Any help would be appreciated, if not I'll have to do a clean install and individually reinstall each piece of software... Thank you.

  I think I found the solution for this point, because I have just encountered the same problem in our environment and here's what I did to solve it:

  -Create a higher level permissions at the root of the folder redirection (for example \\servername\mydocredirfolder): grant the Group authenticated users the following permissions and apply it to "this folder only" ALLOW: list folders/read data, reading, reading attributes, read extended attributes, create files / add data

  I think the MSI is trying to read the free space on the disk on the server, but it cannot because it tries to access the folder where your my documents redirection is sitting.

  Good luck!

• After upgrade from Vista to Windows 7 Ultimate home, no problem connecting to the internet when logged as an administrator, but cannot connect to the internet using the standard account. How to fix this?

  After upgrade from Vista to Windows 7 Ultimate home, no problem connecting to the internet when logged in as an administrator,

  but unable to connect to the internet using the standard account.  I have the latest version of the Solution Explorer.

  How to fix this?

  Glad to hear it.

  If the problem is resolved, mark the message as response, then it'll be useful for people with similar/identical problem.

• If you have upgraded from vista to windows 7, you can then upgrade to windows 8

  If you have upgraded from vista to windows 7, you can then upgrade to windows 8

  Yes, Windows Vista and Windows 7 can be used as a qualification of licensing. The upgrade to Windows 7 you will preserve both your personal files, settings and installed applications.

  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/

• I upgraded from XP to Windows 7 now to print PDF files with the line down side of the document.

  I upgraded from XP to Windows Professional 7 Professional now print PDF files with line down side of the document. The line does not appear in the document only on the printed page. I reinstalled and lines still there. I tried PDF disturbances and he pulled out the line at the bottom of the page, but not on the side of the document.  The error log is full of printing errors. Any suggestions?

  Your problem solved and answered?

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

• Upgrade from Vista to Windows 7 and my Officejet L7780 will not scan (no scan options) displayed?

  I've recently upgraded from Vista to Windows 7 now my Officejet Pro L7780 will not scan.  No scan option does not appear, anyone having this problem and do you have a fix for this problem.

  I try to download the latest drivers for Win7 on HP site and try it.

  http://h10025.www1.HP.com/ewfrf/wc/softwareCategory?cc=us&LC=en&DLC=en&product=2512010

  I hope this helps.

• Number keys don't work since the upgrade from vista to windows, anyone know why?

  Numbers on my laptop keyboard keys don't work since the upgrade from vista to windows7, anyone know why? Keys of numbers very well work in office and other software for browsers

  See the following troubleshooting steps below thanks Azam K with Microsoft Support:

  Try to activate the numeric keypad and check if it helps, here are the steps:

  1. open on-screen keyboard by clicking theStart button,all programs, Accessories, easy accessand then clickingOn-screen Keyboard.

  2. click onOptions, check thepad box and then clickOK.

  I also suggest you to start the computer using safe mode and check if it works properly, following the steps:

  1 restart your computer if it is running.
  2. tap on the F8 key after your initially on powers computer.
  3. Once you see the menu Advanced Boot Options, you can stop tapping.
  4. use the up/down arrow keys to highlight your selection.
  5. select Safe Mode and press ENTER.
  6. you should see loading drivers and wait please.
  7. you should then be at the Welcome screen.
  8. connect to your computer using an account with administrator privileges.
  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/start-your-computer-in-safe-mode

  If it works fine in Safe Mode, then try to perform the audit and the clean boot, here's the link:

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/929135

  If it is not working in Mode without failure, then try the System File Checker and see if it helps, here are the steps:

  1. click on start, click principally made programs, accessories, right-click on command prompt and select run as administrator.
  2. click on continue or provide administrator credentials if prompted.
  3. in the command prompt window, type the following text, and then press ENTER:
  sfc/scannow

  Here is an article that will give you information about Scan SFC:
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/936212

  I hope this helps!

  OT

  Change options for accessibility on Windows 7
  Control Panel
  l---> ease of access Center
  I---> make the keyboard easier to use
  I---> uncheck "turn on mouse keys.

• HP Media Center m1050e PC - unable to connect to the internet after upgrade from XP to Windows 7

  My desktop PC with Windows 7 will not connect internet after the transition from XP to Windows 7 Home Premium.  This necessary upgrade actually recording files and a new install of Windows 7.  When getting help from support of the router to load a new driver, I get an error message "Realtek network Contoller is not found".  They say it's a question that HP will help solve.  Can anyone help?

  You are the very welcome.

  You should be able to do.

  I think that the best thing to do would be to buy an external usb 10/100 LAN RJ-45 adapter.

  But, if you want to get an internal card, then you can get a PCI network adaper to enter one of the PCI slots available on the motherboard.

• Pavilion a6207c: upgrade from vista to windows 7 Home premium

  I want to move from vista to windows edition Home premium, but I'm told that I need to know if my computer can actually support windows 7. Can someone tell me how can I tell if my computer is able to be upgraded to windows 7? I have a pavilion of hp with a 32-bit operating system, the model number is a6207c. Thank you

  Run the Advisor to upgrade Windows 7 from here:

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/help/upgrading-from-Windows-Vista-to-Windows-7#T1=tab01

• Upgrade from Vista to Windows 10

  I have a computer with vista installed and I have windows 7 Pro Software. Can I upgrade vista to windows 10 or do I have to upgrade to windows 7 first

  Hello

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

  This information covers 7, 8.1, and 10.

  Follow these steps before you install Windows 7.

  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

  «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 buy you and upgrade (new installation) of Windows 8.1.

  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

  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.