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Problem with Windows 10? Need help troubleshooting or understanding issues?

Problem with Windows 10? Need help troubleshooting or understanding issues?

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minecart827
Junior Member

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07-05-2016, 08:33 AM

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Hello everyone, I recently assembled a custom gaming PC costing around $2000. My friend suggested installing Windows 10 beta on my SSD for the operating system during setup. The main issue is that I can't upgrade to the full version since I never had Windows 7, 8 or 8.1 installed before. I'm looking for advice on how to proceed. Since I don’t have an optical drive, I’m hoping there’s a method to download it directly to my SSD. Also, I’d prefer not to pirate the complete version, but I know that might be the only alternative without buying the physical copy. Thanks in advance and have a great day!

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minecart827

07-05-2016, 08:33 AM #1

Hello everyone, I recently assembled a custom gaming PC costing around $2000. My friend suggested installing Windows 10 beta on my SSD for the operating system during setup. The main issue is that I can't upgrade to the full version since I never had Windows 7, 8 or 8.1 installed before. I'm looking for advice on how to proceed. Since I don’t have an optical drive, I’m hoping there’s a method to download it directly to my SSD. Also, I’d prefer not to pirate the complete version, but I know that might be the only alternative without buying the physical copy. Thanks in advance and have a great day!

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XdavveXH
Junior Member

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07-05-2016, 08:39 AM

#2

You'd need to install Win 7 first, then upgrade to Windows 10.

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XdavveXH

07-05-2016, 08:39 AM #2

You'd need to install Win 7 first, then upgrade to Windows 10.

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tw1stx
Junior Member

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07-05-2016, 10:48 AM

#3

Windows 10 is available at no cost if you agree to test it, but installing beta updates might lead to issues.

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tw1stx

07-05-2016, 10:48 AM #3

Windows 10 is available at no cost if you agree to test it, but installing beta updates might lead to issues.

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Nunganok
Junior Member

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07-07-2016, 04:59 AM

#4

Sure thing! I thought that would be my final decision. Thanks!

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Nunganok

07-07-2016, 04:59 AM #4

Sure thing! I thought that would be my final decision. Thanks!

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DefaultTV
Member

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07-07-2016, 06:33 AM

#5

I understand what you're going through. I'm here to help and will provide the complete version if needed. Just let me know!

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DefaultTV

07-07-2016, 06:33 AM #5

I understand what you're going through. I'm here to help and will provide the complete version if needed. Just let me know!

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skyc2
Junior Member

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07-12-2016, 01:47 AM

#6

Download W7 and configure it so Windows perceives it as legitimate. Once done, you can upgrade to W10 and usually obtain a valid license (though this depends on the activation quality).

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skyc2

07-12-2016, 01:47 AM #6

Download W7 and configure it so Windows perceives it as legitimate. Once done, you can upgrade to W10 and usually obtain a valid license (though this depends on the activation quality).

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Maria7300
Member

221

07-12-2016, 05:12 AM

#7

Sure, I've come across some discussions about this too. To be honest, I'm not very knowledgeable on the topic, so I might just opt for an older version of Windows and upgrade later.

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Maria7300

07-12-2016, 05:12 AM #7

Sure, I've come across some discussions about this too. To be honest, I'm not very knowledgeable on the topic, so I might just opt for an older version of Windows and upgrade later.

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Anton_Nord
Member

119

07-20-2016, 12:57 PM

#8

Microsoft is implementing strong anti-piracy features in Windows 10. Monitoring and tracking are already in place, but they’ve shifted activation data to the server side. I’m not sure if a reliable crack exists for Windows 10. I won’t go into details unless you’re certain about it, as most cracks seem to include malicious software. Your choices are:
- Continue using the beta version to test updates before release.
- Upgrade to an older version (7, 8 or 8.1) and then switch to Windows 10. The old activation key still applies. No key exists for upgrading to Windows 10 directly.
- Purchase the media and license for Windows 10. This is the simplest but most costly path. Once installed, you can’t revert to an older OS later.
MS offers a free tool to create USB installation media, which works for both upgrades or clean installs. Find it at http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/software-.../windows10

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Anton_Nord

07-20-2016, 12:57 PM #8

Microsoft is implementing strong anti-piracy features in Windows 10. Monitoring and tracking are already in place, but they’ve shifted activation data to the server side. I’m not sure if a reliable crack exists for Windows 10. I won’t go into details unless you’re certain about it, as most cracks seem to include malicious software. Your choices are:
- Continue using the beta version to test updates before release.
- Upgrade to an older version (7, 8 or 8.1) and then switch to Windows 10. The old activation key still applies. No key exists for upgrading to Windows 10 directly.
- Purchase the media and license for Windows 10. This is the simplest but most costly path. Once installed, you can’t revert to an older OS later.
MS offers a free tool to create USB installation media, which works for both upgrades or clean installs. Find it at http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/software-.../windows10