When will you get Windows 7 RTM?

[dan7777]

arn"t we getting untouched iso 24th july ? msdn/technet

 

[pparks1]

1 pc
Windows 7 Ultimate + MS Office 2007 Pro Plus

If you use and need those 2 alone... well anything else you may need/want is a bonus.

If you have more than 1 PC ......

Yeah, like I said, if you use the various pieces of software I can see the benefit. Personally I just use Open Office as it meets my needs. As far as having more than 1 PC, I just choose to run Linux on those. I know, I know.....most of my friends cannot even believe that I don't use any non-licensed software on any of my boxes.

 

[Windows7 user007]

Is there a still possibility that final rtm is 7600.16385 which we are using actually ?

 

[ExNavy11]

If RTM is basically the finished version, is there a reason why they are waiting until October for Official release? I mean if its done, its done. Why a long delay?

 

[fakeasdf]

I'm psyched... Thank goodness for MSDN subscriptions August 6th here we come... Better stated, August 6th here my CD-Key comes... I am pretty sure it'll be leaked before hand..

 

[Snufffed]

Discussion about Windows 7 RTM should be with CARE
All available versions are currently available - but only Special people and places are downloading currently.

Information released only as BREAKING NEWS.

 

[Brand]

Yeah, baby! August 6th on MSDN, I'm counting. 15 days to go. Yeah!

 

[fakeasdf]

If RTM is basically the finished version, is there a reason why they are waiting until October for Official release? I mean if its done, its done. Why a long delay?

Once RTM'd Microsoft gives companies time to create drivers/software etc, without the worry of some major change in the OS from Microsoft which would in turn require revamping etc. This is why a lot of companies don't create their software right away...

 

[PCLover]

Thanks for the information. Sounds like Micros$$t can keep their schedule. Hope them finally keep their schedule to let us download from MSDN / Technet on time.

 

[ozeinab87]

but what would u say about Wzor saying that i will be on the 24th of july, 2 days from now? and the Golden signed off version on the 30th?

 

[Muad Dib]

can anyone buy a subscription to tech net what way does it work ? if i buy a subscription will i be able to get the rtm version on aug 6 with a legit key ? sorry if these questions are stupid i dont understand how it works thanks in advance

Yes and Yes. But it takes about 7-10 daya for your purchase to be processed. You will receive a registration code(s) and an inital DVD kit (if you requested DVD distro).

Before you ask , your activation keys for the MS products you download from Technet are permament (every new person ask that ).

 

[ozeinab87]

RTM announce is July 24th according to keznews, they also provided some screenshots:

Windows 7 OEM Named Partner RTM Information - KezNews.com

 

[Slimy]

but what would u say about Wzor saying that i will be on the 24th of july, 2 days from now? and the Golden signed off version on the 30th?

Wrong.

 

[Frostbite]

Small update from Brandon LeBlanc

ALL - Windows 7 RTM has not been delayed. We have not yet announced RTM. As the blog post states above, I have nothing new to add regarding RTM today over that we're on track to RTM the last 2 weeks in July. This post is simply to let people know *when* they will be able to get the RTM bits. Again, this post is not announcing that we have RTM'd.
Thanks,
Brandon

Seams there still keeping quite on hitting RTM

 

[X360]

it seems you need a vat number to sign up for tech net. what do they do with your vat number

 

[EvStarr]

Yes and Yes. But it takes about 7-10 daya for your purchase to be processed. <snip>

I called and signed up by phone with a credit card (several years ago mind you) from the car for the download only flavor of Technet and the account was live by the time I got home.

 

[banderz777]

it seems you need a vat number to sign up for tech net. what do they do with your vat number

I signed up in June and all they wanted was my Name, address and phone number and of course my credit card number, I got a confirmation letter in the mail with my sub.#.
:devil2::devil2:

 

[Muad Dib]

I called and signed up by phone with a credit card (several years ago mind you) from the car for the download only flavor of Technet and the account was live by the time I got home.

Hmmmmm... maybe it was because I was a VL signup.....? But it did take 7 calendar days for me to get "my letter" and that nifty CD case.

They were true to their word on how long ot would take...

 

[tw33k]

Hmmmmm... maybe it was because I was a VL signup.....? But it did take 7 calendar days for me to get "my letter" and that nifty CD case.

They were true to their word on how long ot would take...

mine become active after a couple of days. it's well worth the money. i need 4 keys for windows 7, 4 keys for office 2010 and a copy of Home Server with Power Pack 3 (when available of course)

 

[jimbo45]

Hi there
Look for various Promo codes available on the Net. These can save you (depending on area) as much as 40%.

This definitely makes signing up a "No Brainer".

I believe W7 RTM will be available to technet suscribers on or around Aug 13 - only about 3 weeks away and it will be the FULL version not the "E" hobbled version. You'll get Ultimate as well if the same options are available as for previous OS'es.

You can get full versions of Office, W2008 server etc etc so definitely well worth joining.


I didn't have to supply a VAT number -- I imagine this would only be required if its a Company PO or you are buying it on behalf of a business.

Cheers
jimbo