Topic 'Re: Microsoft says Vista buyers to get free Windows 7' in forum 'Microsoft Help' - dslreports.com http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-Microsoft-says-Vista-buyers-to-get-free-Windows-7-22607768 en Sat, 11 Feb 2012 15:20:42 EDT Sat, 11 Feb 2012 15:20:42 EDT Re: Microsoft says Vista buyers to get free Windows 7 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-Microsoft-says-Vista-buyers-to-get-free-Windows-7-22652254 said by Matt:

said by IllIlIlllIll:

i know it doesnt, but as far as the upgrade advisor and some forum members are concerned, i cant upgrade to win7 pro from win vista ultimate... :(
Yeah, that part makes no sense to me either. Hopefully there will be a workaround.
I highly doubt it. A fresh install would be the only option in that case. It's like trying to do an in-place upgrade of Vista Ultimate to Vista Business... just as with Business, Windows 7 Professional is considered a "downgrade" from Vista Ultimate.
I never saw any workaround for Vista and I'm guessing the same will be true with Windows 7]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-Microsoft-says-Vista-buyers-to-get-free-Windows-7-22652254 Fri, 03 Jul 2009 23:14:39 EDT Re: Microsoft says Vista buyers to get free Windows 7 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-Microsoft-says-Vista-buyers-to-get-free-Windows-7-22651829 ill write it off at the end of the year anyhow.
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i know it doesnt, but as far as the upgrade advisor and some forum members are concerned, i cant upgrade to win7 pro from win vista ultimate... :(
Yeah, that part makes no sense to me either. Hopefully there will be a workaround.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-Microsoft-says-Vista-buyers-to-get-free-Windows-7-22651573 Fri, 03 Jul 2009 20:10:48 EDT Re: Microsoft says Vista buyers to get free Windows 7 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-Microsoft-says-Vista-buyers-to-get-free-Windows-7-22651518 said by Matt:

said by IllIlIlllIll:

said by howie:

Am I missing something or are all Ultimate users being screwed out of a special price for 7 Ultimate via the "Pre-Order Special"? If so, that sucks big time! :mad:
yes, you are not missing anything.
vista ultimate users, as it appears, will have no choice in the upgrade procedure but to use the win 7 ultimate upgrade if you wish to keep your existing programs/settings installed.
additionally, it doesnt appear this "discount" applies to win 7 ultimate upgrade.
so, with that, im in no rush to "pre-order" anything at this point.
If it makes you feel any better, Ultimate doesn't bring a whole lot to the table over Professional. I run Ultimate on a few PCs and I'm going to replace it with Professional.
i know it doesnt, but as far as the upgrade advisor and some forum members are concerned, i cant upgrade to win7 pro from win vista ultimate... :(
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Yes, that is true... I still think they should have offered a pre-order special price for Ultimate, though... Why the two other "retail" versions and not Ultimate?
Oh well... I will give Home Premium a test drive but will most likely continue to use Vista Ultimate as it's been a rock-solid performer for me. :-)
Good point howie See Profile. I have believed that there isn't any reason for not upgrading to Windows 7. Except price. why on earth MS didn't offer the special to Windows 7 Ultimate upgrade is the reason why I am holding off.

I am currently running Vista Ultimate 64 and it is rock solid but I would like to get some performance charge that would come with Windows 7 Ultimate.

219?? Bummer... :huh:
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said by IllIlIlllIll:

said by howie:

