Setting up a fresh Windows 10 system post-free update

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03-17-2016, 11:26 AM

I shared a similar query yesterday about installing Windows 10 on a fresh hard drive with a Windows 7 retail disk. It looks like it might work by using a USB stick or similar setup. If you plan a full rebuild with a new motherboard, hard drive, and disc, can you still run Windows 7 on the new system and keep Windows 10 free? After the free upgrade expires, would you need a new retail version of Windows 10? My understanding is that retail licenses are tied to one PC at a time, so using the old license should be fine if you replace it. I’m still unsure about upgrading Windows 7 directly to Windows 10 for free on a new build after the free update ends.

Bowling_Beast

03-17-2016, 11:26 AM #1

FlavourBurst
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03-18-2016, 04:36 AM

You can set up your Windows 7 on the new system and then apply all updates before transitioning to Windows 10 at no cost. Another point: Simular is similar to Similar.

FlavourBurst

03-18-2016, 04:36 AM #2

You can set up your Windows 7 on the new system and then apply all updates before transitioning to Windows 10 at no cost. Another point: Simular is similar to Similar.

2fabulous4u_
Junior Member

03-18-2016, 09:28 PM

When you turn on one PC using a single key, it's probably not compatible with other systems. However, occasionally certain keys might trigger multiple activations.

2fabulous4u_

03-18-2016, 09:28 PM #3

When you turn on one PC using a single key, it's probably not compatible with other systems. However, occasionally certain keys might trigger multiple activations.

MrBukkit
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03-20-2016, 01:31 AM

The free Windows 10 update is no longer valid. If it expired, you’ll need to reinstall the update or check for newer versions.

MrBukkit

03-20-2016, 01:31 AM #4

The free Windows 10 update is no longer valid. If it expired, you’ll need to reinstall the update or check for newer versions.

Nybu
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03-20-2016, 03:30 AM

I believed retail options performed well on new builds, while OEM models seem linked to a single motherboard. Retail units can be reused multiple times as long as activation is managed per board.

Nybu

03-20-2016, 03:30 AM #5

I believed retail options performed well on new builds, while OEM models seem linked to a single motherboard. Retail units can be reused multiple times as long as activation is managed per board.

xSkylerr
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03-20-2016, 09:22 AM

The Windows 10 upgrade is available at no cost for a year, but once it expires, it will become expensive.

xSkylerr

03-20-2016, 09:22 AM #6

The Windows 10 upgrade is available at no cost for a year, but once it expires, it will become expensive.

Its_Skill_Aura
Junior Member

03-21-2016, 05:47 AM

You're asking if, after upgrading Windows 10 for free, you'd be limited to using Windows 7 with your existing Windows 7 retail license. Would buying a newer retail version of Windows 10 change that?

Its_Skill_Aura

03-21-2016, 05:47 AM #7

You're asking if, after upgrading Windows 10 for free, you'd be limited to using Windows 7 with your existing Windows 7 retail license. Would buying a newer retail version of Windows 10 change that?

Angel_MP
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03-21-2016, 08:58 PM

It relies on the number of times the license key is utilized. I possess Windows keys that allow repeated use.

Angel_MP

03-21-2016, 08:58 PM #8

It relies on the number of times the license key is utilized. I possess Windows keys that allow repeated use.

MaxiTaxi28
Junior Member

03-29-2016, 03:32 PM

If you aimed for Windows 10 after the free upgrade on a fresh installation, you'd likely have to purchase it.

MaxiTaxi28

03-29-2016, 03:32 PM #9

If you aimed for Windows 10 after the free upgrade on a fresh installation, you'd likely have to purchase it.

bill103
Junior Member

04-06-2016, 01:52 PM

#10

Yes, or you might request someone to provide it (and there are also some unlawful methods).

bill103

04-06-2016, 01:52 PM #10

Yes, or you might request someone to provide it (and there are also some unlawful methods).

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