Activating Windows 7 in October

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phishingjimi

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I currently have the 64-bit version of the Windows 7 RC installed on my desktop. I am very happy with my current build and hope to keep it.

Does anyone know if there is a way to just activate my copy (legally, i don't mind paying) or something similarly simple to maintain my current build while making it a full install.

Any input would be very useful.
 

My Computer

OS
Windows 7 RC
CPU
E7500
Motherboard
Gigabyte P45-UD3P
Memory
4 x 1gig Corsair 1066 MHz
Graphics Card(s)
EVGA GTX 260 192 core
no the RC will eventually expire in 2010.
 

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Computer Manufacturer/Model Number
Too many to list.
OS
XP, Seven, 2008R2
CPU
AMD, Intel, VIA
Motherboard
Various
Memory
Corsair, Kingston, etc.
Graphics Card(s)
ATI, NVIDIA
Monitor(s) Displays
Samsung
Hard Drives
Maxtor, Western Digital
Keyboard
qwerty
Internet Speed
22 Mb/s @ home, 1 Gb/s @ server
Other Info
All of my systems still run fastest on XP 32-bit for the most part. Win7 is fun to play with, but I still prefer XP for raw speed, security, and functionality.
you must do an upgrade install, the RC is "time-bombed"
 

My Computer

Computer Manufacturer/Model Number
Black_Box (homebuilt)
OS
windows 7 RTM x64
CPU
Phenom II 965 Quad Core 3.4Ghz
Motherboard
Asus M4A79T Deluxe
Memory
Mushkin Blackline 8GB (4x2gb)
Graphics Card(s)
XFX Radeon 5970 Black Edition
Sound Card
onboard
Monitor(s) Displays
Dell 2408WPF-main Dell E248WFP-secondary
Screen Resolution
1920x1200-main 1920x1200-secondary
Hard Drives
OCZ Vertex Limited Edition 100GB (OS)
x1 WD Black Edition 500GB drive (Storage)
PSU
XFX 850w Black Edition (Modular)
Case
Mountian Mods H2go
Cooling
CoolITSystems ECO A.L.C.
Keyboard
Logitech MX 5500 wireless keyboard
Mouse
Razor Copperhead
Internet Speed
16Mb down/2Mb up Wowway Cable Internet
Hi Phishinjimi
MS states you can't: http://www.microsoft.com/windows/windows-7/get/faq.aspx
You will have to do the Windows Easy Transfer procedure, which will transfer your files and program settings. Then reinstall all your programs.
It is highly recommended that anyway you do this, backup your files first.
 

My Computer

Computer Manufacturer/Model Number
Wally, Innc.
OS
Windows 7 x64 finally!
CPU
AMD Athlon II X2 240
Motherboard
Biostar TA790GX XE
Memory
OCZ Platinum 4GB DDR2 1066 (will not work past 800MHz)
Graphics Card(s)
MSI R4670-MD1G Radeon HD 4670 1GB 128-bit GDDR3
Sound Card
ATI High Definition Audio Device Realtek ALC888
Monitor(s) Displays
HP w19e
Screen Resolution
1440x900
Hard Drives
Western Digital Caviar Green WD5000AADS 500GB SATA
Western Digital Caviar Blue WD5000AAKS 500GB SATA
PSU
Athena Power Micro ATX 400W
Case
HEC 6T 6T10BB Black MicroATX Mini Tower
Cooling
stock
Keyboard
wired, many keys
Mouse
HP wireless, 2 buttons, 1 wheel
Internet Speed
DSL 2Mb (recently getting 1.65M!)
phishingjimi said:
I currently have the 64-bit version of the Windows 7 RC installed on my desktop. I am very happy with my current build and hope to keep it.

Does anyone know if there is a way to just activate my copy (legally, i don't mind paying) or something similarly simple to maintain my current build while making it a full install.

Any input would be very useful.
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Hello phishingjimi, and welcome to Windows Seven Fourms!

As noted here at Windows Seven Forums, the retail build is expected to contain some fixes and refinements since the RC was released. So expect some improvements when you get the chance to install it.

On the positive side, because you have the RC activated, you can purchase the "Upgrade" version for the flavor of your choice, (example Home Premium = $120) instead of a "Full" version (example Home Premium = $200) and save a little cash!

Those who did not install the RC and choose to upgrade from a current XP or Vista installation must retire the OS they are upgrading.

Happy surfing!

Robert
 

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