Can you get rid of the POS Windows 8 and downgrade (really a backwards upgrade) to Win7 ?
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You would need a valid (unused) Windows 7 key, so most likely you'd need to buy a copy. I just did this, there are a few changes you need to make in bios to get it to install, too.
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If you have a retail Windows 7 Install Disc, you can use it to reinstall Windows 7 from scratch. If you only have a manufacturer REinstall disc, it may be risky due to software/bloatware issues.
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Not that I'm aware. I do hate Win8 but have learned to live with it. It is ridiculous they don't give you the option of Win7.
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You would have to fresh install it your self.It does not come with Windows 7. Only Windows 8.
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"Can one simply upgrade the Windows 7 Home Edition to Windows 7 professional on this machine?"http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gtBZO7ZKOc4
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Yes. I used Windows 7 on my machine for it's entire working life. However I'm not sure what WIN8 would do. Godd luck!
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You could by a license for Windows 7, reformat the primary drive, and then install the OS. Windows 8 is just another Vista in my opinion.
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All you have to do is format the hard drive and install Windows 7. As for the drivers I am sure you can get drivers to work, you may have to mix and match, look for an older model that comes with Win7, and search the drivers for that model, should work, most of the components are the same. But I have not done it to this particular system... I want to cause Win8 is crap!!! But I have done this before on other systems and it worked so....
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Comes preloaded with windows 8....you could reformat it and put 7 one it if you own a copy
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It has Win 8 but you can buy Win7 and Dell has a instruction website for how to downgrade. I have not done it yet but plan to do so.
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possible to add RAM, you can replace the hard drive with SSD and if really want to downgrade from win 8 to win 7 you can use this link: http://www.abc15.com/dpp/news/science_tech/making-windows-8-work-like-windows-7-vs-downgrading or search how to do it on internet (you need to follow some steps).
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It looks that way: http://www.pcworld.com/article/2873214/windows-10-will-be-a-free-upgrade-for-windows-7-and-8-users.html
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Hi Stuart. I used one of Laplink's 'PCMover' programs to upgrade from Vista to Win7; it worked really well and was simple to use.There is a PDF guide which you can download and print out; this takes you step by step through the upgrade process. Laplink's support team headed by Ray Pettit is excellent; you can chat online for help if needed. This link will advise you which program is most suitable : http://www.laplink.com/index.php/individuals/pcmover-for-windows-8/feature-overview Regards Bob.
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Larry I don't know. All I know is windows 8 sucks. I would give it away for windows 7
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Did you try using your Win7Pro serial with the Anytime Upgrade? I don't know if it would work, but it's certainly worth a try, and I would think would leave you with a much cleaner "install" than actually installing the OS over a lower-grade version.
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Yes..without a problem. But..(I don't remember if it had an operating system on it when it arrived) unless it has the operating system on it..you'll have to use a "full blown" version of Windows 7..not the upgrade.
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Not sure how, but I want to know how to update Win 8.1 look/uses the same as Win 7 officially.
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Unless its been removed. HP shipped with Win 8. What I'm wondering is if Win 7 would hobble the performance of the machine? [Yeah, I would downgrade]
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You can upgrade, but you will lose your system settings and programs. This is assuming you have an x64 system. Honesty I would recommend backing up your personal data and any paid programs serials codes to an external drive and do a fresh install. Without ever using Win7 you will have to get used to the transitions to Win8. Last of all, if you have an older PC, it might be worth while to upgrade to a new x64 system that comes with Win8. You would surprised how much $500 can get you. Hope this was helpful. Feel free to reply with any other questions.