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An upgrade copy of Windows is a discounted license intended for users upgrading from a previous qualifying version. On WindowsForum.com, members discuss the challenges of performing a clean install using an upgrade copy, particularly with Windows 7. Common issues include the product key not being accepted during a clean installation and the need to install the previous OS first or use workarounds like a dual install. Users share experiences with upgrade paths from Windows XP to Windows 7, including leftover files in a Windows.old folder. The tag covers troubleshooting activation, reinstalling, and ensuring a successful clean installation with an upgrade license.
  1. cor-master

    Windows 7 Doing a clean install from an upgrade copy

    I need to re-install my windows installation. Long story but I'm pretty sure the initial installion installed with many errors, resulting in memory problems and windows update problems. Problem is my copy of 7 is an upgrade copy. I did a "hard" upgrade from XP 64-bit to Windows 7. Basically...
    • cor-master
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    • clean install installation issues memory issues product key reinstall tech support upgrade copy windows 7 windows update windows xp
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    • Forum: Windows Upgrade and Installation
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