Not so long ago I was having issues with the desktop that my wife took over from me. The RAID 5 somehow got corrupted and I had to reinstall windows. I installed Vista business (The upgrade version) and now when I try to activate it it says that I have to install XP first because it's the upgrade version. The thought of doing this makes me cringe so I'm considering buying Windows 7 and starting fresh. My question is can I buy a OEM copy of it along with some memory and get away with it or does M$ have my hardware profile for that machine.
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When installing a clean upgrade, it should just ask you to stick a previous version in your optical drive. It will read it and continue to install the upgraded OS.
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Well I just installed Vista without entering a code. Now when I enter the code I just get a message that says it is only valid for an upgrade version and there were no options to continue.[img]https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4373/35734799443_53cb20ef13_z.jpg[/img]
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I don't believe MS logs anything. Else all those millions of illegal copies used in China/all over the world would be blocked and can't be reinstalled. If you're going to get Win 7 soon, just give me a day to see what I can dig up.Comment
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Well if you can get a LEGAL code for me to type in I would be happy to buy it. I am installing Win7 from the OEM disk that I have from the Vascetamator and I will just put off the activation for a day or two.[img]https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4373/35734799443_53cb20ef13_z.jpg[/img]
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That's what I thought...Originally posted by Apache Warrior View PostWhen installing a clean upgrade, it should just ask you to stick a previous version in your optical drive. It will read it and continue to install the upgraded OS.
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Nah I didn't try the number I also want to go to Win7 64 bit from Vista 32 and that is also a PITA form what I here so if I can buy an OEM copy while upgrading the RAM and a HDD then I will have what I need for $199.99[img]https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4373/35734799443_53cb20ef13_z.jpg[/img]
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Why of course, everything I do on this forum is legalOriginally posted by Duke{CLR} View Post
My source told me he might be able to get it within 12 hours. I hope he keeps his word. Stay tuned pls.Comment
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