Information on Windows 7....anyone?

Chammy · 2009-06-16, 16:36

Hello all,

I just completed building a new computer:

Gigabyte EP43-UD3L motherboard
Intel Core 2 Quad 8200 8x
WD SATA 160GB HD
EVGA Geforce GTX285 1GB blah blah blah

Ok, I just installed, well , almost, Windows XP Pro now it is stuck on the serial number thing in order to complete installation BUT, I have no serial number because I have no idea where I put it at, since I bought it on Ebay from a someone who copied it, but I did not know until I received the CD, lesson learned. The guy had been good at updating and sending new info and software updates but now he has been absent from the net for a couple months, even his website so maybe he got the can.

Masaq suggested I use Windows 7 RC. Now before I do this another question: Will I be able to turn off my new computer even though its still waiting for me to input the serial number?

And, does anyone run Windows 7 on their computer currently at this time? And how well does it operate other programs, like internet usage and games is my main concern right now before I decide to do this?

I have been looking for a serial number via pirate but I know that is a bit risky.

thanks all in advance

Wraith · 2009-06-16, 19:30

I have two computers running windows 7... go to the MS website and get a key (free) that lasts for a year. It's nice and stable so far, I have had NO problems. I've hot swapped graphics cards and after a reboot they work great. I have not found a program/game/hardware device that doesn't have a driver (you may have to use the vista driver but it still works).

If you are using a 32 bit OS and have 4gb ram it will still utilize all 4gb by dedicating one gig to the OS then leaving the other 3 gigs strictly as "program" RAM that is used by running apps.

Chammy · 2009-06-16, 21:00

Right on,

So what I will need to do is burn Windows 7 onto a disc and boot my new computer from there? Can I turn my computer off even though I have not entered the serial number ? Would you know of a place ican get a serial number for Win XP for the time being?

Oh, Admin, can you please transfer this thread to software? I put this in the wrong topic area.

Robbi · 2009-06-16, 21:19

Moved mate and PM sent

Chammy · 2009-06-16, 22:42

Heh heh, thanks Robbi

2009-06-16, 16:36	#1
Chammy Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 229 United States of America Location: Southwestarn Desert	Information on Windows 7....anyone? Hello all, I just completed building a new computer: Gigabyte EP43-UD3L motherboard Intel Core 2 Quad 8200 8x WD SATA 160GB HD EVGA Geforce GTX285 1GB blah blah blah Ok, I just installed, well , almost, Windows XP Pro now it is stuck on the serial number thing in order to complete installation BUT, I have no serial number because I have no idea where I put it at, since I bought it on Ebay from a someone who copied it, but I did not know until I received the CD, lesson learned. The guy had been good at updating and sending new info and software updates but now he has been absent from the net for a couple months, even his website so maybe he got the can. Masaq suggested I use Windows 7 RC. Now before I do this another question: Will I be able to turn off my new computer even though its still waiting for me to input the serial number? And, does anyone run Windows 7 on their computer currently at this time? And how well does it operate other programs, like internet usage and games is my main concern right now before I decide to do this? I have been looking for a serial number via pirate but I know that is a bit risky. thanks all in advance

2009-06-16, 19:30	#2
Wraith Retired PR Developer Join Date: Feb 2006 Posts: 1,929 Location: Eugene, OR	Re: Information on Windows 7....anyone? I have two computers running windows 7... go to the MS website and get a key (free) that lasts for a year. It's nice and stable so far, I have had NO problems. I've hot swapped graphics cards and after a reboot they work great. I have not found a program/game/hardware device that doesn't have a driver (you may have to use the vista driver but it still works). If you are using a 32 bit OS and have 4gb ram it will still utilize all 4gb by dedicating one gig to the OS then leaving the other 3 gigs strictly as "program" RAM that is used by running apps.

2009-06-16, 21:00	#3
Chammy Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 229 United States of America Location: Southwestarn Desert	Re: Information on Windows 7....anyone? Right on, So what I will need to do is burn Windows 7 onto a disc and boot my new computer from there? Can I turn my computer off even though I have not entered the serial number ? Would you know of a place ican get a serial number for Win XP for the time being? Oh, Admin, can you please transfer this thread to software? I put this in the wrong topic area.

2009-06-16, 21:19	#4
Robbi Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 3,540 Vietnam Location: .l..	Re: Information on Windows 7....anyone? Moved mate and PM sent

2009-06-16, 22:42	#5
Chammy Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 229 United States of America Location: Southwestarn Desert	Re: Information on Windows 7....anyone? Heh heh, thanks Robbi