Time to upgrade from Windows 7 Release Candidate

[pwa767jock]

Quick question

Currently I'm running the evaluation copy build 7600. Some say that's the RTM but I believe I do have to replace with an actual RTM.

My question is do I do a custom (clean) install or can I actually upgrade from 7600?

 

[Zen00]

I think you may only need to change the key.

A clean install would be a good idea though.

 

[pwa767jock]

Thanks Zen, do I call MS to request a new key or just buy an upgrade version? Sorry if the question seems silly just not that well versed in how this works.

Lamont

 

[jfar]

Hi, Read the first post, all the information you need is in there.

 

[BSkiLLs]

Yuppers. I was just coming here to post this as well.

 

[z3r010]

It’s time to upgrade from the Windows 7 Release Candidate


While most people who tested Windows 7 have now moved to the final version, some are still running the Release Candidate. If you haven’t moved yet, it’s time to replace the RC.

Starting on March 1, 2010 your PC will begin shutting down every two hours. Your work will not be saved during the shutdown.

The Windows 7 RC will fully expire on June 1, 2010. Your PC running the Windows 7 RC will continue shutting down every two hours and your files won’t be saved during shutdown. In addition, your wallpaper will change to a solid black background with a persistent message on your desktop. You’ll also get periodic notifications that Windows isn’t genuine. That means your PC may no longer be able to obtain optional updates or downloads requiring genuine Windows validation.

To avoid interruption, please reinstall a prior version of Windows or move to Windows 7. In either case, you’ll need to do a custom (clean) install to replace the RC. As with any clean installation, you’ll need to back up your data then reinstall your applications and restore the data. For more details about replacing the RC, see the Knowledge Base article KB 971767.

Just a reminder for the folks still on RC.