can you install windows 7 professional on this computer?
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Yes, but since it comes with windows 8, you may really be running two different versions at once, thus slowing down overall performance. I would call Asus tech support and see what they say. By the way, I love this computer (despite windows 8), and it was a bargain!!!
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According to Asus tech support, Windows 7 professional is not supported, i.e. the drivers are not provided by Asus, only Windows 8 and 8.1 are available.
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Yes, but the drivers are not all listed on the Asus site. I have it running, but had to find some drivers on other sites.
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Hi, If your PC falls within the system's requirments of Windows 7 pro, then you may have to do a clean install of this OS.Thanks, PCrush
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I am not sure if it would accept Windows 7 Professional or not. I bought Windows 10 and used that. I just know my old windows documents that were transferred over by the tech for me would not open till I put in the Windows 10. New computers don't come with Windows already installed anymore. Not sure why, but I think it should already be in there. At least a basic version.
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I would think you should be able to install Windows 7 Home Premium, especially if you wipe out Win 8 first. You may have to change it so the computer looks to the CD/DVD drive on boot up.
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Yes, it has Windows 7 Professional installed; however, the back-up disc, should reinstallation be required, is Windows 8 "upgrade."
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Currently windows 7 ultimate is loaded. If you want I can avail windows 8 or 8.1 pro for you.
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HiReally depends on the age of your machine. This version is for system builders, meaning you'd have to wipe windows xp and install win7 fresh. This won't upgrade an existing windows installation.If your machine is older than 4 years, I'd suggest a new machine.The install took 15gb of my hard disk
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I do not believe so. I prefer the Windows 7 Professional operating base and did not investigate the touchscreen capability.
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It is Windows 7 64-bit home edition. Not professional. Great computer. Upgrade hard drive to Crucial m4 256 gb as well.
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I do not know who listed the spec's that it runs Windows 7 Pro. But I know I have the same model it runs with Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit.
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It comes with Windows 7 Pro installed as part of Microsoft's downgrade option, but actually comes with the license key for Windows 8 and an installation DVD for Windows 8 if you would like to upgrade it yourself.
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Win7 Pro (64 bit) is the default. But we can install 32 bit OS per request.
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Hi Barbara, this PC comes with Windows XP professional but its capable of upgrading to Windows 7
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Operating System: Windows 7 Professional Upgradable to Windows 8 ProOperating System Architecture: 64-bit
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I purchased one of these, and it came with Windows XP professional installed. You could, of course, install any operating system you choose....Windows, Linux, or MS-DOS if you wanted....It's your hardware!
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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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Yes you can load windows 7 on it no problem. Drivers are available from dell.com