Full Retail Version of Pro For Students only 29.99

[0siris]

Recently I saw a posting about digital river offering 29.99 for anyone with a student email address. You had to go to the website and choose which version and whether or not you wanted the 64bit or 32 bit upgrade. I placed the order and then called Microsoft Store to cancel my previous preorder. When I told they why the said they can offer me the full retail version at the same price. I signed up and cancelled my order with digital river.

Here is what you do:
1. Make sure you have a valid email address with .edu
2. Make sure you have your student ID ready.
3. Call 1-877-696-7786
4. Tell them you want to purchase the full retail version of either Home Premium of Professional. Why anyone would not choose Pro is beyond me.

For an extra $5 you can purchase the disk otherwise it is a digital download.

Enjoy a full retail version of W7 for only 30 bucks!

Ok, What am I doing wrong, I call the number. I pressed 7 the first time and called back alittle later and pressed I think 1. I called twice because both times they wanted to charge me $300. First time I stated I was a student and would like to buy Win7 Pro, the guy recommended me to check my university's bookstore for better deals because he wanted to charge me 300. And the second time I called I just said I would like to purchase Win7 Pro and the rep just quoted me 300 straight up. So what gives? What do i need to do to get the $30? Obviously I'm not doing something right or saying something. Thanks for any help

for me i called that number 1-877-696-7786 press 1 and wait to be connected. I told them i want to buy windows 7 they quoted me the retail price. then i asked them do they do student discount and she said yes. i asked them how much, they said $29.99. done deal

Just for anyones information, I called back a third time got a hold of a different person yet again. The rep looked to see if the offer was still available and I then found out that you can get full retail version of Pro or Ultimate for $30. So I got Ultimate Talk about being a happy customer. If you get a rep that says they dont have a discount or tells you to go to your University Bookstore, just call back at a different time and till you get someone that will give you the discount. I was quite surprised to find that it was good for Ultimate also. Also just FYI, I dont know if it makes a difference, but when I called I pressed 1 not 7. And just followed the above guys instruction.

hmm interesting.

Although I don't care about Bitlock and 32 language support, Proffessional version should work just fine

 

[sfazngiants]

i'm pretty sure its only for premium and professional, guess you got lucky with ultimate.

You just need a valid .edu email address, no need for school ID.

they email you your invoice with the product key, you go to microsoft store and log into your account to get the download links. I downloaded the .iso file using chrome and after an hour of download i burned it to a DVD and got a driver error installing 7. turns out it was a corrupted downloaded. so i downloaded again with firefox and chrome again and no luck, it stops and downloads very slow at certain point. My suggestion use IE to log onto your microsoft store and click on the download link, then a message would pop up and say something like do you want to use their download manager. download that to download windows 7. File was good and no pausing in between download.

 

[2Cold Scorpio]

Just for anyones information, I called back a third time got a hold of a different person yet again. The rep looked to see if the offer was still available and I then found out that you can get full retail version of Pro or Ultimate for $30. So I got Ultimate Talk about being a happy customer. If you get a rep that says they dont have a discount or tells you to go to your University Bookstore, just call back at a different time and till you get someone that will give you the discount. I was quite surprised to find that it was good for Ultimate also. Also just FYI, I dont know if it makes a difference, but when I called I pressed 1 not 7. And just followed the above guys instruction. Much thanks to Jacen for this wonderful information!

Haha, I was told that I couldn't get Ultimate! Just Home Premium or Pro. No big deal, I didn't really need it; Pro will give me everything I need and then some. I opted for the full retail boxed copy. I'll believe it when I see it if it's actually in the retail box with a retail (and not upgrade key), but even if its an upgrade key and a disk in a sleeve, its still a great buy, so long as I get my x64 disk.

 

[hacku]

Saw this posted on another forum. Seems some people here have been lucky enough to purchase the full version.

I was on the phone with MS for an hour (2x) trying to get the deal through them and they would not do it. I figure its just the luck of the draw with getting a rep that can do it, but rather than waste more time I picked up the Pro version on DigitalRiver with my edu address @29.99.

After it DLed I took the files and made a bootable ISO out of them and I was set. I am pretty sure its the full version, since I was able to install it to my computer that only has RC installed- not a retail Win OS.

 

[november7286]

hmm interesting.

Although I don't care about Bitlock and 32 language support, Proffessional version should work just fine

Very True, I had plans on just getting professional simply for the reason you stated. But Ultimate's another 100-150 bucks pending if you do a upgrade or a full retail if you dont do this deal. The way I thought about it was I was just getting even a better deal, price wise that is. I realize that I probably will never use those features.

