Hi
Yes it was a mistake on my part to install the Pre-SP1 version of Win 7
Anyways, I am now downloading the Windows 7 Professional x64 SP1 U (media refresh) edition and will make a clean install with it.
My existing Win 7 Pro key will work with this, right?
Many thanks!
Yes, as long as it's a legit retail or factory preinstalled OEM WIn7 key then it will activate.
If you follow the steps in the tutorial based on thousands of installs we've helped with here, you'll get and keep a perfect Win7 install as long as you do.
Thanks Greg!
My key is of a retail edition and has been successfully validated by MS as "Genuine Windows". So ideally it should work.
Will follow the steps mentioned and get back to you all with the outcome.
Thanks a lot!
Good, feel free to ask back any questions as you go and keep us posted on your progress.
I sure hope to, Gary. Thanks :)
Finally made a clean install with Win 7 Pro SP1 included..phew!
Now installing apps. :)
Thank you so much for all your help - very appreciated
Be sure to install all rounds of IMportant and Optional Updates, after enabling Automatically deliver drivers via Windows Update (Step 3).
Once all rounds are done with restarts, check Device manager for any missing Drivers.
Surely Greg - will do that and will get back to you all if I find any issues
Thanks :)
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