Creating a clean setup DVD from installed Windows 8?

rboy

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Hey guys,

I want to know if it's possible to create a clean install DVD.

  • with pre-installed Windows 8
  • without product key (when I buyed the notebook Win8 was already installed - the personal product key is "inside" the notebook).

By the way, can I include the Windows Updates in the install DVD somehow - (and programs which should be pre-installed)?

Thanks ^^
 

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    Windows 8 Standard x64
    System Manufacturer/Model
    ASUS
    CPU
    Intel Core i3
    Memory
    4 GB RAM
information   Information

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.
http://www.eightforums.com/tutorials/5132-recovery-drive-create-usb-flash-drive-windows-8-a.html
http://www.eightforums.com/tutorials/2855-system-repair-disc-create-windows-8-a.html




You can use the OEM manufacturer's version of
http://www.eightforums.com/tutorials/5132-recovery-drive-create-usb-flash-drive-windows-8-a.html
 

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    ME, XP,Vista,Win7,Win8,Win8.1
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    Other Info
    Notebooks x 3

    Desktops x 5

    Towers x 4
That is not exactly what I meant.

The DVD I want to create should include the full operator system e.g. for installing Win 8 on a other PC.
The Recovery Drive is only 20 MB :)
 

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    Windows 8 Standard x64
    System Manufacturer/Model
    ASUS
    CPU
    Intel Core i3
    Memory
    4 GB RAM

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    ME, XP,Vista,Win7,Win8,Win8.1
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    Other Info
    Notebooks x 3

    Desktops x 5

    Towers x 4
Maybe I didn't express it detailed as needed. I've created a recovery drive (200 MB on USB drive)
 

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My Computer

System One

  • OS
    Windows 8 Standard x64
    System Manufacturer/Model
    ASUS
    CPU
    Intel Core i3
    Memory
    4 GB RAM

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    ME, XP,Vista,Win7,Win8,Win8.1
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    Other Info
    Notebooks x 3

    Desktops x 5

    Towers x 4
Oh sorry, I didn't realized that.

Here you go (my system is german but I think it should be okay for understanding :))
 

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System One

  • OS
    Windows 8 Standard x64
    System Manufacturer/Model
    ASUS
    CPU
    Intel Core i3
    Memory
    4 GB RAM
That is not exactly what I meant.

The DVD I want to create should include the full operator system e.g. for installing Win 8 on a other PC.
The Recovery Drive is only 20 MB :)

I think I know what you mean. You want a full fledged DVD of the version of Windows 8 that came installed on your computer just like the DVD you would get if you purchased it separately. Back in the "olden" days, this disk would come with every system, now only a few include it for whatever reason. I am pretty sure it cannot be done using the already installed files on your hard drive, and I do not think it can be done using the recovery partition. I am also looking into this for one of my laptops. There is one way I can think of doing this, but it involves downloading an OEM version of the same version on Win 8 you have, and just getting the serial number of your systems installed Windows. There is a utility I was reading about last evening that supposingly can tell you what that is, but I have not had time to fully look into it. I also kind of question the legality of my idea, even though I would be using my licensed serial to install Windows! ;p).
 

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    Windows 8
That is not exactly what I meant.

The DVD I want to create should include the full operator system e.g. for installing Win 8 on a other PC.
The Recovery Drive is only 20 MB :)

I think I know what you mean. You want a full fledged DVD of the version of Windows 8 that came installed on your computer just like the DVD you would get if you purchased it separately. Back in the "olden" days, this disk would come with every system, now only a few include it for whatever reason. I am pretty sure it cannot be done using the already installed files on your hard drive, and I do not think it can be done using the recovery partition. I am also looking into this for one of my laptops. There is one way I can think of doing this, but it involves downloading an OEM version of the same version on Win 8 you have, and just getting the serial number of your systems installed Windows. There is a utility I was reading about last evening that supposingly can tell you what that is, but I have not had time to fully look into it. I also kind of question the legality of my idea, even though I would be using my licensed serial to install Windows! ;p).

What is the Make & Model?
 

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    ME, XP,Vista,Win7,Win8,Win8.1
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    Other Info
    Notebooks x 3

    Desktops x 5

    Towers x 4
That is not exactly what I meant.

The DVD I want to create should include the full operator system e.g. for installing Win 8 on a other PC.
The Recovery Drive is only 20 MB :)

I think I know what you mean. You want a full fledged DVD of the version of Windows 8 that came installed on your computer just like the DVD you would get if you purchased it separately. Back in the "olden" days, this disk would come with every system, now only a few include it for whatever reason. I am pretty sure it cannot be done using the already installed files on your hard drive, and I do not think it can be done using the recovery partition. I am also looking into this for one of my laptops. There is one way I can think of doing this, but it involves downloading an OEM version of the same version on Win 8 you have, and just getting the serial number of your systems installed Windows. There is a utility I was reading about last evening that supposingly can tell you what that is, but I have not had time to fully look into it. I also kind of question the legality of my idea, even though I would be using my licensed serial to install Windows! ;p).

What is the Make & Model?


It is a HP Envy DV7-7259nr.
 