2Cold Scorpio
Haha, I was told that I couldn't get Ultimate! Just Home Premium or Pro. No big deal, I didn't really need it; Pro will give me everything I need and then some. I opted for the full retail boxed copy. I'll believe it when I see it if it's actually in the retail box with a retail (and not upgrade key), but even if its an upgrade key and a disk in a sleeve, its still a great buy, so long as I get my x64 disk.

Yes, I'll be waiting to see what exactly I get in the mail. Hopefully I'll have it before this week is up.

Hacku said:
So do they just email you a download link or something? And Jacen mentioned "make sure you have your student ID handy", why do they need that?
I'm no longer an active student, but I still have access to my .edu email address. Is that all I would need?

I'm not sure how the DL link works, I just ordered the disk itself. I'm not in a huge rush to install it. Just getting the best deal possible is what I was looking for. Yes, I'm pretty sure thats all you need just a .edu. As far as the student ID goes, I wasnt asked for it. Just exactly how is a student ID supposed to help Microsoft to determine whether you were a student or not if they are not there in person to check? :huh:

@Hacku
Don't know if you have ventured around these forums at all but I found some info that pertains to your previous post. It seems legit, you might want to check it out. Given this information, I don't know what the difference between upgrade and full version for Win7 anymore. It looks like you can accomplish the same with an upgrade disc and you can a retail, just check the link to see what I mean. Which it what sounds like that happened to the above guy in the quote you posted.


http://www.sevenforums.com/installation-setup/30622-doing-clean-install-upgrade-windows-7-version.html
Check this link out for Win7 upgrade information^^^

I'm not tryin to hijack a thread. If you have a response regarding this link, Please post in that thread not this one. Seeing as how this is a different topic.

 

[2Cold Scorpio]

Well, I finally got my shipping confirmation. Not only that, but they upgraded my shipping method from 3-7 days (which I had opted for because it was the cheapest and a few extra days of waiting wouldn't kill me) up to 1-Day Air free of charge (I assume because it was their fault it shipped late). According to UPS, I should have my copy of Windows 7 tomorrow. Needless to say, I'm quite a happy camper right now; I'm actually getting my order slightly earlier than I probably would have in the first place if it had shipped on-time.

 

[0siris]

Well, I finally got my shipping confirmation. Not only that, but they upgraded my shipping method from 3-7 days (which I had opted for because it was the cheapest and a few extra days of waiting wouldn't kill me) up to 1-Day Air free of charge (I assume because it was their fault it shipped late). According to UPS, I should have my copy of Windows 7 tomorrow. Needless to say, I'm quite a happy camper right now; I'm actually getting my order slightly earlier than I probably would have in the first place if it had shipped on-time.

how long did it take you to get the shipping confirmation? I ordered on sunday and still haven't gotten it (now tuesday)

 

[2Cold Scorpio]

Well, I finally got my shipping confirmation. Not only that, but they upgraded my shipping method from 3-7 days (which I had opted for because it was the cheapest and a few extra days of waiting wouldn't kill me) up to 1-Day Air free of charge (I assume because it was their fault it shipped late). According to UPS, I should have my copy of Windows 7 tomorrow. Needless to say, I'm quite a happy camper right now; I'm actually getting my order slightly earlier than I probably would have in the first place if it had shipped on-time.

how long did it take you to get the shipping confirmation? I ordered on sunday and still haven't gotten it (now tuesday)

I had ordered last Wednesday (Oct. 21) and didn't get my shipping confirmation until yesterday (it actually shipped yesterday as well) as I said earlier.

Even better, it just arrived at my doorstep about an hour ago. I checked the box and sure enough its Windows 7 Professional Retail, complete with the box that you'd see it in on the shelves at stores. And it isn't an Upgrade box either, its the full version. I'm one happy camper right now.

Looks like I'll have a busy weekend.

 

[Zeonstar]

I was just going to post and say I got mine too and confirm it is indeed a full retail box but you beat me to it. Very nice deal from Microsoft. I had not planned to get Windows 7 so soon...but at $30, no way I could resist!

 

[0siris]

aaah man I'm so jealous...

It's gonna be a long week

/goes to check his e-mail. (it's been almost 5 minutes since I last checked...but you never know )

 

[Aleck Smart]

Hi guys,
I would appreciate your answering my questions.

1. Am I eligible to upgrade from Windows Vista Ultimate 32 bit OEM ?
2. Is it possible for me to upgrade to Windows 7 Ultimate according to the student program for only $29.99? If no, is it possible to upgrade from Windows Vista Ultimate to Windows 7 Professional ?
3. I am going to graduate from my university in the nearest future. Will I still be able to use my newly purchased version of Windows 7 for students to the full extent (tech support and updates) after my graduation from the university?

