Can you format the computer to change OS?
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Indeed, Windows 8 isn't 100% stable yet. I think that Ubuntu or W7 are good choices.
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Depends on which operating system you're changing it to and the hardware in the computer. You will have to do some research on the components of this laptop and determine its compatibility with other operating systems, such as Linux or Mac. If you are simply referring to changing it to say Window 7, you more than likely won't have any compatibility issues as both 7 and 8 are similar. Also, note that if you do change the OS, a lot of the time it will void the warranty on the computer. Honestly, I like Windows 8. It runs very well without issue. If you're concerned about the new metro interface and want to have a normal desktop with a start menu, all you need to do is do a little research on software that both bypasses the metro interface (takes you directly to the desktop look automatically) and adds a start menu back.
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Yes, it can. I've replaced my laptop and desktop once since I got O2007 and the only thing I had to do is call an 800# and an automated system activated it for me without any hassle. It's pretty painless. I'd assume O2010 works the same way. Also had replaced a machine since Win7 was installed and it was the same painless process.
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Yes you can, it uses MST, which is not dependent on os, just video card/drivers.
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CO Girl, you can use Cloud technology if u can upload your OS, or use flash drive. Before mine was Win7 now I have change it to Win 8 using fish drive.
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yes, you can if you choose. you'd just have to set the boot order correctly in the BIOS
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most computers do not ship a os cd anymore. normally you can request one from the manufacturer but it will cost
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I'm a Mac user not Windows. However, I believe it does not matter what system you are running as long as it's formatted correctly.
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I don't think so, mate. Says Windows 8 OS or something like that. P.S. If you have not checked out Windows 8, be sure to do so. I wish I had because I hate it. This purchase was the biggest mistake I've made in a long time.
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No u have to format.. partition.. and load Windows 7..if it's a new drive u have to do a fresh install..
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Can one simply upgrade the Windows 7 Home Edition to Windows 7 professional on this machine?
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This one does not come with an OS. There is a similar model number with the same hardware that does comes with Windows 7, however.
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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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In short, No. It won't allow you to install it over a newer operating system, and since this is an upgrade disk, you can't do a clean install or even a dual boot install with this disk (unless you have a full version disk for an older operating system).
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if you have the bootable installation disk or USB, there'll be a prompt that will ask you: install the OS, restore from Time machine or enter Disk utility. Good luck!
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Sorry to say the answer is NO. The system will not boot from CD/DVD or USB drive so no way to install any other Operating System
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It can be used with a windows computer if reformatted. But not straight out of the box.
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To change the OS on this machine, you would need to purchase a separate copy of Windows 7. Barebone machines usually consist of only the case, motherboard, and power supply.