What happens when I get a new computer. Does that mean I have to buy this all over again or is my purchase stored somewhere so I can redownload it?
2080707
You can download it from account again, enter your serial #, and you'll be all set.
75615
You can re download through web site just make sure to but activation key and receipt is safe place. I put mine in the Disk holder I keep all hard disks in.
1469161
Yes, I have installed on 2 computers. You need to write down the activation code the 1st time so you can use it again for the next computer or in case you need to reinstall on your computer. I'm not sure if you would be able to use on more than 2 computers, guess you can try and see what happens.
1814711
No, you can use the old caddy of your computer, otherwise you'll need to buy another one like I did.
596275
I realize this answer is a little late...I've been away. My laptop came with Windows 7 installed, and an upgrade disc for Windows 8. Windows 8 loaded with "downgrade rights" means you would have to install Windows 7, which would be included with your purchase. It just takes more time than purchasing a Windows 7 computer with "upgrade rights." Hope that helps. Answer here...
795615
No you do not. You just have to have a laptop that is new from anywhere. Make sure you buy the proper amount of square trade insurance for your laptop.
1258959
Why not? The new purchase should have an activation code that you can use for the "new" installation!
1093352
You con put it on future computers, just as long s you uninstall it from your previous computers and transfer the serial the new computer.
939964
It can be downloaded online through the system. Just put in the new hard drive and it'll walk you through the rest.
2134667
I did buy/download/buy computer and had to redownload. The WRITE WAY PRO people sent me my license no and allowed me to redownload - since I couldn't find the one I had previously - THEY MAKE IT VERY EASY!
588577
no. I knew the computer was used. It was in the original box and was in VERY good condition. I would do business with this particular seller again. I actually did not get the computer I thought I bought. The problem was NOT with the seller. Amazon put it on wrong. the computer I got does the job but I would rather have gotten the one I thought I purchased the one I got was still a very good deal.
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Thank you for the info. Sounds like though you cannot share a license between comptuers. In the past when I've gotten an ISO copy through school enrollment or employment I've been able to share it among my home comptuers (I believe the limit was 3, but I was really only using it for 2). Also those copies always had an option to do a "custom install" (reformatting the hard drive and starting from scratch) or an upgrade install (keeping files and settings except when going from XP to 7). Seems like the upgrade copy would still be able to do this, but so too woudln't the system builder copy? Or did I miss that in the article. Thank you again. Thank you for the info. Sounds like though you cannot share a license between comptuers. In the past when I've gotten an ISO copy through school enrollment or employment I've been able to share it among my home comptuers (I believe the limit was 3, but I was really only using it for 2). Also those copies always had an option to do a "custom install" (reformatting the hard drive and starting from scratch) or an upgrade install (keeping files and settings except when going from XP to 7). Seems like the upgrade copy would still be able to do this, but so too woudln't the system... » Read More Thank you for the info. Sounds like though you cannot share a license between comptuers. In the past when I've gotten an ISO copy through school enrollment or employment I've been able to share it among my home comptuers (I believe the limit was 3, but I was really only using it for 2). Also those copies always had an option to do a "custom install" (reformatting the hard drive and starting from scratch) or an upgrade install (keeping files and settings except when going from XP to 7). Seems like the upgrade copy would still be able to do this, but so too woudln't the system builder copy? Or did I miss that in the article. Thank you again. « Show Less
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No - it is installed via DVDs, therefore if your computer crashes then you would just re-install it on your new computer.
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No you cannot transfer installed programs, only files. And you may want to set up a transfer folder with only the files you want and know to be safe, otherwise all files will be transferred, and if your old pc has a virus or any sort of corrupted files they will be transferred to your new pc. But the transfer cable is awesome I was extremely happy with it.
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No. Once you buy it, it is yours & your installation code & info are stored at Sony so if you need to re-install, you can.
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If I get access to it for use on my current computer, will I be able to use it again when I replace the computer?
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Mine was retail. You will have to make sure that you do contact Microsoft if & when you want to move it to another computer. My license is for only "1" computer. I do have an OEM copy that has not been opened or used that is designed for system builders that I will sell for $150.00 & you pay shipping. Did I give you enough?