Windows 7 Ultimate Upgrade Discount? Why isn't the pre-order for Win7 Ultimate Upgrade discounted the way the other 2 editions are?
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The reason there is no pre-order for the Ultimate Upgrade is because it is a limited edition SKU. Microsoft stated that Windows 7 Ultimate would be sold in limited availability.
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I want to preorder too, but want to check it out myself before I do so. Bestbuy, Costco, MS Store will also sell these so I'm sure there's going to be a lot of places to buy it from. Maybe MS Store might offer a student discount, or a cleaner Windows with same price. Costco might have it with some other bundle, maybe a carrying case, or some small accessory, just like how they sell WD Passport external hdd with carrying case bundle. I'm going to be patient because I am very picky person on buying tech stuff, and I hate buying and returning stuff even if it is free.
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No it is a free upgrade. Windows 7 is still preferred in most corporate environments and Win 8 offers few benefits if you don't have a touch screen so they are giving you the option to upgrade in the future. It is a no strings attached deal.
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Hi, I believe you are referring to the OEM versions marked as SP1? OEM versions are not equivalent to retail versions as they do not come with transfer rights; you may not move your installation to a new computer. Also, most of the Win 7 items on this listing will be SP1 as both SP1 and non-SP1 Windows 7 retail are the same part number. Hope this helps!
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I have seen new systems back loaded with windows 7, but I'm not sure if your seller has the tech support to do it. Might try somewhere like Tiger Direct where they are willing to make software changes at the time of purchase. Some of the big box retail stores like Best Buy might also do this kind software change. I don't know the technical spec's for doing it yourself, or if that is even possible. Keep up the research. Good luck WEST
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If I remember right it comes with a trial version. Have to pay to get it permanently. Research Windows 8 though before you buy. You're not like it.
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This one does NOT come with Windows 7 or any Windows OS. If you are a student, you can get Windows 8 for 80 bucks. Use your student email or any .edu email address. The upgrade to Windows 8 Pro is 69.99 and you just have to request for a back up disc to use as an installation disk. As far as this Z-Box, I did have a hard time installing the drivers to successfully install Windows. Make sure you read up on the manual. After you get everything set up, it works like a charm. Make sure you get a cd/dvd usb drive as well. This doesn't come with DVD drive. Hope it helps, write back if you need anything. This one does NOT come with Windows 7 or any Windows OS. If you are a student, you can get Windows 8 for 80 bucks. Use your student email or any .edu email address. The upgrade to Windows 8 Pro is 69.99 and you just have to request for a back up disc to use as an installation disk. As far as this Z-Box, I did have a hard time installing the drivers to successfully install Windows. Make sure you read up on the manual. After you get everything set up, it works like a charm. Make sure you get a cd/dvd usb drive as well. This doesn't come with DVD drive. Hope it helps, write back if you need... » Read More This one does NOT come with Windows 7 or any Windows OS. If you are a student, you can get Windows 8 for 80 bucks. Use your student email or any .edu email address. The upgrade to Windows 8 Pro is 69.99 and you just have to request for a back up disc to use as an installation disk. As far as this Z-Box, I did have a hard time installing the drivers to successfully install Windows. Make sure you read up on the manual. After you get everything set up, it works like a charm. Make sure you get a cd/dvd usb drive as well. This doesn't come with DVD drive. Hope it helps, write back if you need anything. « Show Less
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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 is a full install dvd, but only for a clean drive. I'm guessing the one for $199 is an upgrade...I would suggest Win 8.1.
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It is already being shipped with Windows 7 Pro 64-bit preloaded. Nothing else needs to be done on your end.
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This comes with 7 Pro pre-installed with the upgrade disc, I've purchased a few like this and it has been a very seamless process.
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Mine did not. Mine came with Win7 Ultimate, but I wiped it and put on XP Pro. It would depend on who you buy it from.I suggest you should email the vendor and ask them.
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I have Windows 7 professional on mine. I may have paid extra to have professional vs. home.
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Watch it, mine came wth NO operating system, had to buy Win7 on ebay for $55. I've bought other refurb HP 7800's on tigerD and they CAME with win7, to me that was deceptive.
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An upgrade keeps other programs installed on the computer intact with no need to locate installation disks for those programs so in my opinion an upgrade is the preferred way to go. I am not sure if the upgrade must be from ultimate to ultimate version. My upgrade was from vista ultimate to windows 7 ultimate which was problem free.
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I bought one early this year, same specs except it came with Win7 Pro 32bit.Did not ship with "system recovery disk set" or a recovery partition on the HD. Later, I was sent a "system image" and a Win7 repair disk as an after request. All vendors are different at to what you get in the box, despite the generic description. If you don't get what is listed, complain to the vendor first.
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Comes pre-loaded with Windows 7 (64) Professional, but has the upgrade discs for Windows 8 if buyer wishes to install.