Tagged Questions

-2
votes
0answers
13 views

Graphics card upgrade for Dell Dimension 9200 [closed]

I have recently installed Windows 8 on my computer and found out that it is incompatible with the graphics card I currently have on my Dell Dimension 9200. What would be the best low budget graphics ...
-1
votes
1answer
36 views

Upgrading windows 8 on Envy 13

Maybe I'm a little noob... I want to upgrade to windows 8 my HP envy 13 but I've seen that HP doesn't provide any drivers for this pc. So I want to know if it is possible, or what should I do, or ...
-4
votes
0answers
43 views

Installing Windows 8 Upgrade on a new hard disk [duplicate]

I am new to the forums, so sorry if I do anything wrong. Me and my friend are making a joint computer build. It is my first time, but this guy has built a couple before. I currently have a Dell ...
0
votes
1answer
232 views

What caused the program to stop working correctly?

Error message "a problem caused the program to stop working correctly. Please close the program" I upgraded my computer from Windows 7 to 8 pro on my new Lenovo PC. Ever since the upgrad I am getting ...
-1
votes
1answer
50 views

Legally swapping Windows 8 versions between two laptops

I have an HP dv6t-3000 laptop that came with Windows 7. A few months ago, I upgraded to Windows 8 Professional with Media Center by purchasing and downloading the update from Microsoft. I also just ...
0
votes
1answer
117 views

Does a full retail Windows 8 license grant me the right to install Windows 7 instead?

If I buy a full retail Windows 8 license am I granted the right to install a down-level version of Windows, specifically Windows 7, instead? Just to be clear: I buy a full retail Windows 8 license - ...
0
votes
0answers
112 views

Can I assume that devices/drivers that work on Windows 7 will definitely work on Windows 8? [closed]

Background: I have a Windows 7 Home 32 bit Desktop with a Yamaha SW1000XG PCI sound card. As someone who works in computing I would like to install Windows 8 on this machine to get used to it and ...
1
vote
0answers
92 views

Why does Windows store not start after upgrading from Windows 7 to Windows 8 Professional

Many people who have taken the $39 offer to upgrade to Windows 8 Professional are having this problem. Most of the apps on the Start screen don't work. This is only occurring with customers that have ...
0
votes
1answer
318 views

Can I upgrade to Windows 8 from 32 bit to 64 bit online, if I have the 64 bit disc already? [duplicate]

Possible Duplicate: Is the windows 8 upgrade 32 bit or 64bit I just upgraded a 32 bit Vista machine to a 64 bit Windows 8 pro with discs I got thru mail order. I have another XP sp3 machine ...
3
votes
2answers
500 views

My Windows 8 computer does not come out of Standby

My computer will not come out out of standby. It has had this issue ever since I bought it ~4 years ago. When I purchased it, It came with Vista, I have since upgraded it to 7 and now 8 Pro, each time ...
0
votes
1answer
1k views

Windows 8 Upgrade Stuck at Spinning Circles after the First Reboot

When I try to upgrade my version of Windows from Windows 7 Ultimate to Windows 8 Pro on my Alienware Aurora R4 with the latest, A07 BIOS, with the Windows upgrade setting to preserve my files and ...
0
votes
0answers
225 views

Nvidia Optimus shows Nvidia card is always active in Windows 8

I have loaded the new Asus Nvidia driver for my Asus Ux32VD that I have installed Windows 8 on. It has an Nvidia 620m and Intel hd 4000 integrated graphics. The problem is that the Optimus activity ...
0
votes
1answer
105 views

Adjust brightness function is gone after upgrading Windows

I recently installed Windows 8 on my Sony Vaio (VPCCW17FX). Now my adjust brightness function is missing. It is gone from the power option as well. How do I fix this problem? I also had a chat ...
0
votes
0answers
68 views

Is it possible to upgrade from Windows 8 OEM to Windows 8 Pro? [duplicate]

Possible Duplicate: Installing a different edition of Windows 8 on an OEM system I've just built a new computer and purchased the OEM (System Builder) version of Windows 8 (64-bit). I ...
2
votes
1answer
646 views

Downgrade Windows 8 back to Windows 7

Last month I upgraded a computer from Windows 7 to Windows 8. Now the last week I bought a new computer that had Win 7 installed. Can I downgrade the previous computer back to Windows 7 and upgrade ...
0
votes
2answers
2k views

How can I upgrade from Windows 8 x32 to x64 fastest & easiest?

