Is Windows 7 Pro installed or do you have to do the downgrade through windows 8?
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Windows 7 Pro came pre-installed with upgrade disks for windows 8. The original 'load' was very basic with not many add-ons(nice).
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the unit I received boots up with windows 8 so it would have to do the downgrade
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Just powered on mine for the first time and Windows 7 Professional was already loaded.
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Mine came with Windows 7 professional installed and with recovery disks for Windows 8 should you want to upgrade.
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We show that Windows 7 Professional should be installed on the unit.Please let us know if we can be of any further assistance.
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It comes with the Windows 8 Pro and can be downgraded to Windows 7 Professional 64-bit.
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The unit comes with Windows 7 Pro pre-installed via downgrade rights from Windows 8 Pro.
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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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I have a laptop with Windows 7 and one with Windows 8. Both operating systems work nicely, IMO. Windows 7 seems to be a bit faster, but I prefer the look of Windows 8. As for how to downgrade from Windows 8 to Windows 7, you would need to reformat your PC and install a Windows 7 disc.
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"Can one simply upgrade the Windows 7 Home Edition to Windows 7 professional on this machine?"http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gtBZO7ZKOc4
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Actually you need to upgrade Windows 8 to 8.1 before you can install the pro version (the upgrade to 8.1 from 8 is free). The pro pack box just has an authorization code in it to download and activate the pro features. You actually have to initiate the pro upgrade from the Windows 8.1 control panel and then enter the code so with a previous version of Windows (or none at all) there is no way to initiate the install.
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Actually, this model is already downgraded to Windows 7 Pro 64-bit at Lenovo's factory. When you turn the computer on, Windows 7 Pro will come up. Windows 8 disks are included with the package in case if you ever decide to upgrade. This computer has one HDMI port.
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It will come with Windows 7. All downgrade rights means is that Microsoft has authorized HP (in this case) to pre-load Windows 7 on this machine from the factory. Also, it will come with a copy of Windows 8 that will enable you to upgrade without having to purchase a new license.
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When I received mine, it was Windows 7 Pro with Windows 8 Pro discs (for upgrade).
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No, this model comes with Windows 8.1, 64-bit. You can upgrade rather easily using the link in the System control panel. However, it may be less expensive for you to just buy a PC with 8.1 Pro pre-installed. Good luck!
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Mine came loaded with Windows 8 Pro, which is downgradable to Windows 7 Pro. You will need to find someone who know what they're doing with computers, or call HP and request Windows 7 restore media. The laptop is a very good machine though.
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This particular model comes with Windows 7 Pro installed and a free Windows 8 upgrade OS disc included, and as this model [originally] came out with Windows 8 installed as the standard OS it shows those specs. The installed Windows 7 Pro is more of an option to cater to those who want it.
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There shouldn't be any issues if you want to roll it back to Win 7, but this particular computer comes with Win 8 pre-installed.
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hi Douglas, No, this one has no downgrade rights to Windows 7. You may reformat the PC and install a Window 7 OS instead, but you will have to buy the OS, media and license, and it will definitely void the PC's warranty. Thanks PCrush