Am I missing something or are all Ultimate users being screwed out of a special price for 7 Ultimate via the "Pre-Order Special"? If so, that sucks big time! :mad:
yes, you are not missing anything.
vista ultimate users, as it appears, will have no choice in the upgrade procedure but to use the win 7 ultimate upgrade if you wish to keep your existing programs/settings installed.
additionally, it doesnt appear this "discount" applies to win 7 ultimate upgrade.
so, with that, im in no rush to "pre-order" anything at this point.
If it makes you feel any better, Ultimate doesn't bring a whole lot to the table over Professional. I run Ultimate on a few PCs and I'm going to replace it with Professional.
Yes, that is true... I still think they should have offered a pre-order special price for Ultimate, though... Why the two other "retail" versions and not Ultimate?
Oh well... I will give Home Premium a test drive but will most likely continue to use Vista Ultimate as it's been a rock-solid performer for me. :-)]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-Microsoft-says-Vista-buyers-to-get-free-Windows-7-22649232 Fri, 03 Jul 2009 11:17:34 EDT Re: Microsoft says Vista buyers to get free Windows 7 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-Microsoft-says-Vista-buyers-to-get-free-Windows-7-22649033 said by IllIlIlllIll:

said by howie:

Am I missing something or are all Ultimate users being screwed out of a special price for 7 Ultimate via the "Pre-Order Special"? If so, that sucks big time! :mad:
yes, you are not missing anything.
vista ultimate users, as it appears, will have no choice in the upgrade procedure but to use the win 7 ultimate upgrade if you wish to keep your existing programs/settings installed.
additionally, it doesnt appear this "discount" applies to win 7 ultimate upgrade.
so, with that, im in no rush to "pre-order" anything at this point.
If it makes you feel any better, Ultimate doesn't bring a whole lot to the table over Professional. I run Ultimate on a few PCs and I'm going to replace it with Professional.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-Microsoft-says-Vista-buyers-to-get-free-Windows-7-22649033 Fri, 03 Jul 2009 10:30:32 EDT Re: Microsoft says Vista buyers to get free Windows 7 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-Microsoft-says-Vista-buyers-to-get-free-Windows-7-22647880 said by howie:

Am I missing something or are all Ultimate users being screwed out of a special price for 7 Ultimate via the "Pre-Order Special"? If so, that sucks big time! :mad:
yes, you are not missing anything.
vista ultimate users, as it appears, will have no choice in the upgrade procedure but to use the win 7 ultimate upgrade if you wish to keep your existing programs/settings installed.
additionally, it doesnt appear this "discount" applies to win 7 ultimate upgrade.
so, with that, im in no rush to "pre-order" anything at this point.
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Koil See Profile, pretty much any app that is not a game and can run via Terminal Services or Remote Desktop. (An app that doesn't require DirectX or OpenGL, etc.)
Goitcha! Thanks for that!]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-Microsoft-says-Vista-buyers-to-get-free-Windows-7-22637153 Tue, 30 Jun 2009 21:46:32 EDT Re: Microsoft says Vista buyers to get free Windows 7 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-Microsoft-says-Vista-buyers-to-get-free-Windows-7-22636841 See Profile, pretty much any app that is not a game and can run via Terminal Services or Remote Desktop. (An app that doesn't require DirectX or OpenGL, etc.)]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-Microsoft-says-Vista-buyers-to-get-free-Windows-7-22636841 Tue, 30 Jun 2009 20:33:48 EDT Re: Microsoft says Vista buyers to get free Windows 7 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-Microsoft-says-Vista-buyers-to-get-free-Windows-7-22636815 said by JessicaD:

Koil,

Please note that the upgrade program with Windows 7 Home Premium available for $49 and Windows 7 Professional $99 is valid for a limited time and only while supplies last. If you plan on purchasing Windows 7 when it is released, I would recommend a pre-order today. For more information, see the Windows 7 Pre-Order offer page here: »tinyurl.com/nldc8p

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Oh...heyyyy Jessica...maybe you can help me with this question, as I don't think anyone here has been able to answer it, or if they have, I've conveniently missed it.

The list of differences between Premium and Professional has this bulleted item which I am not too clear on:

Run many existing Windows XP productivity applications in Windows 7

...and then there is this footnote to that item:

2 Requires download of Windows XP Mode (which runs on Windows 7 Professional or Ultimate) and virtualization technology such as Windows Virtual PC.