Thank you in advance for your replies.

 

[0siris]

To answer your first question: Can I upgrade from Vista Ultimate to Windows 7 Professional?

Second: The student discount only applies to the Home and Professional versions of Windows 7, although some people got lucky and picked up the Ultimate version anyway. You could call, play dumb and maybe they will give it to you (jk lol)

And finally, the product is yours once you buy it...discounted or not - you could use it for as long as you want.

 

[2Cold Scorpio]

aaah man I'm so jealous...

It's gonna be a long week

/goes to check his e-mail. (it's been almost 5 minutes since I last checked...but you never know )

You never know. My shipment confirmation came out of nowhere yesterday evening and I had gotten a free shipping upgrade from 3-7 day ground to 1-Day Air. You just never know when that E-mail will come. lol

 

[0siris]

I just got it.

It's scheduled to get here November 2...unfortunately I have exams that week so I wont be able to install it until the weekend after that....oohh the agony

 

[Static]

3 service reps in a row just told me I can only do it thru the digital river 741 website, and that it is only the upgrade for 29.99. Not the full retail version.

Anyone got this problem recently? Have they finally finalized an answer and I missed the gravy train boat?


Edit: I guess 4th one is the charm. I just called back and the 4th guy gave it to me. 29.99 Win7 professional. and I opted for 5 dollar for the discs instead of download.
Awesome. and I asked him 3 times if it was full retail version and he said yes. But I guess we'll see in the confirmation email etc. I recieve soon.

Edit: Edit: Got my confirmation e-mail. It says -

Thank you for your purchase: Windows 7 Professional
Quantity: 1 $29.99
Subtotal: $29.99 Shipping: $4.99 Tax: $2.83 Total: $37.81


Anyone know if this is FOR SURE full retail version or upgrade? It doesn't say upgrade so I am assuming it is full retail version. and o crap, I forgot to ask if it was 64bit or 32. Do both come in the box?

 

[frogpoo]

3 service reps in a row just told me I can only do it thru the digital river 741 website, and that it is only the upgrade for 29.99. Not the full retail version.

Anyone got this problem recently? Have they finally finalized an answer and I missed the gravy train boat?


Edit: I guess 4th one is the charm. I just called back and the 4th guy gave it to me. 29.99 Win7 professional. and I opted for 5 dollar for the discs instead of download.
Awesome. and I asked him 3 times if it was full retail version and he said yes. But I guess we'll see in the confirmation email etc. I recieve soon.

Edit: Edit: Got my confirmation e-mail. It says -

Thank you for your purchase: Windows 7 Professional
Quantity: 1 $29.99
Subtotal: $29.99 Shipping: $4.99 Tax: $2.83 Total: $37.81


Anyone know if this is FOR SURE full retail version or upgrade? It doesn't say upgrade so I am assuming it is full retail version. and o crap, I forgot to ask if it was 64bit or 32. Do both come in the box?

I got it and it is the full retail box with both 64 and 32 bit.

 

[Slimer]

3 service reps in a row just told me I can only do it thru the digital river 741 website, and that it is only the upgrade for 29.99. Not the full retail version.

Anyone got this problem recently? Have they finally finalized an answer and I missed the gravy train boat?


Edit: I guess 4th one is the charm. I just called back and the 4th guy gave it to me. 29.99 Win7 professional. and I opted for 5 dollar for the discs instead of download.
Awesome. and I asked him 3 times if it was full retail version and he said yes. But I guess we'll see in the confirmation email etc. I recieve soon.

Edit: Edit: Got my confirmation e-mail. It says -

Thank you for your purchase: Windows 7 Professional
Quantity: 1 $29.99
Subtotal: $29.99 Shipping: $4.99 Tax: $2.83 Total: $37.81


Anyone know if this is FOR SURE full retail version or upgrade? It doesn't say upgrade so I am assuming it is full retail version. and o crap, I forgot to ask if it was 64bit or 32. Do both come in the box?

I got it and it is the full retail box with both 64 and 32 bit.

I placed a phone order with M$ store on Mon. Oct. 26th and can confirm that I received Windows 7 Professional (full version, NOT upgrade) on Wed. Oct. 28th.

 

[Static]

Thanks for the re-assurance. I decided to call back anyways with their customer support. I too can confirm that I am getting Windows Professional Full Retail Box with 32 and 64bit for the 37 dollars total.

What an excellent deal. If you haven't done this yet, it is completely worth it.

 

[0siris]

it seems as though they are informing their employees about this so I would act sooner rather than later.

 

[Static]

it seems as though they are informing their employees about this so I would act sooner rather than later.

A very true statement.