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    Clean install / upgrade

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by Zagarinsky, Feb 18, 2010.

  1. Zagarinsky

    Zagarinsky Notebook Consultant

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    I currently have installed on my computer Windows 7 RC and Vista HP.
    I want to keep Vista and replace 7 RC with a clean install of 7 Pro/Ultimate.
    Is that possible through the upgrade version in any way?

    The way I would see this working is either:
    Run Vista, put in the upgrade disc, choose clean install, and install on another partition
    OR
    Upgrade from RC

    Are either of those two ways possible? I'm not too sure how the upgrade procedure works or what's possible...
     
    Zagarinsky, Feb 18, 2010
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  2. xTank Jones16x

    xTank Jones16x PC Elitist

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    You should be able to just run Windows 7 RC, and insert the Pro/Ultimate disk, and choose the option to upgrade.
     
    xTank Jones16x, Feb 18, 2010
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  3. Deks

    Deks Notebook Prophet

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    Uhm ... I don't think upgrading from RC is doable.
    At least official reports from MS indicate it's not.

    Besides, I'd sooner do a fresh install instead of messing with the upgrade.
     
    Deks, Feb 18, 2010
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  4. UserofFZ21Z

    UserofFZ21Z Notebook Consultant

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    - How to Upgrade the Windows 7 RC to RTM (Final Release)
     
    UserofFZ21Z, Feb 18, 2010
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