possible to buy the upgrade version and install it on other computer?

Yeah look, I installed it on a computer this morning with no previous Windows version on it and it worked. When I say no previous version I mean I had the release preview on it. I started to install over the top of it but then took the option to format the HDD and it worked, I just put the key in that came with the download.
As far as I can tell everything works and its updating so go figure. I did install it with a Live Account though so maybe that had something to do with it, don't know.
 

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  • OS
    Windows 8 Pro/Windows 8 Pro/Windows 7 64 Bit64Bit/Windows XP
Yeah look, I installed it on a computer this morning with no previous Windows version on it and it worked. When I say no previous version I mean I had the release preview on it. I started to install over the top of it but then took the option to format the HDD and it worked, I just put the key in that came with the download.
As far as I can tell everything works and its updating so go figure. I did install it with a Live Account though so maybe that had something to do with it, don't know.


Ok great! Is it possible to also save it as an iso for later install?
 

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  • OS
    windows 7/8
Yes you can, when you download it, it asks you if you want to install now, later or do nothing, just tick do nothing. Just follow the prompts after that and it gives you the option to create an ISO out of the downloaded files and burn it to a DVD. Its a bit confusing, I warned Microsoft this morning, I told them to put something on their website, not sure if they did or not.
 

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  • OS
    Windows 8 Pro/Windows 8 Pro/Windows 7 64 Bit64Bit/Windows XP
Is the new upgrade version the same as the retail version of windows 7? I only see windows 8 upgrade and OEM availible in stores
 

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  • OS
    windows 7/8
Yes you can, when you download it, it asks you if you want to install now, later or do nothing, just tick do nothing. Just follow the prompts after that and it gives you the option to create an ISO out of the downloaded files and burn it to a DVD. Its a bit confusing, I warned Microsoft this morning, I told them to put something on their website, not sure if they did or not.


Did you get a new key for windows 8 or did you have to use a key from your previous windows version?
 

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    windows 7/8
Yes you can, when you download it, it asks you if you want to install now, later or do nothing, just tick do nothing. Just follow the prompts after that and it gives you the option to create an ISO out of the downloaded files and burn it to a DVD. Its a bit confusing, I warned Microsoft this morning, I told them to put something on their website, not sure if they did or not.


Did you get a new key for windows 8 or did you have to use a key from your previous windows version?

You get a new key and use that, hope it all works for you, like I said it did for me.
 

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  • OS
    Windows 8 Pro/Windows 8 Pro/Windows 7 64 Bit64Bit/Windows XP
I'm with Bill on this. I actually just installed on a new computer I built that had Windows 7 installed but no key (30 day grace period) and it installed without a hitch. I reformatted my HD as well. I just hope I don't start getting black screened and have to go back and install a previous valid version of windows, then reinstall windows 8. I just don't get it, technically my install isn't valid according to MS. It says right on the upgrade page, "To install Windows 8 Pro, customers must be running Windows XP SP3, Windows Vista, or Windows 7." I was expecting it to ask me for a valid Key from a previous version of windows, but it never did... When I go into system in Win 8 it says my version of windows is authentic.
 

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  • OS
    win 8
So you dont to 'waste' your old key to do the upgrade? Do I need to format Win 7 and reinstall Vista before upgrading if I want to be able to keep my windows 7 key?
 

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You say you had nothing installed on the hard drive, but then say that you had the release preview and just chose a clean install. Not surprising that worked as it is well documented.

Has you bought a new blank hard drive and just tried to use it with nothing on it at all, is a very different thing. From what I have read, this is possible too.
 

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    Windows 7
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    Self-Built in July 2009
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    Intel Q9550 2.83Ghz OC'd to 3.40Ghz
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    Gigabyte GA-EP45-UD3R rev. 1.1, F12 BIOS
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    8GB G.Skill PI DDR2-800, 4-4-4-12 timings
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    ABS M1 Mechanical
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    Logitech G9 Laser Mouse
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    15/2 cable modem
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    Windows and Linux enthusiast. Logitech G35 Headset.
I downloaded it this morning from Windows.com. Chose to save it to media (.iso) burned the .iso to DVD and at the end I got an error message "to contact my administrator" this is a 64 bit version and is not compatible with your computer, get the 32 bit version???? Words to that effect. This sure is a PITA, Thought???? that both would be there, 32 or 64 chosen during the install?
 

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    Win 8.1 Px64
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    PC/Desktop
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    Self Built
    CPU
    AMD Phenom II X4 955 3.2 Ghz
    Motherboard
    Gigabyte GA-MA790x-DUP
    Memory
    8GB
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    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 550 Ti
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    On Board
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    ASUS VW2464 & Syncmaster 2243SW
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    1920x1080 X2
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    Samsung SSD 830, Maxtor 150GB
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    Corsair TX750W-v2
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    Antec
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    2 Side mounted 120MM
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    Logitec MK EX110 Wireless
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    Logitec EX110 Wireless
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    17/1.5 MB
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    IE, FF, and Pale Moon
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    Cisco E4200, 8 Port Trendnet switch, Webcam Pro 9000
It's going to default to whichever architecture was on the computer you were upgrading from. Since you cannot change architecture with an upgrade,.they don't even seem to ask. Seems a bit odd to me...as I could see some ready for 64 bit now.
 

