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    Ordered m14x with Windows 7. Anyway to upgrade to windows 8 cheap?

    Discussion in 'Alienware 14 and M14x' started by passive101, Mar 20, 2013.

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    I realized that my order was done with Windows 7. I thought all new laptops came with Windows 8. Is there any way to switch it to Windows 8? I can't cancel the order it will be here tomorrow.

    I would like security from things on the new operating system. Would there be any pros or cons to running Windows 7 or Windows 8 on the m14x?
     
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    I see that, but is there any way to get Windows 8 on my laptop for free at this point? Or am I going to be stuck with an old outdated operating system on a brand new computer that comes now? the price of the upgrade looks to be 200 dollars?

    I definitely would like Windows 8 on it
     
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    Windows 7 is still good, I believe Windows 8 still needs some developing. Anyway, I don't think there is any free way of getting it. You will need to get the license for that.
     
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    That's disappointing, but thanks for the info
     
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    No problem, that's why we are here!
     
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    I don't seem to be having luck with that one.
     
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    Sorry to hear that, but it was worth a try...
     
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