daninthemix
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I have tried literally everything to make that icon appear, but to no avail. Gonna just wait till July 29 and see if there's some manual way of upgrading after that.
Upgrade to Windows 10?
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On the popup there is a section that tells you if there would be any problems, I assume it would be in there?
dgrdsv
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Win8 had less system requirements than Win7, I don't think that Win10 will need more than Win8. You should be fine.
I see it where it says No issues were found during our scan. I guess this means it will work!
This is good to hear. Thank you both for answering so quick!
A few days ago my PC got stuck in the recovery loop, so I had to reinstall. My key would not work for 8, so I called Microsoft. I spoke with three CSRs (two Tier 1, one Tier 2) and each of them told me that the Windows 8 upgrade license I got back then was "one time use only." I asked if that would be the same deal when going from 7 or 8 to 10 and they told me yes.
So now I'm back on Windows 7 until 10 comes out. At least I can upgrade from 7 to 10, but otherwise I had never heard of that upgrade being one time use only, otherwise I probably never would have done it.
Kagoshima_Luke
Gold Member
The 29th is coming up quick. I'm tempted to just do this thing, even though the smart thing to do would be to wait a month or two.
DaCocoBrova
Finally bought a new PSP, but then pushed the demon onto someone else. Jesus.
Uh, I've been running the windows 10 preview without issue. Install the latest 8.1 Bootcamp drivers from Apple and your touchpad etc. Should work.
Alternatively install it via Parallels, and run it virtually.
Mookie1515
Member
I'm all ready for the update, but I'm gonna hold off a week or so, to make sure there aren't any crazy weird complications to games.
Seems unlikely, but still seems alright to be cautious.
Seems unlikely, but still seems alright to be cautious.
selfconfessedcynic
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I'm going to trial it for a while on my laptop to see how it goes. It all comes down to how smooth the transition is in terms of program / driver compatibility.
If it's silky smoov (ie that goes well and online reports are positive), I'll see how it goes on my desktop in a week or two.
I really hope most of my games don't need to be reinstalled.
If it's silky smoov (ie that goes well and online reports are positive), I'll see how it goes on my desktop in a week or two.
I really hope most of my games don't need to be reinstalled.
sui generis
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Windows 8/8,1 is so fast. Even without an SSD. I'm sure Windows 10 will be even better.
The metro stuff stinks tho.
The metro stuff stinks tho.
Iorv3th
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Depends on driver support. Some manufacturers don't provide driver support outside of their new models. I think you can roll it back to Windows 7/8 though if it doesn't work.
Crimsonclaw111
Member
Any games having issues? I heard the Dark Souls camera spins like crazy.
MrTroubleMaker
Member
yeah I wanna know that too before I upgrade.
It will know your cd key automatically. When you install it youll get the option to keep files or do a fresh install etc.
Haven't faced any issues in the few days I have been running Windows 10. Everything runs smooth game wise so far.
Rebel Leader
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I know this is over a month old but
This worked for me
http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/...i/848b5cce-958b-49ae-a132-a999a883265b?auth=1
MrTroubleMaker
Member
thanks, that's good to know.
Sorcerer
Member
It's possible that there are desktop/laptops out in the wild at retail that have 10 pre-installed at this point.
I'm pretty sure machines have always been available with a new a Windows ahead of the just the software release.
joeygreco1985
Member
If I'm a windows insider, am I first in line for upgrades on my other PCs too?
I believe so, you already are running the RTM release. But I am sure tomorrow even the preview member will get small update.
Inform me GAF, of my ignorance here...if I update is it like refreshing my whole PC with a new OS where I have to reinstall everything or is it more like downloading an update where I keep all my programs but the OS changes to something new?
Because I'd just rather not lose all my files if I decide to upgrade...
Because I'd just rather not lose all my files if I decide to upgrade...
SUPARSTARX
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Did anybody's Chrome flash video get stuttery? How do I fix this? It's fine in the Edge browser.
CaptainZombie
Member
On one of my systems at home, I have Windows 7 that is not genuine. Will I be able to also upgrade that system to Windows 10?
pixel monkey
Banned
For $120 you will.
LordOfChaos
Member
Yes.
You absolutely can. You can either join the insider program and be stuck as a beta user or you can go buy a retail copy.
CaptainZombie
Member
Ok, for some reason I thought that non-genuine W7 users would also be able to upgrade to W10 for free.
huh? What is so confusing here.
Your inside preview should already have the moet close build. I believe its the RTM release. On 29th you should. probably get at least 1 update. At least thats what I think. You wont have to install the whole thing again.
On your other PC whenever Windows 10 is publically available it will come as a full install. I know date is 29thbut they will rolling in waves, no idea who will get first.
There was some talk that they could earlier this year, but apparently it simply wasn't true
The Win10 upgrade software is a normal Windows installer, right? I need a new SSD to replace my old slightly faulty one and install 10 on the new one, I've never fooled around with cloning so I'm wondering if I can just plug the new one in right before the upgrade process, and choose to install the Windows on that one plus format the old one
Iced_Eagle
Member
For your other PC's, you should run the reservation update app should be on each of them. That essentially opts-in that PC to be updated. However, with that process, MS is doing a slow roll-out. You very likely won't get the update on the 29th automatically. If you want them all updated day one, then just see what official manual options MS will have available on the 29th.
For your existing PC, it will stay in the insider program (the next Win10 release is rumored for October/November). I imagine that next month they will start rolling out preview updates to people in the insider program. If you want to remove yourself from the preview program, assuming you did an upgrade over a genuine copy of Windows 7 or Windows 8, then you can go into Settings -> Windows Update and choose to stop receiving preview builds. If you did a clean install, or don't have a genuine copy then you will need to enter a genuine CD key, or else your copy will be marked non-genuine (I don't know specifically what that entails though).
Yup, sadly. You could report them to MS for selling pirated software if you have proof of buying a new PC and it not coming with a valid Windows license.
Using Chrome, no issues here. Check drivers?
Lakerchick4life
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Updated Windows 10 tonight with the new update that fixes the error people were getting a few days ago with Explorer..I was wondering how I can find color and appearance on windows 10 I want to change the color of the taskbar..also, how can I check to see what version of windows 10 I have people seem to always be checking after every update
Japanmanx3
Member
Got a laptop that literally will not update anymore smh. So its stuck at 8.1 unless I do a clean install...which apparently I can't even do. Its really weird...some specific windows update won't play ball with my system. Apparently Staples will be installing Win10 for free so I may just have them do it then.
cripterion
Member
And even then lacking a start menu was not really wrong, I mean gotta live with the times, start menu is useless when you can access pretty much anything you want with the windows 8 search. Why would I want the start menu when I got everything pinned on Metro/Desktop? Lol
The latter. The former is called a clean install, which you can do after the upgrade if you want, but just the general upgrade will keep files.
Yes, you should always backup your files/work before doing anything system-related.
pixel monkey
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You can, but you'd be better off avoiding the hassle altogether and simply upgrading, allowing you to leave your games where they are.
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