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The thread discusses whether it’s possible to install Windows 8 as a trial now and activate it later with an upgrade serial number after purchasing the $14.99 upgrade offer. The original poster, Jeremey, expresses concern about reinstalling Windows twice within a short period. A respondent clarifies that the upgrade offer is intended for users who purchase a new PC with Windows 7 pre-installed, suggesting that the approach Jeremey considers may not be applicable or straightforward. The overall sentiment indicates some confusion about the upgrade process and eligibility.
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Hi, i am running WIn 7 and i signed up for the 14.99 upgrade offer and i have to reinstall windows in the next couple days and im wondering would i be able to install Win 8 now and run as a trail until Oct 26 when i can buy it and then enter the serial number i get from the upgrade offer(if one comes with it) to register my Windows 8 then? I dont want to reinstall my windows twice in two months.

Thanks so much,
Jeremey
 

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Jeremey said:
Hi, i am running WIn 7 and i signed up for the 14.99 upgrade offer and i have to reinstall windows in the next couple days and im wondering would i be able to install Win 8 now and run as a trail until Oct 26 when i can buy it and then enter the serial number i get from the upgrade offer(if one comes with it) to register my Windows 8 then? I dont want to reinstall my windows twice in two months.

Thanks so much,
Jeremey
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You do realise the £14.99 upgrade offer is for when you buy a PC with Windows 7 installed. Microsoft will then upgrade you to Windows 8 for the above price.. See this page:

Windows Upgrade Offer - Landing Page
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Jeremey said:
Hi, i am running WIn 7 and i signed up for the 14.99 upgrade offer and i have to reinstall windows in the next couple days and im wondering would i be able to install Win 8 now and run as a trail until Oct 26 when i can buy it and then enter the serial number i get from the upgrade offer(if one comes with it) to register my Windows 8 then? I dont want to reinstall my windows twice in two months.

Thanks so much,
Jeremey
Click to expand...

You do realise the £14.99 upgrade offer is for when you buy a PC with Windows 7 installed. Microsoft will then upgrade you to Windows 8 for the above price.. See this page:

Windows Upgrade Offer - Landing Page
 

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