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Today, I restarted my computer because it was acting funny. And I know this would probably be more toward Windows 7, but I am able to use Windows 8 Pro that I have dual booted with. Before I could boot off my Windows 8 Disc, I got a error saying that BOOTMGR is missing. So I installed on a separate partition windows 8. So now I have Windows 8 on my W: Drive. Now I don't get the Boot Options from Windows 8 or 7. What should I do!? And by the way, I can still access all my files and stuff like that, but I don't have programs such as Word or anything that I need for school. Anybody up to taking this challenge?

[UPDATE: I noticed that there is no Boot file listed in the (in this case D: ) C: Drive. Again anyone up for the challenge? ]:dinesh:
 
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Also on a unrelated topic, Windows 8 is on a logical drive :think: But I don't worry about that right now
 
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Can anyone help me out?
 

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Are you use a Windows 8 upgrade?
 

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Like Windows 7, Windows 8 uses a boot manager (bootmgr.dll) which consults with the BCD (in Boot folder) to locate the boot loader (winload.exe). Bootmgr.dll is a hidden system file and it is in your case located in the root directory of D:\, which is marked active. You will have to select "Show hidden files" in folder options. Remember to revert back if desired.

Open File Explorer (WinKey/E) and tap on your D: drive. You should see bootmgr there.

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Ok HypsieGypsie, Now I am in D:\ but where would I go to locate Bootmgr.dll? I do see however a "bootsqm.dat".
 

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To dual boot with Windows 8 upgrade, you will need two Windows 7 licences.

You can do a clean install, but you need to delete the Windows 7 install.


http://www.eightforums.com/general-discussion/10837-windows-8-eula.html

Microsoft said:
What about upgrading the software? The software covered by this agreement is an upgrade to your existing operating system software, so the upgrade replaces the original software that you are upgrading. You do not retain any rights to the original software after you have upgraded and you may not continue to use it or transfer it in any way. This agreement governs your rights to use the upgrade software and replaces the agreement for the software from which you upgraded. After you complete your upgrade, additional software will be required to playback or record certain types of media, including DVDs.
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theog said:
To dual boot with Windows 8 upgrade, you will need two Windows 7 licences.

You can do a clean install, but you need to delete the Windows 7 install.


http://www.eightforums.com/general-discussion/10837-windows-8-eula.html

Microsoft said:
What about upgrading the software? The software covered by this agreement is an upgrade to your existing operating system software, so the upgrade replaces the original software that you are upgrading. You do not retain any rights to the original software after you have upgraded and you may not continue to use it or transfer it in any way. This agreement governs your rights to use the upgrade software and replaces the agreement for the software from which you upgraded. After you complete your upgrade, additional software will be required to playback or record certain types of media, including DVDs.
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You don't have to.
http://www.eightforums.com/tutorials/13375-clean-install-windows-8-upgrade.html
Or you can directly boot to setup, create a partition, then install.
Setup will detect a previous OS, but will not overwrite and will not cause activation issues.
 

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MrShowdown said:
theog said:
To dual boot with Windows 8 upgrade, you will need two Windows 7 licences.

You can do a clean install, but you need to delete the Windows 7 install.


http://www.eightforums.com/general-discussion/10837-windows-8-eula.html

Microsoft said:
What about upgrading the software? The software covered by this agreement is an upgrade to your existing operating system software, so the upgrade replaces the original software that you are upgrading. You do not retain any rights to the original software after you have upgraded and you may not continue to use it or transfer it in any way. This agreement governs your rights to use the upgrade software and replaces the agreement for the software from which you upgraded. After you complete your upgrade, additional software will be required to playback or record certain types of media, including DVDs.
Click to expand...
Click to expand...

You don't have to.
http://www.eightforums.com/tutorials/13375-clean-install-windows-8-upgrade.html
Or you can directly boot to setup, create a partition, then install.
Setup will detect a previous OS, but will not overwrite and will not cause activation issues.
Click to expand...

To dual boot with Windows 8 upgrade, you will need two Windows 7 licences.