What exactly are "Windows XP productivty applications"?
Is this a generic term for any app created for XP, or only certain ones? Can you shed a little light?
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The thing is, there still are not any vendors writing for 64bit code, same with MS for MS Office.
Stay tuned...I believe this is going to be changing soon.
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Thanks, JessicaD See Profile...Already ordered! :)]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-Microsoft-says-Vista-buyers-to-get-free-Windows-7-22636506 Tue, 30 Jun 2009 19:22:20 EDT Re: Microsoft says Vista buyers to get free Windows 7 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-Microsoft-says-Vista-buyers-to-get-free-Windows-7-22636502 said by JessicaD:

Please note that the upgrade program with Windows 7 Home Premium available for $49 and Windows 7 Professional $99 is valid for a limited time and only while supplies last. Yes....thanks for the post JessicaD.
The key here is "while supplies last".

I noticed today that Newegg (where I pre-ordered my Home Premium version), is now sold out.


Get 'em while you can folks, wherever you can.
Or, until the expiration date, which ever comes first. ;)

(Edit) Well, ok..I just looked again and it appears they have another "batch" since I last looked earlier today.
Anyway, I'm fairly certain this offer won't last forever.
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Please note that the upgrade program with Windows 7 Home Premium available for $49 and Windows 7 Professional $99 is valid for a limited time and only while supplies last. If you plan on purchasing Windows 7 when it is released, I would recommend a pre-order today. For more information, see the Windows 7 Pre-Order offer page here: »tinyurl.com/nldc8p

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I actually haven't really had many problems at all with Vista like so many people seem to be having. Is it worth upgrading to Windows 7 if Vista has worked for me?
If Vista is working for you, I personally wouldn't
upgrade. I'd just wait until you buy a new PC one day.

Edit: Actually, go ahead and get the RC1 beta, it's good until next April or so. You may buy a new PC by then anyway. The RC1 is fine btw.

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I actually haven't really had many problems at all with Vista like so many people seem to be having. Is it worth upgrading to Windows 7 if Vista has worked for me?
It will be a little more secure and a little faster, but for the most part it is very similar to Vista and it wouldn't be urgent to upgrade.
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I actually haven't really had many problems at all with Vista like so many people seem to be having. Is it worth upgrading to Windows 7 if Vista has worked for me?
Hard for me to say, I never used Vista...but, I guess I am of the opinon of two conflicting ideas here.

1) If it ain't broke...

2) $50 for the latest OS ain't too shabby...

I am sure others will weigh in, tho
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RIght now you can pre-order for $50, and in the land of Window's OS...thats a pretty good deal.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-Microsoft-says-Vista-buyers-to-get-free-Windows-7-22627505 Mon, 29 Jun 2009 10:35:37 EDT Re: Microsoft says Vista buyers to get free Windows 7 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-Microsoft-says-Vista-buyers-to-get-free-Windows-7-22627183 said by Jammers:

So what am i looking at if i decide to upgrade to Windows 7? I've never install another operating system before usually i just get a new computer with the OS already installed. How hard it is to install one OS over another?
You pop in the disc and tell it you want to perform an upgrade. It's extremely simple. You shouldn't have any trouble at all.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-Microsoft-says-Vista-buyers-to-get-free-Windows-7-22627183 Mon, 29 Jun 2009 09:20:05 EDT Re: Microsoft says Vista buyers to get free Windows 7 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-Microsoft-says-Vista-buyers-to-get-free-Windows-7-22627152 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-Microsoft-says-Vista-buyers-to-get-free-Windows-7-22627152 Mon, 29 Jun 2009 09:09:01 EDT Re: Microsoft says Vista buyers to get free Windows 7 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-Microsoft-says-Vista-buyers-to-get-free-Windows-7-22627068 said by Jammers:

