Windows 7 OEM pricing emerges ... some serious discount

[echrada]

Online retailer Newegg.com has listed various editions of Windows 7 OEM, and there are some deep discounts on offer.

Here are the numbers:

* Windows 7 Home Premium OEM: $99.99 (full version retails for $199.99)
* Windows 7 Professional OEM: $134.99 (full version retails for $299.99)
* Windows 7 Ultimate OEM: $174.99 (full version retails for $319.99)

Those are some really deep discounts indeed.

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[pparks1]

Just keep in mind that OEM versions are designed to be installed onto 1 computer and it cannot be moved to another computer at a later time. And with OEM versions, you don't get direct support from Microsoft but rather the system builder...which in the case of a home hobbyist...you would contact yourself for support.

 

[echrada]

All true, but if you know what you are doing or have someone that does and do not have a lot of money it is a lifesaver for some.

 

[krs7272]

I pre-ordered mine here for $29.99 at the college discount offer.

741

 

[BadHairSpray]

Hi guys the $29.99 is for Home Premium or Pro version? My sister is eligible for the discount...i wanted to find out what version they are offering her...but apparently even forwarding it invalidates the offer!!!

 

[mn9500]

Hi guys the $29.99 is for Home Premium or Pro version? My sister is eligible for the discount...i wanted to find out what version they are offering her...but apparently even forwarding it invalidates the offer!!!

you can chose either. im gonna go with pro, and hopefully the key will work for both 32 and 64 bit because i dont know which to go with.

 

[kpo6969]

Good deal here too:

Newegg.com - Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium SP1 64-bit for System Builders w/ Tech Guarantee - Operating Systems

 

[Lunarpancake]

Just keep in mind that OEM versions are designed to be installed onto 1 computer and it cannot be moved to another computer at a later time. And with OEM versions, you don't get direct support from Microsoft but rather the system builder...which in the case of a home hobbyist...you would contact yourself for support.

Yes, and i know you are just informing us as to how it is SUPPOSED to be. However to all of those who are not aware, everything you have said is true but you CAN install OEM as many times as you like. When activating call Microsoft and tell the rep that you have just upgraded some hardware on your pc. They will give you an activation code.

I have an OEM of Windows XP PRO that I bought in early '02 and I have had it on at least 5 machines since. From the original p4 2.4ghz to my core2duo I have now.

 

[Alboggs]

Activating OEM

Hello, I'm new here... and I'm running a 10year old Dell with XP. I'm building a new computer for myself based on a Core I5, and am in the dark about OEM versions of Win7. Were I to install an OEM copy on my new machine would I be able to activate it? Thanks Alboggs.

 

[FliGi7]

you can chose either. im gonna go with pro, and hopefully the key will work for both 32 and 64 bit because i dont know which to go with.

According to who/where? That site is only for Home Premium.

 

[Kipper]

Hello, I'm new here... and I'm running a 10year old Dell with XP. I'm building a new computer for myself based on a Core I5, and am in the dark about OEM versions of Win7. Were I to install an OEM copy on my new machine would I be able to activate it? Thanks Alboggs.

Install the OEM 7 on the new machine and when you are ready activate it on line; will not be a problem.

 

[poin2]

you can chose either. im gonna go with pro, and hopefully the key will work for both 32 and 64 bit because i dont know which to go with.

According to who/where? That site is only for Home Premium.

Actually the win741 site offers Professional as well.

You have to click on the thing that asks if your institution requires you to join a domain, and then Professional is available too. They just sort of hide it in case you don't really need it.

And yes, after you submit your email, the link they send you to buy is tied to you personally. It's that specific link they provide in email you don't want to forward on.

 

[Jacen]

you can chose either. im gonna go with pro, and hopefully the key will work for both 32 and 64 bit because i dont know which to go with.

According to who/where? That site is only for Home Premium.

Actually the win741 site offers Professional as well.

You have to click on the thing that asks if your institution requires you to join a domain, and then Professional is available too. They just sort of hide it in case you don't really need it.

And yes, after you submit your email, the link they send you to buy is tied to you personally. It's that specific link they provide in email you don't want to forward on.

Order Directly from Microsoft Store and you get the FULL RETAIL VERSION for the same price.

I bought 2 copies of windows pro. With the win741 site you only get the upgrade version and you have to choose which bit (32 or 64) plus it is 13 bucks for the disk.

Read about it in this thread
http://www.sevenforums.com/general-...retail-version-pro-students-only-29-99-a.html

 

[Lordbob75]

Hey Jacen. I saw your thread about this already.
This thread is about the OEM discounts, not a student pricing.

   Warning

Do not hijack threads. Please stay on topic.

First and only warning.

~Lordbob

EDIT: That goes for everyone not just Jacen.

 

[Dave76]

Hello, I'm new here... and I'm running a 10year old Dell with XP. I'm building a new computer for myself based on a Core I5, and am in the dark about OEM versions of Win7. Were I to install an OEM copy on my new machine would I be able to activate it? Thanks Alboggs.

The answer is yes, you can activate it.

The OEM version is spose to be installed on only one computer, like a Dell (OEM), you can re-install it on the same machine and activate it again.
If you change the hard drive you can call MS and get a new activation code.

 

[raiderkeek7]

I got my copies from zipzoomfly today a week ahead

 

[s0me0ne]

Do you think they might go lower for OEM prices around Christmas or Thanksgiving? I think I'm gonna snag it up soon, I dont see those low prices lasting very long.

 

[richc46]

Can the OEM be used, if the puter already has Vista installed?

 

[Lordbob75]

Can the OEM be used, if the puter already has Vista installed?

Yes.

~Lordbob

 

[Joshatdot]

Just keep in mind that OEM versions are designed to be installed onto 1 computer and it cannot be moved to another computer at a later time. And with OEM versions, you don't get direct support from Microsoft but rather the system builder...which in the case of a home hobbyist...you would contact yourself for support.

I have never called MS for any support in my 20 years of PC building. Come to think of it, I haven't called any software or hardware company for any support. The only people I have had to call for support was cable company or telephone company for Internet/router/modem issues.