Does anybody know if you can get the OEM version of Vista Home Basic and then use the Windows 7 upgrade? Please reply- the offer ends tomorrow. As always, I thank all repliers in advance for sharing their knowledge🙂.
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Don't buy the OEM version. It is intended for large companies, like Dell or HP, to put on their computers and then sell the computer.
You should avoid the OEM version of anything, unless you're buying components or software from the company that made you computer.
You should avoid the OEM version of anything, unless you're buying components or software from the company that made you computer.
Shake 'n' Bake
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Sometimes that is the case, sometimes it doesn't come with all the features of the retail version. It is just better to steer clear of OEM stuff alltogether. You never really know what will happen with OEM stuff.
OK, thanks, I see🙂. So if I get the retail Home Basic, I can still upgrade to Windows 7 Home Premium, right? I couldn't find anything on Microsoft's site about it.
OK, I read this thread. It seems like I can install Home Basic and then a higher version of seven. Thanks guys🙂.
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Shake 'n' Bake
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Just a warning:
If you buy Vista basic and want the $50 upgrade to W7, you'll have to get Vista Premium or higher to be eligible.
If you buy Vista basic and want the $50 upgrade to W7, you'll have to get Vista Premium or higher to be eligible.