Can I get this computer with windows 7 instead of windows 8
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It comes with Windows 8 but coming soon this Summer Windows 10 is about to launch and you can get the free download from microsoft when available. If you want Windows 7 installed you might want to try directly from Dell website so that they can custom build it for you.
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Windows 7 is installed. There's $14.95 deal for a do it yourself upgrade to 8, but if you've never done a similar thing before it can be a challenge.
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You would have to fresh install it your self.It does not come with Windows 7. Only Windows 8.
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The one I received already had Windows 8 installed, but it comes with recovery discs that let you wipe it and put Windows 7 back on it.
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I got mine with Windows 7 3 months ago. you can get either version. Just need to look at the specs
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If your purchasing this particular item it only comes with Windows 8, however you can install Windows 7 if you like, but my advice would be to look at this item instead. It has the same processor with a higher capacity hard drive and an additional 2 gigs of ram as well as having windows 7 preinstalled. Dell Inspiron i15R-2105sLV 15-Inch Laptop (Silver) [Discontinued By Manufacturer]
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It's Windows 8, not Windows 8 Professional. So it can't be downgraded to Windows 7, if that's what you're looking for.
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no. big problems with this.http://www.pchelpforum.com/xf/threads/problems-replacing-windows-8-with-windows-7.145253/
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I do not know that you can swap out 8 to 7, But check out the updated Windows 8.1, as it will be nearly the same as 7. I have not done this yet as I am liking the 8 version now. I do know that you will love this computer as I have had mine for many months now.
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Windows 7 is pre-installed. Windows 8 however suits the PC well if that's your preference.
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Well, mine came with Windows 7 installed and a disk with Windows 8, if you want to "upgrade" which I did not because older software will not work.
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It's not an option with this version. You have to wipe the hard drive and install Windows 7 from scratch. So try and save your data off another drive or usb device.
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You will have Win 7 at initial launch. The unit comes with Win 8 discs to add if you want. I can't speak to the Win 8 option because I'm not using it.
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You can if u r me and have have all the necessary items to do so but no, not legally unless u want to pay $80 for Windows 7 License. But good news Windows 8 is good u just got to get used to it
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You would need a valid (unused) Windows 7 key, so most likely you'd need to buy a copy. I just did this, there are a few changes you need to make in bios to get it to install, too.
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It comes with Windows 7 64-bit. I would never buy a computer with Windows 8!
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no, if you buy from usedhardware, it comes with a dell disk you boot up and it installs windows 7. For $90 its a great deal.