Does it come with the original windows 8 software on a separate DVD?
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You can create a recovery copy of the hard drive using either a 32gb USB 1.1, 2.0, or 3.0 drive (flash drive) or at least 5 single-layer DVDs. To get started press <Windows Key> + F and then type "Gateway Recovery Management".
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no it did not, I believe I can make a copy of it though for backup purposes.
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it came with windows 8 pre-installed, but no physical disc. their is, however, a backup partition on the hard disc that can restore the system to factory defaults. I believe you can also burn a copy of the windows 8 backup DVD from the system recovery settings.
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Yes, it does. I love mine so much, we bought one for my daughter. It was unavailable at the time in the Best Buy store near her and Amazon quickly responded and shipped one to her. The only issue is that it needs a purchased Windows 8 program so she can use what she needs for her at home work. It is a wonderful computer and I don't know why anyone would complain.
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My system came installed with Windows 7 Pro and also came with Windows 8 Pro DVDs. So, it comes with both.
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No. The only thing it includes is the Windows Operating System preinstalled on the laptop. You receive no software discs. There is a recovery partition set up on the hard drive to reinstall Windows.
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Yes, mine was new in original package. Be sure to upgrade Windows 8 to the latest version before you use it.
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Comes preloaded with windows 8....you could reformat it and put 7 one it if you own a copy
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Look on the paper slip cover the Windows 8 disc was in or on the labeling on the computer case. I am out of town and can't remember what the setup was.
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No it came with Windows 8, I then bought a copy of windows 7 a few weeks later due to problems and hassle of windows 8
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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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Yup, I have done it myself a few times. Just put in the DVD and it will either automatically come up or you can search DVD and find the program (included with the laptop).
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Yes, it comes with brand new original Windows 7 Reinstallation DVD. Thank you for your interest,
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Hi Ed, yes it comes with a DVD writer and a geniune Windows 8 Operating System.Thanks, PCrush
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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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It comes with all the software you need to do anything with the drive. That is if you get the retail box and not the oem version which is bare bones drive.
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Yes, software does come with it. The software that comes with it is well worth the price.
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To my knowledge it only comes with Windows 8. We bought ours a couple yrs ago and 8 was all it was loaded with.
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Yes, I have windows 8 that came installed already. I also bought Microsoft Office and my grandson installed it. I love this computer.