So am i shit out of luck for getting the free upgrade of Windows 7 because i bought a new PC with Vista home premium on it last September? What are the requirements for the free upgrade then?
Yes you are as is everyone else (myself included) who bought it before the date the offer started. I believe it started June 15th.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-Microsoft-says-Vista-buyers-to-get-free-Windows-7-22627068 Mon, 29 Jun 2009 08:35:31 EDT Re: Microsoft says Vista buyers to get free Windows 7 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-Microsoft-says-Vista-buyers-to-get-free-Windows-7-22626855 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-Microsoft-says-Vista-buyers-to-get-free-Windows-7-22626855 Mon, 29 Jun 2009 06:24:29 EDT Re: Microsoft says Vista buyers to get free Windows 7 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-Microsoft-says-Vista-buyers-to-get-free-Windows-7-22626251 said by Keizer:

Just pre-ordered my copy of Win 7 Home premium from Newegg. I would have ordered from the MS store, but since I live close by they would have charged me sales tax.
I'll get charged CA sales tax on my pre order of Windows 7 Pro from Newegg, but the shipping is free so it evens out I guess. I order a ton of stuff from them, we're a Newegg house lol
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Anyone know what the requirements for the free upgrade for people who bought new systems?

I bought a new laptop 2 days before this announcement.
Too bad!! If you bought PC after the announcement the upgrade is FREE.

But since you bought before, you get the same upgrade options as everyone else - $50 for 7 Home Premium & $100 for 7 Professional.
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I just read the other thread and according to StorminNorm (bottom of page) he called MS store and they said it was a mistake and the upgrade will not apply to XP users.

»Windows 7 Pre-Order Offer
He got bad info. It does apply to XP users.

»www.microsoft.com/windows/buy/of···faq.aspx
How do I know if I am eligible for this offer?

To be eligible for the offer, you need to be running a genuine copy of the Windows XP or Windows Vista operating systems.
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I am running Windows XP, can I upgrade to Windows 7?

Microsoft designed Windows 7 Upgrade media for Windows Vista. A customer with Windows XP can purchase Windows 7 Upgrade media but must back up their files, clean install, and then reinstall their applications.
From Amazon.com
3. Check which operating system your PC is currently running
How you make the move to Windows 7 depends on your current operating system.

* Windows Vista
The transition to Windows 7 should be pretty smooth, although you may need to update your system to the latest service pack first.

* Windows XP (or any other operating system)
We recommend that you experience Windows 7 on a new PC. While we don't recommend it, you can opt to upgrade your current PC from Windows XP or another operating system to Windows 7. We recommend that you get help with this process from your local computer service provider. You'll need to back up your current files and settings, perform a custom (clean) installation, and then reinstall your files, settings, and programs.
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»Windows 7 Pre-Order Offer
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Another question if anyone can answer. I've been trying to make sense, if you have XP right now, I understand it will check your key. Will you get a full install or a upgrade over XP?
(From MS Site) If you have Windows XP or Windows 2000, you can purchase Windows 7 Upgrade versions. But you must back up your files, clean install, and reinstall your applications.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-Microsoft-says-Vista-buyers-to-get-free-Windows-7-22616436 Fri, 26 Jun 2009 15:31:05 EDT Re: Microsoft says Vista buyers to get free Windows 7 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-Microsoft-says-Vista-buyers-to-get-free-Windows-7-22615998 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-Microsoft-says-Vista-buyers-to-get-free-Windows-7-22615998 Fri, 26 Jun 2009 14:29:44 EDT Re: Microsoft says Vista buyers to get free Windows 7 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-Microsoft-says-Vista-buyers-to-get-free-Windows-7-22615773 said by Phil:

Office 2007 is great in my opinion and you're completely over-exaggerating Microsoft's losses. When you see businesses switching to Apple or Linux then you can say they're at a hemorrhaging point, but that's not even close to the case.
I agree Phil. Businesses are not switching to Linux or Mac and MS isn't hemorrhaging. They are a victim of the worst recession since they have been in business, which was followed by an operating system (Vista) that an extremely large majority of the business world skipped.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-Microsoft-says-Vista-buyers-to-get-free-Windows-7-22615773 Fri, 26 Jun 2009 13:56:54 EDT Re: Microsoft says Vista buyers to get free Windows 7 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-Microsoft-says-Vista-buyers-to-get-free-Windows-7-22615389 said by Greg_Z:

Please explain why? And do you know that all W7 is, is a Service Pack of Vista. When Vista came out, people could not wait, but after they saw that it would not run on their archaic machines, then they decided what you are stating, which is incorrect.