I was upgrading the hardware in a family member's computer and purchased the Windows 8 upgrade for $40 from their website. Not thinking, after I installed it I realized I now have 32bit Windows on ...
0
votes
0answers
608 views

After installing Windows 8, boot hangs before BIOS setup

I have an Alienware M15x, 940MX processor, 16 GB RAM, 512GB M4 SSD, and I was running Win7 64bit. I backed up the disk and ran Win 8 setup. Setup appeared to go well through multiple reboots. ...
0
votes
1answer
222 views

Upgrade using downloaded $40 to Win8 x64 to blank SSD using only retail 32Bit XP install CD

I have purchased the downloadable $40 UPGRADE version of Windows 8. I want to install this upgrade to a new/blank SSD drive WITHOUT prior installation of retail version of XP/service pack 3 ...
4
votes
2answers
2k views

Known problems with dual boot of Windows 8 and Fedora 17

Presently, I am using Windows 7 and Fedora 17 on my laptop. Both OSes work fine. I am thinking of upgrading Windows 7 to Windows 8, while keeping Fedora where it is. Keeping Fedora 17 on my system is ...
0
votes
0answers
30 views

Upgrading to Windows 8 [duplicate]

Possible Duplicate: Upgrade to Genuine Windows 8 Pro from non genuine Windows 7 I've been a Windows 7 User since it came out, and I've had a good run with it; however, since Windows 8 have ...
3
votes
1answer
272 views

Upgrade Windows 7 to Windows 8 using Technet?

I want to go get a TechNet subscription to test some Windows software before I buy it. I want to replicate upgrading Windows 7 to Windows 8 with specific software in a virtual machine then see how ...
1
vote
2answers
272 views

Can I go back to fresh install of Win7 if I don't like Win8 (after upgrade)?

I have Windows 7 Pro. I'm interested in Windows 8, particularly for the $40 upgrade option. If I upgrade my box, but decide I prefer Windows 7, can I do a fresh install of Windows 7 on the same box ...
2
votes
2answers
1k views

Can I install a Windows 8 Pro upgrade in a virtual machine?

I bought a Lenovo 430K with Windows 7 Home Premium and upgraded it to Windows 8 Pro. I created a DVD from which I installed the Windows 8 Pro upgrade. I'm underwhelmed with Windows 8, however. I want ...
11
votes
2answers
2k views

Does upgrading a Windows 7 OEM licence to Windows 8 remove the OEM restrictions?

I have Windows 7 OEM version installed on my PC at the moment and I want to upgrade my motherboard, CPU and graphics card, but I've been told that an OEM version of Windows will not boot if I change ...
2
votes
2answers
1k views

Upgrade Windows 8 standard edition to professional edition

Is it possible to upgrade Windows 8 standard edition to professional edition? If yes, how?
3
votes
1answer
250 views

Upgrade from Windows 7 Enterprise to Windows 8 Enterprise

I tried to upgrade a Windows 7 Enterprise to Windows 8 Enterprise, however it fails a quarter of the way through the initialization process. Could this have something to do with the Assembly cache? ...
5
votes
3answers
3k views

Upgrade to full Windows 8

I am currently running an evaluation of Windows 8, as can be seen by the following screenshot of the bottom right hand side of my screen. How can I upgrade to the full, non-evaluation version of ...
3
votes
5answers
277 views

How much time will it take to upgrade to Windows 8? [closed]

I'm planning to upgrade my Windows 7 PC to Windows 8. I've read several articles concerning the upgrade. Now I ask myself how much time must be included to perfom the upgrade. Does the upgrade take ...
4
votes
1answer
4k views

Windows 8 Upgrade Failed - No Error Info

When I tried to upgrade 7 (standard install, primary NTFS partition), the installed stopped at 29% and gave me a message that "Installation failed". Not even proper punctuation! I have no idea where ...
1
vote
2answers
9k views

Can you upgrade another machine with Windows 8 Pro after using it?

If I get a Windows 8 Pro upgrade disc and I upgrade my current machine to Windows 8 or if I upgrade my motherboard, would I have to deactivate my current Windows 8 license key, pop in the upgrade disc ...
0
votes
3answers
2k views

How hard is it to upgrade my Boot Camp Windows 7 to Windows 8?

I use Boot Camp and rEFIt to dual boot between Mac OS X 10.8 and Windows 7. How hard is it to upgrade my Windows to Windows 8? Is it even an option, or will I have to essentially wipe Windows and ...
3
votes
2answers
6k views

What is the difference between Windows 8 Pro and Windows 8 Pro Pack?

