I have pre-ordered Windows 7 in Rants, Raves, and Praise http://www.dslreports.com/forum/r22620774 en Thu, 03 Dec 2009 07:57:27 EDT Thu, 03 Dec 2009 07:57:27 EDT Re: I have pre-ordered Windows 7 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,22684901 mr_boodog : floyd,

There is a way to do a clean install of Vista using the upgrade disk. It is kind of a pain (it takes going through the install twice), but I was successful when I followed the steps required.

here is one of many links that describes the process:

»www.winsupersite.com/showcase/wi···lean.asp

With windows 7, this issue will go away, you can do a clean install with the upgrade disk as long as you have media of a valid, upgradeable OS.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,22684901 Fri, 10 Jul 2009 09:46:52 EDT Re: I have pre-ordered Windows 7 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,22682053 ggma1126 : preordered 2 copies for office (my laptop and another manager) from bestbuy]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,22682053 Thu, 09 Jul 2009 18:42:24 EDT Re: I have pre-ordered Windows 7 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,22647098 Koil : Oh, and I bought Windows Premium...I am 99% sure it will cover my needs quite nicely.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,22647098 Thu, 02 Jul 2009 20:10:52 EDT Re: I have pre-ordered Windows 7 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,22647091 Koil : Microsoft should give out a little more knowledge about the "upgrading" process.

As I understand it, the install w/ Windows 7 media will be a clean install, then only way the upgrade comes into play is that I'll need the key from my XP installation.

I have always avoided "Upgrades" as it has the connation to me that it ISN'T a clean install, that it will just take the existing OS and morph it into the next version. Top that with all the horror stories you've heard about that process going awry, and you can see why I wouldn't want to do it. The fact that this isn't the case should be made known, as I doubt I am the only one to think this way.
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said by floydb_1982 See Profile :

When you buy any edition of Windows 7 full or upgrade in the box you get two DVD disc's one is the 32-bit and the other being the 64-bit. It was that way for Windows Vista as well.
Actually my Vista Premium upgrade DVD (retail) was 32 bit only. Had to pay shipping for the 64 bit version.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,22642706 Wed, 01 Jul 2009 23:21:47 EDT Re: I have pre-ordered Windows 7 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,22641360 ender7074 :
said by ThaDark1 See Profile :

I'm not using the Beta. I'm using the RC which doesn't expire until next year in June if I'm correct.
RC is still a beta version. You may not have to format but I would assume that you do and get any backups done before running the install.
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said by floydb_1982 See Profile :

On my last custom built computer it had Windows XP Professional 32-bit Edition. I formatted the hard drive. Then I started up the Vista Ultimate upgrade installation. The first thing it did was check the hard drive for a previous licensed version of XP or 2000. When it found nothing the installation was completely 100% denied. So I ended up having to reinstall Windows XP Professional just to get the Vista Ultimate upgrade installation to run.
As Microsoft is advertising, only upgrades from XP will require the clean install; Vista will be supported as a direct upgrade.

"Running Windows Vista?
If you have Windows Vista, you can purchase Windows 7 Upgrade versions. You can do a clean install (back up your files, clean install, and reinstall your applications) or an in -place upgrade (Windows 7 installs over Windows Vista).
Running Earlier Versions?
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. "

»store.microsoft.com/microsoft/Wi···B0F9E641
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said by floydb_1982 See Profile :

I've never heard of an OS creating a protected system partition on the hard drive before. Does creating a protected system partition require an extra hard drive? It this something with Microsoft?
»en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Disk_partitioning

