Windows 7 question

[SMOKEU]

If someone were to install Windows 7 using a 'dodgy' key, could that person 'purchase' a legitimate key for it an change the key at a later date without re-installing the OS?

[Ronin]

Yup you can change product key. They even make it easy for you.

[marie_speeds]

Pretty sure you have to uninstall "dodgy" version first and then reinstall with legitimate key...

[p.dath]

If someone were to install Windows 7 using a 'dodgy' key, could that person 'purchase' a legitimate key for it an change the key at a later date without re-installing the OS?

Absolutely yes. Microsoft have a special program for this.

[mashman]

Pretty sure you have to uninstall "dodgy" version first and then reinstall with legitimate key...

Nope. There's at least 2 other ways... this one is guaranteed, but it'll cost you $250 and that's to get the "Upgrade Kit" online from MS, works a treat and my key was so totally valid you get the key there and then, then receive the disk (32 and 64 bit) in about a weeks time...

The other, I did this on the work laptop the other day (Genuine copy), call the automated service, punch in some code (can't remember what it's called) and follow the instructions, but be ready with a pen and paper... takes a wee while, but does the trick and is toll free (not sure how the auto lady will respond if your key has been activated a few hundred times though )

[avgas]

Yep.
You go to register the dodgy key - they tell you its dodgy, and say "Would you like to buy a new one"
you click yes.

[avgas]

The other, I did this on the work laptop the other day (Genuine copy), call the automated service, punch in some code (can't remember what it's called) and follow the instructions, but be ready with a pen and paper... takes a wee while, but does the trick and is toll free (not sure how the auto lady will respond if your key has been activated a few hundred times though )

I have an XP and Vista codes. From recall I have had the vista machine since day one and that has been "phone reg'd" at least 12 times. So I don't think they care.
When they first setup that phone service I used it for xp (2002)......gave me reg code and everything. Strange thing was my XP nor the code was legit??????

[SMOKEU]

Yep.
You go to register the dodgy key - they tell you its dodgy, and say "Would you like to buy a new one"
you click yes.

I have a way of getting a legitimate key for free, but it might take a while. It doesn't involve stealing a copy of Windows from a shop either, or someones house.

[mashman]

I have an XP and Vista codes. From recall I have had the vista machine since day one and that has been "phone reg'd" at least 12 times. So I don't think they care.
When they first setup that phone service I used it for xp (2002)......gave me reg code and everything. Strange thing was my XP nor the code was legit??????

bugga...

[avgas]

I have a way of getting a legitimate key for free, but it might take a while. It doesn't involve stealing a copy of Windows from a shop either, or someones house.

If your getting the new key in less than 30 days what I do is do the install, then later on punch in the key.

they will let you install windows without a key and run it for 30 days.

[Ronin]

Sigh... On Windows 7.... Right click my computer... Proerties... Down the bottom of the window (after about 30 seconds) there is a change key button.

[sinfull]

If your getting the new key in less than 30 days what I do is do the install, then later on punch in the key.

they will let you install windows without a key and run it for 30 days.

Not much good if you want media player 11 and nope nothing else will do !

Just formatted a trade me pc cause it had a pirate version and loaded my xp home etc to get my player back where it was, only to realise i'd just lost ms word grrr now i have open office and a pdf converter (so others can read shit i write) lol

[sinfull]

Something you geeks might be able to help with is, since doing all my updates (home was old one), i now have waves in IE as i scroll down a page with the wheel or pulling down the side bar !~ I mean like waves and ya cant read as they move ! what have i done lol

[Latte]

I would look at Vid Drivers. Make sure you have the vendors latest stable version to be sure.

[Ronin]

Yup. Video drivers Sinny.