I'm running XP on my main rig and have been using Win7 on my second PC and really like it so when they announced the early bird pricing for the Win7 home upgrade at $49, I decided I wanted it but what I need to know is if it will allow me to do a clean install as long as I have my XP disc. Can't seem to find the answer on the web and I want a definite confirmation of this ability as I don't want to spend $200 for the full version. Thanks.
From what I've read:
The upgrade disc requires it to be run from a existing "activated /validated" XP install... meaning you have to install XP, then activate that copy of XP with MS for the installer to grant permission to do the install.
If anyone knows of a workaround for this- I'd like to hear about it... As I like the OP would prefer to point the installer to the XP install disc.....
EDIT: Found this post on the net:
Windows 7 Clean Install From Upgrade Media Confirmed
This means you can do a fresh install with an Upgrade disc.
The Upgrade disc allows you to install the OS, and if you don't
enter your CD key, it should ask you what version you want to
try. Chose the version you paid for, and the installer will finish.
Then, while in the OS, navigate to the disc and click the Setup.exe.
Run the installer again and this time enter your serial. Voila
The same is true for Vista Upgrade media.
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