The Microsoft Store has two version of Windows 8: Windows 8 Pro, and Windows 8 Pro Pack: What is the difference between these versions of Windows 8?
0
votes
1answer
152 views

Windows 8 upgrade offer issues [closed]

does anyone know why, if I've pre-registered for the Windows 8 upgrade offer for £14.99, I am being asked to pay £24.99? I'm currently using the Release Preview (from Windows 7), on a refurbished, but ...
3
votes
2answers
298 views

Proper upgrade path for Windows 7 to Windows 8 when the directory setup is non-standard

I have both a HDD and a SSD in my computer and after installing Windows I moved things around a little to ensure that the OS is on the SSD but my user profile resides on the SSD (with a few ...
5
votes
3answers
2k views

Windows 8 Upgrade : From Windows 7 Trial

This is a bit complicated it seems. I own Windows Vista Ultimate 64-bit (Retail). It was okay, but around a couple of weeks ago I had some system crash and at that time I decided that I will install ...
0
votes
1answer
424 views

Queries related to Windows 8 Upgrade installation media

I don't expect all these questions to be answered right away. Gradually over time is fine. Also, I guess the answers would differ depending on the language, so I'm looking for information related to ...
12
votes
5answers
7k views

How to backup Windows 7 and revert upgrade to Windows 8

I am currently on Windows 7, and want to upgrade to Windows 8. In case something goes wrong, or an important application stops working on Windows 8, how can I create a backup that can be used to ...
5
votes
5answers
8k views

Windows 8 Pro Upgrade but no previous version of Windows installed [duplicate]

Possible Duplicate: If I’m performing a an upgrade to Windows 8, do I have to have the previous version installed, or is just having the key enough? I have a license for Windows 7 but don't ...
3
votes
4answers
1k views

If I'm performing a an upgrade to Windows 8, do I have to have the previous version installed, or is just having the key enough?

I'm planning to buy a Windows 8 Upgrade for my computer, and need to know if I have to keep my Windows 7 disks around and have to install Windows 7 first before doing the upgrade, or if there is ...
4
votes
1answer
514 views

What exactly is required in order to qualify for the $40 upgrade to Windows 8?

I am planning to install Windows 8 on my machine and I'm wondering what the best way to go about this is based on my rather unusual situation: My machine originally shipped with (what I understand to ...
13
votes
5answers
4k views

If I buy the Windows 8 Pro upgrade, can I do multiple fresh installs?

My understanding is that when I first upgrade, I can choose to upgrade as a fresh install. If I want to do another fresh install in the future, can I do that? I tend to reinstall Windows every 1-3 ...
1
vote
2answers
4k views

Windows 8 Pro install on empty hard drive allowed? [duplicate]

Possible Duplicate: Windows 8 upgrade If I purchase the Windows 8 Pro copy via the Windows 8 offer that's currently running until Jan 2013, do I have to install it on a PC having an ...
7
votes
3answers
25k views

Using the same Windows 8 Upgrade installer on multiple PCs

As per the article How the new Windows 8 license terms affect you: You may transfer the software to another computer that belongs to you. … You may not transfer the software to share licenses ...
3
votes
1answer
1k views

How well will XAMPP transfer to Windows 8

I'm in the middle of setting up XAMPP on my Windows 7 machine and I am wondering if it's worth my time doing it now if I plan on upgrading to Windows 8 Pro later this week. Should I expect any issues ...
2
votes
1answer
352 views

Upgrading to Windows 8 Enterprise edition

Just came across this page for Windows 8 Enterprise Edition I am particularly keen on Direct access without VPN as well as Windows to go. Can I upgrade to Enterprise directly from Windows 7 Pro or do ...
2
votes
2answers
301 views

Dual booting windows 7/8 with a view to upgrade 7 later

I currently have Windows 7 (64 bit), and I'd like to try out Windows 8, but not commit just yet. Can I install windows 8 in a dual boot configuration so that I can dual boot 7 and 8? Assuming ...
2
votes
2answers
3k views

Can I upgrade 32 bit Windows Vista to Windows 8 64 bit? [duplicate]

Possible Duplicate: How can I upgrade from Windows 7 to Windows 8 and keep my files and applications? Will the upgrade option for windows 8 allow me to upgrade my 32 bit windows vista ...
0
votes
2answers
370 views

Upgrading to windows 8 from a dead windows xp machine

I have a HP machine with a dead but genuine OEM Windows XP installation. I have purchased a new machine without an OS pre-installed. Can I get a Windows 8 Upgrade License by using the old machine's ...
0
votes
1answer
946 views

How to keep files and apps when upgrading Windows 8 RP to RTM?

I have upgraded my Windows 7 to Windows 8 Release Preview. Now Windows 8 RTM has been released, but I received bad news - I can't upgrade to Windows 8 RTM. So I think I will try this: From Windows 8 ...
6
votes
1answer
10k views

What happens to the Windows 7 key when upgrading to Windows 8?

Microsoft is offering "Microsoft Windows 8 Professional Upgrade" at a discounted price compared to the OEM version. However it states: If you currently have a personal computer running Windows 7, ...

1 2