I have a valid Window 7 Pro OEM license sticker with the product key but lose the CD. Now that I need to format the computer but I don't have the CD. I just want to find out how to obtain a CD since I got a valid Window 7 Pro OEM license sticker which is not tied up with any brand by the way. It is more for custome build type of computer. Appreciate to those who help.
khakilang
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Jump to PostContact Microsoft to see if you can get a replacement. It will cost you, but probably less than a new CD/DVD and license.
Jump to PostDigitalriver.com is where you go - it's the official download site. This site gives the links to available versions. :o
Pretty much with W7, you choose SP1, media refresh, and 32 or 64 bit. Then, before you burn your disk (or load your UFD) you simply delete a file (sources\ei.cfg) …
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rubberman
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Contact Microsoft to see if you can get a replacement. It will cost you, but probably less than a new CD/DVD and license.
gerbil
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Digitalriver.com is where you go - it's the official download site. This site gives the links to available versions. :o
Pretty much with W7, you choose SP1, media refresh, and 32 or 64 bit. Then, before you burn your disk (or load your UFD) you simply delete a file (sources\ei.cfg) and so will be presented with the choice when installing of Home, Pro or Ultimate (match your licence!). Downloads are free.
http://forums.mydigitallife.info/threads/14709-Windows-7-Digital-River-direct-links-Multiple-Languages-X86-amp-X64/page59?p=470600&viewfull=1#post470600
Why delete that file before loading? Simply, it gives you access to all W7 flavours. May save a future burning/download. You do need a software such as Isoburner to open the iso, then to recreate it. Or WinRAR plus Imgburn. Whatever.
khakilang
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Ist it safe? What about the product key? I got the product key sticker, how do I key in the productkey during the installation. Or is it, I install first than change the product key later? I don't mind downloading and try as long as it is safe.
Thanks for your reply.
Xlphos
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Hello,
You can enter the product key after installing i believe if not during the install, just pick the correct version of windows.
khakilang
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Thanks. I will give it a try.
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