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[Info] FAQ: Making sense of the Windows 7 upgrade options

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Windows 7 Upgrade FAQ

Here are the details on what, when, where and how much for Microsoft's next version of the Windows operating system.

Microsoft is readying its next major release of the Windows operating system. After months of demos, early testing, beta releases, and finally announced launch plans, here's what you can expect in an upgrade.

...

• When is Windows 7 coming out?
• How many versions of Windows 7 will there be?
• What's in each edition of Windows 7?
• Edition Comparison
• How much will it cost me to upgrade to Windows 7?
• Where can I get this special pre-order deal?
• Is there a discount on Windows 7 Ultimate/Professional Upgrade?
• What if I don't pre-order the special deal?
• What are the minimum hardware requirements for Windows 7?
• What if I own a netbook?
• What if I buy a computer with Vista between now and October 22?
• What happens after October 22?

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Read more: »www.pcworld.com/printable/articl···ble.html




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Re: [Info] Windows 7 Upgrade FAQ

The question that I ask is what are we to do when the Beta and RC starts shutting down every two hours?

MS says to format and install a legit Windows OS. They expect everyone to install a different version for what 3 months or so?

And please, I do not need a lecture on a image or running Win 7 in a VM.
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Re: [Info] Windows 7 Upgrade FAQ

Didn't they warn about this? That the available use of the RC's would end in June (I think it was June)? This is one reason why I didn't bother installing a RC.

I guess you have to reinstall your original OS until Windows 7 is released?
permalink · 2009-06-27 11:56:00 · Reply to this

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I went into it with eyes fully open. I had thought that there might be another build or an extension to the shutdown time.

It just doesn't seem logical to pull the plug way before the final OS is released.
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said by Irish Shark See Profile :

The question that I ask is what are we to do when the Beta and RC starts shutting down every two hours?

MS says to format and install a legit Windows OS. They expect everyone to install a different version for what 3 months or so?

And please, I do not need a lecture on a image or running Win 7 in a VM.
I thought the beta expires soon, but the rc one doesn't start rebooting until next year. If your running the rc, you should be fine without any reboots until a while after windows 7 is out.
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said by djdanska See Profile :

said by Irish Shark See Profile :

The question that I ask is what are we to do when the Beta and RC starts shutting down every two hours?

MS says to format and install a legit Windows OS. They expect everyone to install a different version for what 3 months or so?

And please, I do not need a lecture on a image or running Win 7 in a VM.
I thought the beta expires soon, but the rc one doesn't start rebooting until next year. If your running the rc, you should be fine without any reboots until a while after windows 7 is out.
Yes. It's too early to worry about something especially if its 12 months away.
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said by Irish Shark See Profile :

The question that I ask is what are we to do when the Beta and RC starts shutting down every two hours?

MS says to format and install a legit Windows OS. They expect everyone to install a different version for what 3 months or so?

And please, I do not need a lecture on a image or running Win 7 in a VM.
People will just use the crack.
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said by 81399672 See Profile :

said by Irish Shark See Profile :

The question that I ask is what are we to do when the Beta and RC starts shutting down every two hours?

MS says to format and install a legit Windows OS. They expect everyone to install a different version for what 3 months or so?

And please, I do not need a lecture on a image or running Win 7 in a VM.
People will just use the crack.
And whine about being infected with something[other than win7] that the crack downloaded for them.
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permalink · 2009-06-27 23:18:43 · Print · Reply to this

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permalink · 2009-06-27 12:10:05 · Reply to this

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Here's the chart a little bigger.... I had trouble reading it @1280X1024 even when I clicked on the image.
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 Well, I feel like the horse's ass.

I was looking at the month and day and did not read the year - 2010 not 2009.

I am getting too many senior moments.
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permalink · 2009-06-27 14:01:22 · Reply to this

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When?
What date does microsoft consider "NOW" to be?
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What date does microsoft consider "NOW" to be?
I believe it was June 15th?
permalink · 2009-06-28 09:49:54 · Reply to this

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said by Matt See Profile :

said by dvd536 See Profile :

What date does microsoft consider "NOW" to be?
I believe it was June 15th?
hows it work? send in your receipt+shipping fee or is it still to be determined?
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said by dvd536 See Profile :

said by Matt See Profile :

said by dvd536 See Profile :

What date does microsoft consider "NOW" to be?
I believe it was June 15th?
hows it work? send in your receipt+shipping fee or is it still to be determined?
Now that I am not sure about. I would image your OEM will ship you a disk, or perhaps provide a download (Dell has a download center that allows limited redownloads of your licensed software) and a product key somehow. I imagine they could even offer some type of certificate via Microsoft.

