Windows 7 OEM vs full vs upgrade

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• Buy Windows 7 OEM and hardware to upgrade one old PC

  I have a computer running windows XP Pro and want to upgrade the hardware and software.

  I intend to replace the memory and the hard drive, now in the old days, they told me by Microsoft Licensing, it was ok for that but it was in the days of XP.

  Microsoft changing licenses so want to make sure that it is always ok.

  I don't want to run Windows 8, as is the new VISTA.

  I'm not worried about my files that I intend to install fresh and they can be transferred from the old drive.

  Nor am I worried about being locked to the PC once activated.

  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

  So I recommend that you first install the new hardware, then proceed with the installation of Windows 7 on new material.

• Windows 7 OEM re-activation after upgrading RAM (-2G)

  Hello

  I have a computer laptop lenovo, and a cleaning set up using the OEM through the DVD license from digital river. (Win 7 Home premium)
  Use it for awhile, I upgraded my RAM (-2G), then I'll have an invalid activation message.
  I thought this only happens when I change my motherboard, but sometimes also the RAM upgrade (+ 2G)?
  I heard that I had to call someone to fix it, but can't find the right number.
  Could someone help me on the number? or another way to solve this problem?
  Best,
  HW

  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

• Difference between upgrade of Windows 8 and Windows 8 OEM

  Is there a difference between Windows 8 pro upgrade offers DVD and OEM of Windows 8? Installation specific functionality and the appearance of Windows 8 OEM differs from DVD upgrade offer?

  The end result of a clean installation is the same for both versions.

  The upgrade DVD requires a product calling present at the beginning of the installation, but it can be erased so that you can install clean.

  The upgraded version is transferable to another system. The System Builder version is related to the first system on which it is installed.

• 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)

• Re-installing Windows XP (OEM - purchased version of njewspaper ad without mentioning it was OEM only) after the installation of the pirate Win Xp (full version). Can I retrieve pirate settings to not reinstall aps (have about 100). __

  Hello
  I'm trying to reinstall Windows XP (OEM - purchased version advertises in newspapers not to mention it was OEM only) after the installation of the pirate Win Xp (full version). Can I retrieve pirate settings to not reinstall aps (have about 100).
  (I guess I have to change registry to eventually replace OEM version with pirate version - it still would make it impossible to activate the automatic updates). Or I can just reinstall registry then replace edition OEM version? (Would still allow the applications to be installed without the re - install?) (A major pain).

  Visit the Genuine Microsoft software and click on Validate Windows.  After that validation fails, look for the Get Genuine button and click on it to find out how to acquire a Kit of WGA. Carey Frisch

• If I buy a copy of the oem version of Windows 7 is it possible to upgrade to Windows 10?

  * Original title: need help

  If I buy a copy of the oem version of Windows 7 is it possible to upgrade to Windows 10?

  Yes, you can upgrade from versions of Windows 7 OEM to Windows 10:

  • How to download official Windows 10 ISO files
  • How to: upgrade previous versions of Windows using the file ISO for Windows 10

  Please note that you must take advantage of the free upgrade offer before July 30, 2015.

  You can find software OEM System Builder of dozens of online merchants. The current price for OEM Windows 7 Professional Newegg, for example, is $ 140. When I checked a few minutes ago, Amazon offered packages OEM Windows 7 Professional from several vendors at prices ranging from $ 101 to $ 150. When I checked earlier, a package specifically designed for reconditioned PCs cost only $ 50 for a 64-bit copy.

  There is no technical limitation to prevent you from using OEM software on your computer, although this software only works for a clean install, not an upgrade. In the past, Microsoft has been remarkably inconsistent in his advice to clients on the question of whether this practice is allowed. (See "is allowed to use Windows OEM on your own PC? Don't ask Microsoft. »)

  Source: http://www.zdnet.com/article/seven-perfectly-legal-ways-to-get-windows-7-cheap-or-even-free/

• 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.

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• Windows 7 OEM Hardware Upgrade policy

  If I buy a PC with Windows 7 preinstalled OEM, am I allowed to later:
  1) upgrade the CPU to a faster model with more hearts?
  (2) add an additional processor if my motherboard supports?
  (3) replace the HD that OEM Windows 7 has been installed with a faster HD more recent?

  Here are a few likely Corsican action that I might want to take:
  (1) buy a workstation z400 Hewlett Packard 2.4 GHZ Dual Core Xeon W3503 with OEM Windows 7 now and upgrade the processor to a 2.66 GHZ Quad Core Xeon W3520 a few years later, when I have the money.
  (2) purchase a Hewlett Packard with Windows 7 OEM z400 installed on the 160 GB hard drive now, but install Windows 7 OEM on a new hard drive to 500 GB 10 000 rpm when I either money or original 160 GB hard drive crashes.

  Only, I thought I should ask now before buying a system with Windows 7 OEM installed because I know that there are certain laws determine what I can and can not update when I use a Microsoft OEM operating system.  I want to get all this directly now to ensure that I don't block me in an obsolete technology.

  It's a little tangent to my original question, but Microsoft has just made life easier for us power users!

  "If you build a PC for your personal use or to install an additional operating system in a virtual machine, you can now buy software OEM System Builder using the personal use license." -
  http://www.Microsoft.com/OEM/en/licensing/sblicensing/pages/personal-use-license.aspx#fBid=qBpUr_2iUxC

   

  It's crazy awesome! The personal use license terms are very reasonable and they make it where feed us junkies can start back to Newegg and TigerDirect!

