the os is win8 pro and how can i reduce it to win7 pro? it seems micosoft allow to do this but how can i do it?
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Yes, you can downgrade Win 8 to Win 7. Here is web that show you how to do it: http://www.crn.com/slide-shows/applications-os/240155734/how-to-downgrade-from-windows-8-to-windows-7.htm
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Windows 8. SOMETIMES you can get the seller to give you a disk for 7. I am using Linux Mint. Way better than Windows and free but I have 7for dual boot just in case.
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Hi Jeff, by default the unit runs with Windows 8 pro. Windows 7, however, is also pre installed on the unit. But to be able to use Windows 7, you need to do a downgrade process.Thanks, PCrush
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Window 8 then there is a free 3 hour upgrade to Win 8.1. It works way better and has better shortcuts to apps and system functions. Hope that helped.
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No, the OS is windows 8, but you can simulate windows 7 on the desktop. That is why I decided to keep it as is.
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I couldn't find any...It may be built in to windows 7 buy now.... I would try another one because of win8 platform and the lack of support for the older ones. Ive stopped using mine because it caused freezing and lock ups.
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which os do you hav in it? i am running wins 8 and it loves it thats what it really needed. i am a computer builder and repairer.
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Hello J. Deutsch, Thanks for your interest! The computer has Windows 8 pre-installed on it. We only sell used items, and we do not have a way to uninstall operating systems. You may be able to take the customer somewhere to have this done, but we are not 100% sure. Sorry we couldn't be of more help.
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it has win 7 Starter, and you can (I did) upgrade to win 7 home premium. it takes it about an hour, so do it plugged in. MSFT has a program you can d/l and run that will tell you if the hardware is OK to upgrade. I ran it and it said everything was good to upgrade. Even tho I upgraded the ram to 2GB it's still very slow. I can't imaging using it for anything productive. Just a portable PC for when you really need one that's nice and small.
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I am using it on Windows 8 Pro. I have been using it with no problems for a week now. You could always run it in compatability mode if you need too.
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Windows 8 doesn't do a lot of things. It's not a good operating system just yet, revert to 7.
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Hello Linda, When I bought my current computer I requested Windows 7 as the OS. My computer "guru" suggested that I purchase the "professional" upgrade to W7 and then I could use all my older software. That is what I did and the older software works just fine, saving me a bundle! Anna
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It comes with win 8, I was able to downgrade it to win 7, after doing some test l reprogram it with win 8. Win 8 is too much faster, you need only "startisback" which will cost you only $4. So you will have UI of windows 7 but much faster.
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I see no problem with that. It is my plan to max out my slots with 32gb as well. I was a windows 7 man myself, listened to all the haters. When I finally did switch to win 8 pro 64 bit. I was very pleased. The architecture of win 8 requires less ram to run. There was a noticeable difference when I made the switch. Something to chew on. Happy building!
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i'm about to upgrade my home pc to Win 8 from 7 and i just bought a laptop that will be delivered with Win 8 so i was just 'gonna wait 'til then to find out; however, i don't see why not but if you're truly anxious you can find out by hooking it up to your pc and running the Win 8 review compatibility process (mostly for apps but my other xdrive cleared). give it a whirl, plus you can always email MS, oui?) i hope this helps some...
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Hi there...I think its hard to go windows7...of course we can do it but...I suggest to stick to the windows 8 better. but before you install...try to download factory recovery DVD first in case.... If it is external..of course you can...anyway...good luck with your customization of your system.
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Not sure if you can downgrade it...but I can tell you this is an AWESOME machine! I would suggest getting this and learning Window 8...it is a bit of a pain to learn...but you'll soon discover that Window 8 is not as bad or as difficult as you might have thought and actually helps things work faster. Hope that helps you out.