for the dell xps8700/12gb/1tb, what version of windows 8 - 8.0 or 8.1
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8 and right after I plugged it in 8.1 became available but i couldn't figure out how to upgrade! Think it was suppost to be free but I wasn't able to do so.It's been in the box for the last 3 months, haven't had time to plug it back in.I got it for the XP thing ending.Liked it though, but my Mac mini fits better on the shelf !
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The others were windows 8, but that could change any time. Upgrading only requires a decent internet connection - the download is almost 4GB. It's free.If the upgrade doesn't show up right away in the windows store, install all of the windows updates you can install until there aren't any more. It should show up in the store as a part of the windows updates.
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Mine came with Windows 8. I then upgraded to 8.1 for free with some difficulty. I understand Bill Gates uttered some expletives as he spent much of his first day back trying to upgrade to 8.1. It really is enough to make your mouth drop as to how this OS is a step backwards in usability.
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Hi windows is 8.0 but you now that we can apdate to 8.1 free so i apdate windows to 8.1 freeeeeeeeee
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Windows 8.0. It allows you to update to Windows 8.1 about 3 wks after purchase.
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8 and right after I plugged it in 8.1 became available but i couldn't figure out how to upgrade! Think it was suppost to be free but I wasn't able to do so. It's been in the box for the last 3 months, haven't had time to plug it back in. I got it for the XP thing ending. Liked it though, but my Mac mini fits better on the shelf !
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Factory default mine was windows 8, but I upgraded to 8.1. For me It's better than 8. If you don't want to upgrade, you can stay in Windows 8.
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I don't believe so, assuming it works with your setup (monitor, computer, etc.). My monitor did not work with 8.1 installed on my Dell XPS-12. This doesn't mean yours won't work. I rolled back to 8.0 and everything works fine. When I initially called Belkin they told me that 8.1 was not supported. I pointed out that their driver download page shows that it does support 8.1. Let the community know if you are able to run with 8.1.
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Mine came with 64 bit Win8. There is a known issue with these machines and the Win8.1 upgrade. If you have trouble getting the 8.1 upgrade tile to show up in the "Store", go to the Dell site and start a Live Chat with technical support. You probably won't figure out fix on your own.To comment on Douglas' answer- I had already applied all the updates Windows Update provided, then found the 8.1 update still was not available. Check my review on this product. :)
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Mine came with a SAMPLE, after a certain amount of time you got to BUY it. As most computers I bought had over the years. I started off with Windows 98SE. Mine at least came with the Win. 8.1 Already Installed. (Although I bought from DIG JUNGLE, so not sure what this seller has). I got the CD/DVD Drive FIXED by Dell Now I am Loving my Purple Animal.
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Oh yea, you'll be good to go for some time. Check the Microsoft site to be sure but according to ZDNET mainstream support for windows 8.1 ends on January 9, 2018 and extended support ends on January 10, 2023. This laptop comes with the Windows 8 operating system pre installed, no CD/DVD,(you can upgrade to Windows 8.1 for free) but gives you the opportunity to make a backup/restore disk set so that if, heaven forbid, something should happen to the hard drive you can reinstall the operating system. This backup/restore disk set that you can make is specific to that particular laptop, meaning you can't use the backup/restore disks on a different pc be it a laptop or desktop. It's a good idea to make the backup/restore disk set because otherwise you'll have to dish out $100 or so for a new OEM Windows 8 disk. Hope this helps :)
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I have had the unit for a year with no complaints at all! windows 8.1 stay clear 7 is the way until the bugs get worked out on 8.1.
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The Dell XPS One 27 comes with Windows 8. As a middle-aged user with an intermediate level of computer expertise, I wouldn't describe Windows 8 as hard to learn, but feel that it's fair to say very different than XP. Windows 8 seems to be designed for the younger, more computer-savy user. I admittedly went to YouTube to receive my crash-course education in Windows 8, and was able to become more proficient and able to learn several tricks in a short duration of time. Regardless of operating system, I personally have no regrets with the XPS purchase as the system's extremely intuitive and operational right from the box. The Dell XPS One 27 comes with Windows 8. As a middle-aged user with an intermediate level of computer expertise, I wouldn't describe Windows 8 as hard to learn, but feel that it's fair to say very different than XP. Windows 8 seems to be designed for the younger, more computer-savy user. I admittedly went to YouTube to receive my crash-course education in Windows 8, and was able to become more proficient and able to learn several tricks in a short duration of time. Regardless of operating system, I personally have no regrets with the XPS purchase as the system's extremely intuitive and... » Read More The Dell XPS One 27 comes with Windows 8. As a middle-aged user with an intermediate level of computer expertise, I wouldn't describe Windows 8 as hard to learn, but feel that it's fair to say very different than XP. Windows 8 seems to be designed for the younger, more computer-savy user. I admittedly went to YouTube to receive my crash-course education in Windows 8, and was able to become more proficient and able to learn several tricks in a short duration of time. Regardless of operating system, I personally have no regrets with the XPS purchase as the system's extremely intuitive and operational right from the box. « Show Less
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the model I have (modelFS9T) purchased 2 years does not list windows 8- only vista, ME 7, 2000 and xp. You can load a SanDisc directly into the unit, load the pictures on it and then transfer from the disc to your computer.
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Yes, this is a full Windows machine. You will need to grab the Windows 8.1 update in the Windows Store.
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Computer runs Windows 8.0, then you upgrade to 8.1 once computer is running.
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Virtually anything made for xp will work on 8.1, but there are much better datacards out there now. this unit is over 5 years old.
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My laptop came with windows 8.0 and when I upgraded it to 8.1, it still work fine. And I believe it will work fine without no problem for your system.
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Dell told me they no longer supports Windows 7. But it installs OK. Dell supports Windows 8
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The description of this computer states it's a Dedicated Graphics card Dell - XPS Desktop - Intel Core i7 - 8GB Memory - 1TB Hard Drive Model: X8700 *Windows 7 Professional 64-bit*Technical details: 4th Gen Intel® Core™ i7 processor; 8GB memory; 1TB hard drive*Special features: 1GB dedicated graphics; built-in wireless networking; Bluetooth; HDMI outputRocky Roller
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I just got a new laptop with windows 8.1 and it works fine thus far. It should work okay.
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Yea, 8GB is plenty to run XP. You could strip XP down and install it on 256MB. I had XP installed on my eeePC with 4GB SSD and had about 2GB left over. Usually 2GB is what is used when done installing all your apps (Office 2003, VLC Media Player, ect). I would upgrade the ram if possible, especially since it has been so cheap lately. Hope this helps :)