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Can you install Windows 7 on a stock Ubuntu machine?

Discussion in 'Dell Latitude, Vostro, and Precision' started by LoneRonin, Mar 15, 2012.

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  1. LoneRonin

    LoneRonin Notebook Enthusiast

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    Looking to get a Vostro 1540 for my mom's business. For the same specs the one loaded with Ubuntu is 30 bucks less than the Windows 7 home premium.
    I have a copy of Win 7 Ultimate and will be clean installing that either way, so looking to save a bit of money there...Does anyone know if it will be hassle free or will there be any problems or bios issues or anything like that?
     
    LoneRonin, Mar 15, 2012
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    Commander Wolf can i haz broadwell?

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    If you have your own key and everything there shouldn't be a problem.
     
    Commander Wolf, Mar 15, 2012
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    I have a legit copy, but now I have another question, can I install it on multiple computers using the same key?
     
    LoneRonin, Mar 15, 2012
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    No, you can only legally use a windows key on one computer at a time.
     
    Thaenatos, Mar 15, 2012
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    Its a much more cost effective method to buy them with Windows on them, provided they come with the version you plan on running.
     
    millermagic, Mar 20, 2012
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    Small remark. This just means, that Windows 7 OEM is cheaper compared to Windows 7 Retail. (but in many cases you can buy OEM version of Windows for existing machine with some hardware, e.g. HDD/SDD)
     
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