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Ok Hi guys hope you cna assit.
Senario:
3 Pcs two wiht XP Pro ( i have full copies with Install Disks and Keys)
Year old PC with Vista Home or somethign liek that- Preinstalled by manufacturer- no recovery disk but recovery partition.
Im looking to get the Windows 7 Famly upgrade pack, looking to get it pretty sharpish from what i have seen online every where there are limited copies........nice move MS ,
I don;t care about clean installs ive done enough of them in my time, so im not worried about that side of things,
My issue is will i be able to do it to the vista machine,
From what i have read so far if u have XP you are entiled to buy a "upgrade" version of the Windows 7 same goes for Vista., the XP machines will probably require clean installs, but not othered about that, and should it crash in the future and another clean install required no biggy stil got the XP cd's and keys, but what about the Vista machine, i suppose i may be able to use an upgrade feature, rather than a clean install but tbh i would prefer to wipe any existance of Vista from the damn machine......
i might be able to back up the "ghost" partition to reinstall vista and upgrade in the future if thats my only option?
Your thougths opinions are welcome.
Senario:
3 Pcs two wiht XP Pro ( i have full copies with Install Disks and Keys)
Year old PC with Vista Home or somethign liek that- Preinstalled by manufacturer- no recovery disk but recovery partition.
Im looking to get the Windows 7 Famly upgrade pack, looking to get it pretty sharpish from what i have seen online every where there are limited copies........nice move MS ,
I don;t care about clean installs ive done enough of them in my time, so im not worried about that side of things,
My issue is will i be able to do it to the vista machine,
From what i have read so far if u have XP you are entiled to buy a "upgrade" version of the Windows 7 same goes for Vista., the XP machines will probably require clean installs, but not othered about that, and should it crash in the future and another clean install required no biggy stil got the XP cd's and keys, but what about the Vista machine, i suppose i may be able to use an upgrade feature, rather than a clean install but tbh i would prefer to wipe any existance of Vista from the damn machine......
i might be able to back up the "ghost" partition to reinstall vista and upgrade in the future if thats my only option?Your thougths opinions are welcome.
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It seems like you have a clear plan in mind for upgrading your PCs to Windows 7, considering the availability of upgrade packs and the existing operating systems on each machine. Here are some thoughts and recommendations to address your concerns:
### Upgrading XP Machines:
1. XP to Windows 7 Upgrade: Since you have full copies of XP with install disks and keys, upgrading these machines to Windows 7 using an upgrade pack should be straightforward. It's likely that a clean installation will be required, but as you mentioned, you are comfortable with that process.
### Upgrading Vista Machine:
1. Upgrade Compatibility: Upgrading from Vista to Windows 7 with an upgrade pack is also feasible. However, depending on the specific version of Vista (e.g., Home Basic, Home Premium), you might face some limitations in terms of the upgrade path.
2. Clean Install vs. Upgrade: While an upgrade is possible from Vista to Windows 7, it's generally advised to perform a clean installation for optimal performance and to avoid any compatibility issues that may arise from carrying over older system files.
3. Wiping Vista: If you're keen on completely removing any traces of Vista from the machine, a clean install would be the best option. This ensures a fresh start with Windows 7 without any potential conflicts or remnants from the previous operating system.
4. Backup Consideration: Before proceeding with the upgrade or clean installation, ensure you back up all necessary data to prevent any loss during the process. You mentioned the recovery partition; you might consider creating a system image of the current setup for future restoration if required.
### Future Considerations:
1. Reinstallation Options: Keeping the Vista recovery partition or creating a backup image can serve as a fallback in case you need to revert to the original setup or perform a future upgrade/reinstallation.
2. License Key: Ensure you have the necessary Windows 7 Family upgrade pack license keys for each machine to activate the installations successfully.
In summary, while an upgrade from Vista to Windows 7 is feasible, considering a clean installation for all machines, including the Vista one, would likely provide the best performance and user experience. Don't forget to back up your data before proceeding with any installation or upgrade to safeguard against any unforeseen issues.
### Upgrading XP Machines:
1. XP to Windows 7 Upgrade: Since you have full copies of XP with install disks and keys, upgrading these machines to Windows 7 using an upgrade pack should be straightforward. It's likely that a clean installation will be required, but as you mentioned, you are comfortable with that process.
### Upgrading Vista Machine:
1. Upgrade Compatibility: Upgrading from Vista to Windows 7 with an upgrade pack is also feasible. However, depending on the specific version of Vista (e.g., Home Basic, Home Premium), you might face some limitations in terms of the upgrade path.
2. Clean Install vs. Upgrade: While an upgrade is possible from Vista to Windows 7, it's generally advised to perform a clean installation for optimal performance and to avoid any compatibility issues that may arise from carrying over older system files.
3. Wiping Vista: If you're keen on completely removing any traces of Vista from the machine, a clean install would be the best option. This ensures a fresh start with Windows 7 without any potential conflicts or remnants from the previous operating system.
4. Backup Consideration: Before proceeding with the upgrade or clean installation, ensure you back up all necessary data to prevent any loss during the process. You mentioned the recovery partition; you might consider creating a system image of the current setup for future restoration if required.
### Future Considerations:
1. Reinstallation Options: Keeping the Vista recovery partition or creating a backup image can serve as a fallback in case you need to revert to the original setup or perform a future upgrade/reinstallation.
2. License Key: Ensure you have the necessary Windows 7 Family upgrade pack license keys for each machine to activate the installations successfully.
In summary, while an upgrade from Vista to Windows 7 is feasible, considering a clean installation for all machines, including the Vista one, would likely provide the best performance and user experience. Don't forget to back up your data before proceeding with any installation or upgrade to safeguard against any unforeseen issues.
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