   

  Thank you, Microsoft.

   

  You guys Rock!

   

  Shawn

• Profesional OEM of Windows 7 and Office 2010 OEM policy for the upgrade of processor and graphics card

  Hello!

  I bought Windows 7 OEM (Ulitimate) and Office 2010 OEM (profesional) several months ago. (Less than 6 months). They have been activated very easily.

  Then I bought the latest version of the Tomb Raider game. I installed it and now I can't playe is good, but not very good. Now, I'll upgrade the processor and the display adapter to play this game. If I do that, I have no problem with my windows and perhaps Office activation? If so, what should I do to solve the problem?

  Thank you.

  Change the CPU doesn't require re-activation, but if it is triggered, you can always reactivated 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

• Are there differences between Windows 7 OEM and the commercial full version?

  Are there differences between Windows 7 OEM and the commercial full version?

  Commercial versions include two disks installing 32 and 64 bits and can be moved to new systems.

  OEM versions are either 32 or 64-bit - only installation disc is included - and cannot be moved to a new system.

• Windows 7 student version is identical to the full version upgrade if I'm upgrading from XP

  Windows 7 student version is identical to the full version upgrade if I'm upgrading from XP

  Ronnie,

  Thanks, if it is so why Microsoft sells version upgrade to the full version of its operating system, I was going to buy a full version, but if the student version will do exactly the same thing I may as well save the money. Also, I was wondering what was the difference between student and other versions of office, you views would be appreciated because it is all a bit confusing. Thank you once again.

  Regards Simon Cheetham

  The difference between Windows 7 full version and upgrade versions is a matter of convenience.

  The full version of Windows 7 does not require that you have a license of qualification to be eligible for the upgrade.

  In order to install the Windows 7 upgrade version, you must have a system of eligible operating Windows installed and activated.  You cannot install a version upgrade of Windows 7 on a drive blank.

  You can do the same thing with the student version, which makes the different student version is applied reduction if you have an account valid .edu.  There is no difference is the code of a regular retail upgrade version.

  Also, I must point out, updates make it affordable for consumers to spend in future versions. For example, the PC I'm running now provided with Windows XP Professional, I didn't buy the Windows Vista Business Upgrade, Windows 7 Professional Upgrade instead of buying full versions of these newer versions.
  
  Also, I was wondering what the difference was between the students and the other versions of microsoft office, you views would be appreciated because it is all a bit confusing.

  One is a productivity suite and the other is an operating system. If you are referring to editing Office home and student, good Office Home and Student edition allows you to install on 3 computers. She is allowed only for noncommercial purposes. You are not eligible to reductions in upgrade for future versions. Andre Da Costa http://adacosta.spaces.live.com http://www.activewin.com

• If I buy a computer today microsoft will modernize me to windows 8 without paying full price?

  If I buy a pc with windows 7 today micrsoft will allow me to get windows 8 without Pariente full price?

  Hello davidbauman_981,

  See the following program options:

  Overview of the Windows upgrade offer program: Through Windows upgrade offer, customers who purchase a qualifying Windows 7 PC from June 2, 2012, through January 31, 2013 will receive a promotional offer for a downloadable Windows 8 copy when it is available.

  There are three steps in the process:

  ·         First of all, your customer buys a qualifying PC running Windows 7 Home Basic, Home Premium, professional or integral of June 2, 2012, through January 31, 2013.

  ·         Second, they visit the promotional Web site to register for the promotion of an upgrade of Windows 8.

  ·         Thirdly, the customer is when Windows 8 is available for purchase and download.

  Eligible customers:

  The offer will be limited to customers who buy a new PC sold during the promotional period with a Windows 7 OEM certificate of authenticity corresponding:

  ·         Windows 7 Home Basic;

  ·         Windows 7 Edition Home Premium;

  ·         Windows 7 Professional; or

  ·         Windows 7 Ultimate.

  Microsoft will limit the promotional price for an offer to upgrade by PC purchased and a maximum limit of five offers to upgrade by the customer.  Visitors will also have to complete the redemption of the promotion of a geography supported, see the section News Programme on https://windowsupgradeoffer.com/en-US/Home/ProgramInfo for more information.

  Hope that answers your question.

  Marilyn

• Windows 7 OEM 64 bit and OPK kit?

  I was told to buy Windows 7 OEM 64 bit. I want it for my own laptop for my own use, mainly for internet, itunes etc. I just saw on the packaging that I must use the OPK to install it, it is essential because I obviously do not have and not was not recommended, I still would.

  The OPK is used by professional system integrators to prepare your computer before it is sold to a customer and make sure that things like the EULA is accepted.

  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

  OEM licenses must be installed by professional system manufacturers. Under Microsoft's OEM license agreement, they should not be sold to end-users under any circumstances, must be preinstalled on a computer using the preinstallation OEM (OPK) before delivery to the customer and include to the at least the manufacturer contact information. They are, therefore, designed for installation only on a single computer and are not transferable, even if the original computer is no longer in use. This isn't usually a problem for users who buy a new computer, because systems that most pre-assembled systems ship with a preinstalled operating system. There are very few circumstances where Microsoft will allow the transfer of licensed OEM for a non-functional system to another, but the OEM System Builder License Agreement (SBLA), as well as the EULA (EULA) OEM contract don't contain any provision for this, it is entirely at the discretion of Microsoft, depending on the situation

  http://www.Microsoft.com/OEM/en/licensing/sblicensing/pages/licensing_for_hobbyists.aspx
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