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    Windows 8
mikekos said:
It is a HP Envy DV7-7259nr.

information   Information

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.
http://www.eightforums.com/tutorials/5132-recovery-drive-create-usb-flash-drive-windows-8-a.html
http://www.eightforums.com/tutorials/2855-system-repair-disc-create-windows-8-a.html




You can use the HP version of
http://www.eightforums.com/tutorials/5132-recovery-drive-create-usb-flash-drive-windows-8-a.html

http://h10032.www1.hp.com/ctg/Manual/c03502680.pdf


HP/Compaq said:
Creating HP Recovery media

HP Recovery Manager is a software program that offers a way to create recovery media after you
successfully set up the computer. HP Recovery media can be used to perform system recovery if the
hard drive becomes corrupted. System recovery reinstalls the original operating system and the
software programs installed at the factory, and then configures the settings for the programs. HP
Recovery media can also be used to customize the system or aid in the replacement of a hard drive.


HP/Compaq said:
Using System Diagnostics

System Diagnostics allows you to run diagnostic tests to determine if the computer hardware is
functioning properly.
To start System Diagnostics:
1. Turn on or restart the computer, quickly press esc, and then press f2.
2. Click the diagnostic test you want to run, and then follow the on-screen instructions.


Try press F11 for Recovery Option.

HP/Compaq said:
You can initiate this option by using the f11 key or from the Start screen.
To use the f11 key:
1. Press f11 while the computer boots.
– or –
Press and hold f11 as you press the power button.


Using HP Recovery media to recover

You can use HP Recovery media to recover the original system. This method can be used if your
system does not have an HP Recovery partition or if the hard drive is not working properly.
1. If possible, back up all personal files.
2. Insert the first HP Recovery disc you created into the optical drive on your computer or into an
optional external optical drive, and then restart the computer.



HP/Compaq said:
? If the HP Recovery media do not work, you can obtain recovery media for your system from the
HP website. For U.S. support, go to Contact HP / Customer Service | HP® Official Site. For worldwide support, go
to Contact HP Worldwide | HP® Official Site.
 

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    ME, XP,Vista,Win7,Win8,Win8.1
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    Other Info
    Notebooks x 3

    Desktops x 5

    Towers x 4
mikekos said:
It is a HP Envy DV7-7259nr.

information   Information

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.
http://www.eightforums.com/tutorials/5132-recovery-drive-create-usb-flash-drive-windows-8-a.html
http://www.eightforums.com/tutorials/2855-system-repair-disc-create-windows-8-a.html





You can use the HP version of
http://www.eightforums.com/tutorials/5132-recovery-drive-create-usb-flash-drive-windows-8-a.html

http://h10032.www1.hp.com/ctg/Manual/c03502680.pdf


HP/Compaq said:
Creating HP Recovery media

HP Recovery Manager is a software program that offers a way to create recovery media after you
successfully set up the computer. HP Recovery media can be used to perform system recovery if the
hard drive becomes corrupted. System recovery reinstalls the original operating system and the
software programs installed at the factory, and then configures the settings for the programs. HP
Recovery media can also be used to customize the system or aid in the replacement of a hard drive.





Try press F11 for Recovery Option.




Using HP Recovery media to recover

You can use HP Recovery media to recover the original system. This method can be used if your
system does not have an HP Recovery partition or if the hard drive is not working properly.
1. If possible, back up all personal files.
2. Insert the first HP Recovery disc you created into the optical drive on your computer or into an
optional external optical drive, and then restart the computer.



HP/Compaq said:
? If the HP Recovery media do not work, you can obtain recovery media for your system from the
HP website. For U.S. support, go to Contact HP / Customer Service | HP® Official Site. For worldwide support, go
to Contact HP Worldwide | HP® Official Site.


I appreciate the response, but I have read all of that and that is not what I am looking for. That is for creating a Windows 8 repair disk and offering alternate ways to use the restore disks that you create. I am talking about getting a copy of Windows 8 Home Premium itself that can be installed using the serial number that is built into the laptop. It would be an OEM version just like what still comes with a few PC's.
 

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    Windows 8
Afaik, you can use any win 8 install media. It should pick up the oem key.

Not that hard to find.

If you want to install in the regular way using windows setup, you might need one of those keys that is just for installing, not activating.
 

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    7/8/ubuntu/Linux Deepin
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
As far as I know you can't build a regular (what you would by at a retailer) install DVD from the recovery media. The best you could likely do is retrieve the OEM branding and add it to an official Windows 8 ISO image and then burn that. As SIW2 said the product code is detected automatically during the install. If the PC comes with Windows 8 pre installed the product code is embedded in the BIOS of the PC by manufacturer.
 

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    Windows 10 Education 64 Bit
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    System Manufacturer/Model
    Asus
    CPU
    AMD Phenom II X4 980 Black Edition Deneb 3.7GHz
    Motherboard
    ASUS M4N68T-M V2 µATX Motherboard
    Memory
    8GB 4GBx2 Kingston PC10600 DDR3 1333 Memory
    Graphics Card(s)
    NVIDIA Geforce GT640 2 Gig DDR3 PCIe
    Sound Card
    VIA VT1708s High Definition Audio 8-channel Onboard
    Monitor(s) Displays
    22" LG E2242 1080p and 2 19" I-INC AG191D
    Screen Resolution
    1280x1024 - 1920x1080 - 1280x1024
    Hard Drives
    Crucial MX100 256 GB SSD and 500 GB WD Blue SATA
    PSU
    Thermaltake TR 620
    Case
    Power Up Black ATX Mid-Tower Case
    Cooling
    Stock heatsink fan
    Keyboard
    Logitech Wireless K350 Wave
    Mouse
    Logitech M570 Trackball and T650 TouchPad
    Internet Speed
    80 Mbps Down 30 Mbps Up
    Browser
    Internet Explorer 11
    Antivirus
    Windows Defender
    Other Info
    HP DVD1040e Lightscribe - External USB2
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