More updates.
I installed Windows XP, and used the OEM code that I was given. It wouldn't activate over the internet (no drivers) but I did get it activated over the telephone. Bring on the 7 Upgrades!
How did go, just wondering, and hoping it worked out for you.:)
It went fine! All I had to do was talk to a (very annoying) automated person, and now my XP is activated! I did have some trouble with drive letters (
) and the order I needed to Format my HDD's in the XP setup. I took the opportunity to re-wire my case!
Then re-installed XP (I personally don't like OS's on drive D: ) and re-activated and it seems to be running fine, as I passed the Windows Genuine Advantage test!
Last edited by Johanster; 09 Jul 2009 at 15:15. Reason: More Information
Is anyone taking advantage of Best Buy's offer of the $50 pre order? IT seems like a good deal. The software doesn't ship until October...
Is there any way that Microsoft will allow BETA users to purchase a serial and authenticate the BETA to be a official copy of Windows7?
The pre-order lasts until July 11th. It is a good deal for those, like me, who bought a laptop as a Christmas Present (last year) that came with Vista Premium on it.
It's also a good deal for those who have newer XP machines that meet the Win7 requirements. With this OS, you need to understand that a 'clean' install with the upgrade DVD is what will be needed.
I highly doubt the possibility of that. If you have Win7 RC7100 on you machine right now, it's operable until June 1, 2010.Is there any way that Microsoft will allow BETA users to purchase a serial and authenticate the BETA to be a official copy of Windows7?
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