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    Q: Using an X301 Windows 7 Upgrade DVD on a new X220

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by Rambler, Aug 28, 2011.

  1. Rambler

    Rambler Notebook Consultant

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    Hi,

    I've got a question in regard to using a Lenovo Windows 7 upgrade DVD I receieved for my X301 on a new X220 Im planning to order.

    A few years back when I ordered my X301 Lenovo were offering free upgrades to Windows 7 and I was mailed a Window 7 installation DVD which I used to upgrade my X301 from Vista to Windows 7.

    Fast forward a few years and my X301 was damaged and the repair costs equated close to the cost of a new laptop so I decided to buy an X220.

    As the X301 has been decommissioned and Im not using the HDD, would it be possible to use the upgrade DVD on my new X220 ?

    Thanks
     
    Rambler, Aug 28, 2011
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  2. V_Chip

    V_Chip Be about it.

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    As far as I know a Windows 7 upgrade DVD is not tied to any specific computer.

    You may use the upgrade disc, but you will need a valid product key.

    You will be able to upgrade and run Windows 7, but it must be activated with a valid key in the next 30 days. (You may renew this two times for a total of 120 days of Windows 7 without a valid key).
     
    V_Chip, Aug 28, 2011
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  3. Rambler

    Rambler Notebook Consultant

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    Hi and thanks for the response.

    The Lenovo Windows 7 upgrade DVD didnt actually come with a product key.

    From memory I didnt even backup my activation prior to moving from Vista to Windows 7.
     
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  4. V_Chip

    V_Chip Be about it.

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    Still researching to make sure I don't misinform you.

    I've done quite a few clean installs of Windows 7, Vista, and XP and had to enter the product key again each time.

    An upgrade may be a different experience.. :confused:
     
    V_Chip, Aug 28, 2011
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  5. Rambler

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    Same here. Ive had to use ABR when doing clean installs of the same OS, but this upgrade DVD seems to be a different beast.
     
    Rambler, Aug 28, 2011
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    V_Chip, Aug 28, 2011
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