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A user with an HP laptop running Windows Home Premium purchased an OEM full install disc, mistakenly believing it was an upgrade. They asked if they could upgrade without losing data and how to obtain a key, to which another user confirmed they could use the OEM key for an in-place upgrade using Windows Anytime Upgrade. The user successfully completed the upgrade, expressing gratitude, and the contributor responded positively, indicating the process went smoothly.
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I have a HP laptop Running Home Premium. I purchased what I thought was and upgrade disc, turns out it is a OEM full install. Being the GENIUS that I am I opened package with out verifying and cannot return
My question is can I install this with out losing my current set up such as Programs and Documents.
 

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Where do I obtain the key? Can I use the one on the OEM install disc?
 

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you wrote : I purchased what I thought was and upgrade disc, turns out it is a OEM full install.

The key that comes with that Win 7 Pro.
 

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So I can used the OEM install disc key for the anytime upgrade, is that correct?
 

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Thanks for your help David. Will give it a shot
 

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You are welcome.
Let me know the result.
 

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Worked flawlessly, thanks again
 

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Wonderful !

You are welcome.
 

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