Installing with only one Windows 7 licence, would be an ILLEGAL install.
 

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theog said:
To dual boot with Windows 8 upgrade, you will need two Windows 7 licences.

You can do a clean install, but you need to delete the Windows 7 install.


http://www.eightforums.com/general-discussion/10837-windows-8-eula.html

Microsoft said:
What about upgrading the software? The software covered by this agreement is an upgrade to your existing operating system software, so the upgrade replaces the original software that you are upgrading. You do not retain any rights to the original software after you have upgraded and you may not continue to use it or transfer it in any way. This agreement governs your rights to use the upgrade software and replaces the agreement for the software from which you upgraded. After you complete your upgrade, additional software will be required to playback or record certain types of media, including DVDs.
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Theog is correct here as always. :) My apology that I assumed you were using a stand alone edition. I dual boot with an OEM System Builder copy I purchased. One is in violation of the EULA performing this with an upgrade edition.

So far as I know as of two weeks ago the online MS store doesn't carry the System Builder edition, although I noticed yesterday they are selling full stand alone editions now. They must have just released that. I found my edition at another online store.

Although it may be disappointing to you, I hope that helps. Good luck to you.
 

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Just to verify is the disk a upgrade because no where on mine says its an upgrade.
 

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theog said:
Michaelvas17 said:
theog said:
Are you use a Windows 8 upgrade?
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I did. But like I said, I had it dual booted with Windows 8.
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Michaelvas17 said:
Just to verify is the disk a upgrade because no where on mine says its an upgrade.
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Where do you buy your DVD from?
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I got the Windows 8 from Windows themselves. Windows 7 was pre-installed and I don't have any other Windows disks. And my laptop did not come with the Recovery disc or Reinstallation disc
 

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Michaelvas17 said:
theog said:
Michaelvas17 said:
I did. But like I said, I had it dual booted with Windows 8.
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Michaelvas17 said:
Just to verify is the disk a upgrade because no where on mine says its an upgrade.
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Where do you buy your DVD from?
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I got the Windows 8 from Windows themselves. Windows 7 was pre-installed and I don't have any other Windows disks. And my laptop did not come with the Recovery disc or Reinstallation disc
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The upgrade offer, yes.
 

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Michaelvas17 said:
Just to verify is the disk a upgrade because no where on mine says its an upgrade.
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I agree that it should be labeled upgrade, but it doesn't. Originally I called the MS online store before the February 1st deadline. I was explicit in explaining that I wanted the stand-alone OEM System Builder edition. They sent me the upgrade. Ugh! I canceled that and ordered my OEM copy from another store as the said.

If you were told you were getting a stand alone edition, I'd advise you to get on the horn with MS to tell them the situation. Get a refund. Perhaps you may get a stand alone edition at the previous discounted rate. It's worth a try.
 

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HippsieGypsie said:
Michaelvas17 said:
Just to verify is the disk a upgrade because no where on mine says its an upgrade.
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I agree that it should be labeled upgrade, but it doesn't. Originally I called the MS online store before the February 1st deadline. I was explicit in explaining that I wanted the stand-alone OEM System Builder edition. They sent me the upgrade. Ugh! I canceled that and ordered my OEM copy from another store as the said.

If you were told you were getting a stand alone edition, I'd advise you to get on the horn with MS to tell them the situation. Get a refund. Perhaps you may get a stand alone edition at the previous discounted rate. It's worth a try.
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I could but idk what to do about my computer. Will I be stuck with my computer like this?
 

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To repair Windows 7, delete the Logical partition.

Than do a Startup Repair.
Startup Repair - Windows 7 Support Forums
Note: You may need to do startup repair 3 to 4 times.
Startup Repair - Run 3 Separate Times - Windows 7 Support Forums

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We always assume you have made your Recovery Disks using the OEM manufacturer's Recovery Media Creator app the first day you had your new PC.
& made the Startup Repair CD.
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Did you make the OEM manufacturer's Recovery Disks?

How to use Dell Recovery Partition,make Recovery Disks & how to order Recovery Disks.
Documentation


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