google is your friend.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,22638176 Wed, 01 Jul 2009 04:52:21 EDT Re: I have pre-ordered Windows 7 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,22638136 floydb_1982 : On my last custom built computer it had Windows XP Professional 32-bit Edition. I formatted the hard drive. Then I started up the Vista Ultimate upgrade installation. The first thing it did was check the hard drive for a previous licensed version of XP or 2000. When it found nothing the installation was completely 100% denied. So I ended up having to reinstall Windows XP Professional just to get the Vista Ultimate upgrade installation to run.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,22638136 Wed, 01 Jul 2009 04:15:16 EDT Re: I have pre-ordered Windows 7 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,22638113 floydb_1982 : I've never heard of an OS creating a protected system partition on the hard drive before. Does creating a protected system partition require an extra hard drive? It this something with Microsoft?]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,22638113 Wed, 01 Jul 2009 04:01:24 EDT Re: I have pre-ordered Windows 7 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,22638102 floydb_1982 : Last I heard was that all beta version's of 7 were set to expire some this year. So I don't think you'll be able to an upgrade of the actual final product. Your better off just to call up Microsoft and ask them this.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,22638102 Wed, 01 Jul 2009 03:53:53 EDT Re: I have pre-ordered Windows 7 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,22638097 floydb_1982 : I always like buying any new Microsoft operating system as they come out. Buying operating system's from Microsoft is a well worth investment.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,22638097 Wed, 01 Jul 2009 03:47:57 EDT Re: I have pre-ordered Windows 7 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,22635451 Technogeez : If you're running XP or Vista, you're eligible.

All Windows "upgrade" disks offer the option of "clean" installs, meaning the whole OS is on the disk.

You might be asked for proof that you own a licensed copy of Windows during the install, but most likely they'll just let you proceed with a clean install by entering the product key on your download or in the package with the DVD.

Win 7 will require a newly formatted HD for XP, in that it creates a protected system partition on the HD, something XP didn't do (that apparently Vista did).
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said by ThaDark1 See Profile :

Ok so I'm running Windows 7 RC that was released to the public. If I get the upgrade to WIndows 7 I won't have to do a complete reinstall right?

The rule of thumb with any beta or RC version is to uninstall it or, in the case of an OS, do a clean install. There are usually significant changes between RC and RTM that will cause problems if the older bits are present.
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said by floydb_1982 See Profile :

I have pre-ordered Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit full version. Worth every red nickel.
Why is it worth every nickel? Not trying to be smart...just seriously wondering. Have you used it? Do you know it to be any good? Or is it simply that it's not VISTA?
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quote:
Q. Will I get 32-bit or 64-bit discs?

A. You’ll get both. Windows 7 Home Premium and Professional packaged products include both 32- and 64-bit discs.


Edit* More info & link.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,22624826 Sun, 28 Jun 2009 17:39:11 EDT Re: I have pre-ordered Windows 7 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,22624575 Anonymous : I pre-ordered mine from Amazon.com

»www.amazon.com/Microsoft-Windows···ade%2064

Delivered on the release date (Oct 22nd). Total around $56. Any idea if this is a 64 bit version or not?]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,22624575 Sun, 28 Jun 2009 16:31:51 EDT Re: I have pre-ordered Windows 7 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,22624017 floydb_1982 : I went back the the online Microsoft store and canceled the order for Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit full version and went and reordered it threw Amazon. I know that Amazon delivers to a PO Box.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,22624017 Sun, 28 Jun 2009 13:55:47 EDT Re: I have pre-ordered Windows 7 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,22622657 dvd536 :
said by Boricua65 See Profile :

I tried New Egg but there is a tax and no PO box delivery.
No po boxes is what keeps me from shopping there.
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said by Grail Knight See Profile :

I thought about ordering it from Amazon but decided if there was a problem with the disc or the license I would rather deal directly with MS then Amazon & MS.

Figured it was worth the tax and shipping cost which was minimal. I have never had an issue with Amazon yet (fingers crossed) but would hate the first time be a Win 7 issue and having to mess with Amazon return policy.
Same here.
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Figured it was worth the tax and shipping cost which was minimal. I have never had an issue with Amazon yet (fingers crossed) but would hate the first time be a Win 7 issue and having to mess with Amazon return policy.
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I was in the process of editing my post when you replied to say I pre-ordered Win7 Pro from Microsofts site for $99 w/ the ship it to me option when available.

Thanks.

Greg
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MS, Amazon, any number of computer Mfgs?
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