As for W7, MS is attempting to regain a marketplace that they are loosing to those staying with XP, Vista, have chosen to switch to Apple, or trying Linux. MS is hemorrhaging, and does not know what to do, so they re badge a server edition as a desktop edition, and try to shoot themselves in the foot. They also shot themselves in the foot with the redesigning of MS office.

Office 2007 is great in my opinion and you're completely over-exaggerating Microsoft's losses. When you see businesses switching to Apple or Linux then you can say they're at a hemorrhaging point, but that's not even close to the case.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-Microsoft-says-Vista-buyers-to-get-free-Windows-7-22615389 Fri, 26 Jun 2009 13:07:36 EDT Re: Microsoft says Vista buyers to get free Windows 7 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-Microsoft-says-Vista-buyers-to-get-free-Windows-7-22614974 said by ThrowDemsOut:

said by Koil:

So, if you can do a clean install from an upgrade version, why would anyone buy a full version?
It will prompt you to provide the Vista auth codes to do the upgrade - even if doing a clean install.
Ahh..so an upgrade lets the prior OS key be used...gotcha TY!
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The retail yes but this is the upgrade media like the special pre-order.
The MS link I provided is for the special discounted pre-order upgrade pkg.
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So, if you can do a clean install from an upgrade version, why would anyone buy a full version?
It will prompt you to provide the Vista auth codes to do the upgrade - even if doing a clean install.
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Here is the information that some requested about the Windows 7 Upgrade disk and how it will work.

»community.winsupersite.com/blogs···des.aspx
I take exception to one item in that link. And that is that to go from 32-bit to 64-bit you have to download the product from a web site. Microsoft's web site says that the retail Windows 7 DVD's will have both versions on them.

And from Microsoft's web page:
»store.microsoft.com/microsoft/Wi···B0F9E641
This product includes both 32-bit and 64-bit versions.
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»community.winsupersite.com/blogs···des.aspx]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-Microsoft-says-Vista-buyers-to-get-free-Windows-7-22614919 Fri, 26 Jun 2009 12:02:16 EDT Re: Microsoft says Vista buyers to get free Windows 7 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-Microsoft-says-Vista-buyers-to-get-free-Windows-7-22614851
I still don't know the answer to this...since this is an upgrade, XP MUST be installed first correct, and then you upgrade to W7? The reason I want to clarify, is that, down the road if a nuke & pave is required, do I have to then go through 2 windows installations? One for XP and then again for W7?
If this is the case, I can see some drive images in my future.
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Just got this e-mail from Micro Center.
If you have one near you, its in store only 6/26 - 6/28.

$40 for Home Premium and $90 for Pro

Thanks for the heads up. I had purchased the Pro on new egg and had to go to Micro Center today. The floor staff were not so well informed on how it worked and even thought that you had to put up a down payment to get it (not true). They directed me to go to the return line and they asked what version I wanted and printed out a receipt. Limited to one coupon per person for one copy only with no up front cash required. ]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-Microsoft-says-Vista-buyers-to-get-free-Windows-7-22614672 Fri, 26 Jun 2009 11:25:18 EDT Re: Microsoft says Vista buyers to get free Windows 7 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-Microsoft-says-Vista-buyers-to-get-free-Windows-7-22614649 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/Re-Microsoft-says-Vista-buyers-to-get-free-Windows-7-22614649 Fri, 26 Jun 2009 11:21:19 EDT