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  • OS
    Windows 7
    System Manufacturer/Model
    Self-Built in July 2009
    CPU
    Intel Q9550 2.83Ghz OC'd to 3.40Ghz
    Motherboard
    Gigabyte GA-EP45-UD3R rev. 1.1, F12 BIOS
    Memory
    8GB G.Skill PI DDR2-800, 4-4-4-12 timings
    Graphics Card(s)
    EVGA 1280MB Nvidia GeForce GTX570
    Sound Card
    Realtek ALC899A 8 channel onboard audio
    Monitor(s) Displays
    23" Acer x233H
    Screen Resolution
    1920x1080
    Hard Drives
    Intel X25-M 80GB Gen 2 SSD
    Western Digital 1TB Caviar Black, 32MB cache. WD1001FALS
    PSU
    Corsair 620HX modular
    Case
    Antec P182
    Cooling
    stock
    Keyboard
    ABS M1 Mechanical
    Mouse
    Logitech G9 Laser Mouse
    Internet Speed
    15/2 cable modem
    Other Info
    Windows and Linux enthusiast. Logitech G35 Headset.
It's going to default to whichever architecture was on the computer you were upgrading from. Since you cannot change architecture with an upgrade,.they don't even seem to ask. Seems a bit odd to me...as I could see some ready for 64 bit now.

It is WinXP Media if that has anything to do with it. Installed as a 32bit OS, thats what puzzles me. Trying a D/L at this minute, if it does not work again, guess will have to install it on my WIn 7 64 machine. I know there is an option to have a DVD sent to you via snail mail, would think that would have both 32 & 64??
 

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    Win 8.1 Px64
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    PC/Desktop
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    Self Built
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    AMD Phenom II X4 955 3.2 Ghz
    Motherboard
    Gigabyte GA-MA790x-DUP
    Memory
    8GB
    Graphics Card(s)
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 550 Ti
    Sound Card
    On Board
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    ASUS VW2464 & Syncmaster 2243SW
    Screen Resolution
    1920x1080 X2
    Hard Drives
    Samsung SSD 830, Maxtor 150GB
    PSU
    Corsair TX750W-v2
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    Antec
    Cooling
    2 Side mounted 120MM
    Keyboard
    Logitec MK EX110 Wireless
    Mouse
    Logitec EX110 Wireless
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    17/1.5 MB
    Browser
    IE, FF, and Pale Moon
    Antivirus
    MSE and Avast
    Other Info
    Cisco E4200, 8 Port Trendnet switch, Webcam Pro 9000
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  • OS
    Windows 8 Professional
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    Did it myself!
    CPU
    Intel i7 2600K
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    ASUS Sabertooth P67
    Memory
    G.Skill 16Gb 1600MHz
    Graphics Card(s)
    2x GTX570's SLi
    Sound Card
    Creative X-Fi USB
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Dell U2410
    Screen Resolution
    1920x1200
I'm with Bill on this. I actually just installed on a new computer I built that had Windows 7 installed but no key (30 day grace period) and it installed without a hitch. I reformatted my HD as well. I just hope I don't start getting black screened and have to go back and install a previous valid version of windows, then reinstall windows 8. I just don't get it, technically my install isn't valid according to MS. It says right on the upgrade page, "To install Windows 8 Pro, customers must be running Windows XP SP3, Windows Vista, or Windows 7." I was expecting it to ask me for a valid Key from a previous version of windows, but it never did... When I go into system in Win 8 it says my version of windows is authentic.

Glad to report that it works! Just like dproberts55 above me, I used a Win7 retail disc and did a clean reformat. I did not enter a serial number and left the OS on 30-day trial mode.
I went to the Windows 8 upgrade page and downloaded the Windows 8 Upgrade Assistant and made the purchase from there.
My guess is that the Upgrade Assistant never checked for a product key!!
This is great news especially since I've never owned a Windows OS (had a volume-licensed WinXP then a pirated Win7 in my teens). Feels good to finally have a legit OS for my homebrew.
I was able to burn my DVD ISO and do a clean reformat using that Win8 disc.
Thanks to dproberts55 for posting his results and making it known this is even possible.
To Microsoft, thanks for letting the few of us that have been too broke to afford your excellent OS finally get on the bandwagon. Now that I have Win8 Pro, I won't mind shelling out another $40 for Win9 in a few years. Microsoft now has a new loyal customer..

I almost forgot to mention, after I entered my payment information (credit card number, billing address) and clicked the "make purchase" button (or whatever it says), the Upgrade Assistant said that the purchase could not be completed. So I clicked "back" (you're never supposed to do this) and rechecked my payment information (card number, etc.). I clicked "make purchase" again and again it failed. I then used a completely different card and the purchase went through. I later checked my checking account via online banking and I had BEEN CHARGED THE FIRST TWO TIMES!! YES, THE FIRST TWO THAT HAD SUPPOSEDLY FAILED!
I don't know if anyone else has experienced this or will experience it but those 3 charges, each for $39.99 work out to being just under the price for Windows 8 "System Builder" DVD on Newegg for $140!
I called Microsoft and they politely informed me that I'll be given a refund (seriously, bless them, they're too good to us) but I wondered if this was Microsoft's way of getting close to fair market value for their new OS..
I'm just happy I got Win8 Pro.
 

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  • OS
    Windows 8 Professional
    System Manufacturer/Model
    Did it myself!
    CPU
    Intel i7 2600K
    Motherboard
    ASUS Sabertooth P67
    Memory
    G.Skill 16Gb 1600MHz
    Graphics Card(s)
    2x GTX570's SLi
    Sound Card
    Creative X-Fi USB
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Dell U2410
    Screen Resolution
    1920x1200
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