Does anyone know for sure?
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 I currently have a 6 year old Dell with Windows XP Home and maxed to 1GB of RAM.

I am definitely getting a newer PC when Win 7 comes out and I am going for Ultimate. No reason to mess with the Home versions anymore. Plus, I like the fact that it takes up to 192GB of RAM.

My issue now is whether to build or buy one already built (HP, Dell, etc).
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just in case you ever install 192GB of ram.
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 I received my preorder for the win 7 system last night stating that the upgrade was only costing 99 for the premium, and I have already ordered it to replace my laptop version of vista. As far as shutoff my rc is still running fine, and even authinticated when I registered the rc version on my desktop. I look forward to the os, and will probably order 1 more to upgrade my desktop.
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permalink · 2009-06-29 03:40:57 · Reply to this

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 I have Windows Vista Ultimate on my Home PC...

now what i'm reading is that in order to go to Windows 7 .. i have to upgrade to Windows 7 Ultimate.

If i wanted to go to Windows 7 Home Premium or Windows 7 Professional, i have to do a fresh install.

Does this mean i have to wipe out my HDD to go to 7 Prem or Prof?

Thanks!
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said by guyver01 See Profile :

I have Windows Vista Ultimate on my Home PC...

now what i'm reading is that in order to go to Windows 7 .. i have to upgrade to Windows 7 Ultimate.

If i wanted to go to Windows 7 Home Premium or Windows 7 Professional, i have to do a fresh install.

Does this mean i have to wipe out my HDD to go to 7 Prem or Prof?

Thanks!
Yes, you'll need to re-install all of your programs. I'm in the same boat. (Vista Ultimate to Home Premium). I may just end up dual-booting until I get all my stuff re-installed and work out any unforseen bugs in the new OS.
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said by howie See Profile :

said by guyver01 See Profile :

I have Windows Vista Ultimate on my Home PC...

now what i'm reading is that in order to go to Windows 7 .. i have to upgrade to Windows 7 Ultimate.

If i wanted to go to Windows 7 Home Premium or Windows 7 Professional, i have to do a fresh install.

Does this mean i have to wipe out my HDD to go to 7 Prem or Prof?

Thanks!
Yes, you'll need to re-install all of your programs. I'm in the same boat. (Vista Ultimate to Home Premium). I may just end up dual-booting until I get all my stuff re-installed and work out any unforseen bugs in the new OS.
Yep.....same boat here too (V Ultimate to 7 Home Premium), and I'll probably deal with it the same way.

(Edit) Yikes! With all of us in the "same boat", I sure hope we don't sink!
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is the upgrade being sold for $49.99 right now is it the OEM or retail version ?
Retail.

[EDIT] I don't think there is such a thing as an OEM upgrade disc, but I could be wrong.
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 Some clarification on what can and cannot be done with the upgrade version would be great for the FAQ!

Specifically:
»[Vista] Windows 7 Upgrade Question
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news.cnet.com
June 30, 2009 4:00 AM PDT
FAQ: Making sense of the Windows 7 upgrade options

While it's true that Windows 7 doesn't arrive on retail shelves and new PCs until October, Microsoft has announced two programs designed to give a head start those that know they want the new operating system.

The Windows Upgrade Option, which runs through early next year, allows those who buy a new Vista PC to get a free copy of Windows 7 after it hits shelves in October. The other program which runs only through July 11, allows Windows XP and Vista users to pre-order a copy of Windows 7 Home Premium for $49 or Windows 7 Professional for $99.

In the following question and answer document, CNET News' Ina Fried walks you through both programs.
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• Who qualifies for the pre-order program?
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• Can I buy one of the upgrades if I am running Windows Vista Ultimate?
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• Will I get both 32-bit and 64-bit versions of the operating system?
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• How does the Windows 7 Upgrade Option program work?
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• Is it really free?
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• Do all Vista PCs qualify?
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• What about Netbooks?
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• Is there a limit to how many computers qualify for the update program?
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• What about those who bought Vista PC before June 26?
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• Update: Among the questions I was asked most frequently was whether someone could move from a version of Windows XP or Vista to a different version of Windows 7. In all combinations, the answer is yes, and it can be done using the cheaper upgrade version of the operating system, though in some cases a clean installation of Windows 7 may be required...


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More @ »news.cnet.com/8301-13860_3-10274···1_3-0-20
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 According to the CNET article referenced by Kabanos:

"All those who are running Windows XP or Windows Vista on their system, and whose PC is capable of running Windows 7, can upgrade that machine to Windows 7 Home Premium or Windows 7 Professional using the Windows pre-order program"

Does that include Vista Basic ?

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