Will this version of Windows 7 receive Microsoft updates via Windows Update program after activation?
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no my version did not update & continuous pop up saying this is not a genuine copy of windows
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Yes, it does. This is a normal Microsoft copy of windows. I've bought numerous copies for my builds.
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I'm not sure I understand your question. If you are asking whether the update comes with the laptop it does not. You will need to go online and download it. It's a trick to it because of how you setup the sign on and password when you first boot into windows 8. You may not have any trouble, but if so just contact customer service for assistance in upgrading to MS Windows 8.1.
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Yes. Also when you set up your account with Microsoft you can upgrade to 8.1 free
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The upgrade versions will let you perform a clean install, only it will ask you to insert the genuine CD of an older OS during installation to verify you are actually upgrading. Microsoft certainly isn't going to take your word that you already have a copy! Save your money and buy the upgrade versions.
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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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it's preloaded with windows 7 pro and the also send along windows 8.1 media disc's if you want to upgrade to it.
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Yes. All owners of Windows 8 will have the ability to upgrade to 8.1 as a service pack through Windows Update.
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Mine did not have Windows 7 activated. You had to jump thru some hoops with Windows to get them to accept your certification. I did get a CD with the Windows 7 app on it as well, which is a bonus. My refurbisher had pre-installed a bunch of stuff, including a free antivirus, a pdf reader, office , etc. I think some refurbishers are better than others. Mine seller was Vertex PC.
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Is this the first time that it has been used? And are you sure that it is not an upgrade? There is a way to get your key to work if you installed the upgrade as a full version. You can google it on the web, or do the following: Press the Windows key and type regedit(press enter)Navigate to: HKEY_LOCAL-MACHINE/software/Microsoft/Windows/CurrentVersion/Setup/OOBE(double chick on the)MediabootInstall(key in the right pane) Change the key's value from 1 to 0. Ext the registery, press the windows key again and type cmd. Right-click on the comand prompt icon and run it as an administrator. type: slmgr /rearm(press enter) reboot Windows. When you get back into Windows, you should be able to run the activation utility and activate Windows.
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I am really not sure,I have never had an issue with it but I assume you could order a disk for the update if you needed to.
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No. I wouldn't count on any of the drivers working. You most likely will have to download a generic driver or let windows update find it for you
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Yes There Is A version For Windows 7 Probably Available For Download If You Do Not Have It Already
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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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I did it. It is free. If you don't get an upgrade offer came up when 1st initiating and Registering Windows after you start the machine the 1st time, you can Google "Windows 8.1 Upgrade" and select the download from the MS website. You can also check the list of updates in the Windows Update app in Control Panel. It takes a while to download and install.
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Sorry I really don't know. I think the key only unlocks the disk and allows files to be installed. Once you install it and updated you get a different product key. If you right click on the left bottom of screen on the windows icon and then click on System. Once the window pops up scroll down to the bottom and you will see where is says Windows Activated and Product ID. I don't know if it would take the number or not. The number is program into the disk and may not be an online number. All you can do is try or call Microsoft, I don't think it would work.
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Yes, I have Windows 8 and it works great for me. It gives you the latest updates when you activate.
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Yes - When you receive the computer you will receive the DVD install package You can re-install the operating system with windows 7 32 bit selected