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21 Feb 2010 | #1 |
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Using same key to install on two computers
Simple question, is it possible? My sister's laptop is running the RC that I was using recently. But I upgraded, using the key I bought for the Windows 7 Retail from the digital river student sale offer.
Her computer will also start to expire soon, so I need to do the same there. But this is the only key I have, and I used it on my computer. Is it possible to use the same key on her laptop as well? I know probably not, but I thought so about being able to upgrade from RC to RTM too, except that was possible, so you never know. Thanks. |
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21 Feb 2010 | #2 |
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No, that would be illegal. You need a separate key for each installation.
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21 Feb 2010 | #3 |
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In addition to being illegal and not moral, Microsoft is beginning a crack down on all who do not have legally licensed OS. You can get an upgrade DVD for a little more than about $100. The few dollars spent would be the best way to go.
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21 Feb 2010 | #4 |
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Worth the price as well...
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21 Feb 2010 | #5 |
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Simple question, is it possible? My sister's laptop is running the RC that I was using recently. But I upgraded, using the key I bought for the Windows 7 Retail from the digital river student sale offer.
Her computer will also start to expire soon, so I need to do the same there. But this is the only key I have, and I used it on my computer. Is it possible to use the same key on her laptop as well? I know probably not, but I thought so about being able to upgrade from RC to RTM too, except that was possible, so you never know. Thanks. There are always ways to get around that, but it'd be best to get another license. |
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22 Feb 2010 | #6 |
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Yeah, thought so. It is easily worth 100 dollars of course, but I dont know if my sister will be able to afford that right now.
I guess we'll have to figure something out. |
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04 Apr 2010 | #7 |
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Activation
If Win7 is already activated an one PC and its is installed on another PC (with same Prod key) even when activated at time of install, what happens?
Is this even possible or is the activation checked later in the second install and, when it is, what happens then? |
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04 Apr 2010 | #8 |
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It is against Forum Policy to explain how it can happen, but trust me it can. If a person is caught, worse case scenario, MS can pursue criminal charges; its theft of service. Best case scenario, you lose one of the OS. It will be turned off. |
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04 Apr 2010 | #9 |
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You can get a 32bit Win7 for $89.99 here. You have to use this promo code: EMCYRYZ54. Without the promo code and for the 64bit version it is $99.99.
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04 Apr 2010 | #10 |
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By the way you can use the same key to activate either the 64 or 32 bit versions.
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