Which model? Fingerprint reader on my lenovo has been working since release preview.
Windows 8 who's buying/upgrading
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Which model? Fingerprint reader on my lenovo has been working since release preview.
The consumer release version won't allow me to adjust the screen resolution on my netbook to the required size for the apps on the tiles. E.g. photos, calender, mail, etc. So it looks like Windows 8 is out of the question for me anyway.
What's the native resolution of the screen?
It has 1024x600 listed as recommended and won't allow me to go higher. Requires 1024x768.
This has probably been answered already but here goes..
I'm currently running Windows 8 consumer preview, I don't have an old Windows key so how much is it going to cost me to buy this? It will most likely have to be a fresh install with a brand new key.
Cheapest way?
I'm currently running Windows 8 consumer preview, I don't have an old Windows key so how much is it going to cost me to buy this? It will most likely have to be a fresh install with a brand new key.
Cheapest way?
This has probably been answered already but here goes..
I'm currently running Windows 8 consumer preview, I don't have an old Windows key so how much is it going to cost me to buy this? It will most likely have to be a fresh install with a brand new key.
Cheapest way?
Maybe worth a try
http://www.sevenforums.com/installa...l-upgrade-windows-7-version-7.html#post323460
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1024x600 is typically the hardware limitation of many netbooks.
Windows 8 Apps minimum requirement is 1024x768. There was a tweak you could do on the previews - not sure if it still works on RTM - to get them running on your lower resolution, but some elements may be out of place.
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This has probably been answered already but here goes..
I'm currently running Windows 8 consumer preview, I don't have an old Windows key so how much is it going to cost me to buy this? It will most likely have to be a fresh install with a brand new key.
Cheapest way?
http://www.overclockers.co.uk/search_results.php?sortby=&groupid=33&search=win8
£79.99 for Windows 8
£109.99 for Windows 8 Pro
You need a full license to have a legit install.
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If you can get an OEM or full Retail XP, Vista or 7 license for cheap, then you'll be able to get a Windows 8 Pro upgrade for £24.99.
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Misleading
You have a Dreamspark account, someone, somewhere will be paying MS license fees - but you personally aren't paying
Misleading
You have a Dreamspark account, someone, somewhere will be paying MS license fees - but you personally aren't paying
yeh i know.
Was weird though there r 4 versions of the full release
2 * 32bit and 2 * 64bit
English and
english - great britain
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The GB version has been localised for English English instead of American English. I.e words like colour should be spelt correctly
The GB version has been localised for English English instead of American English. I.e words like colour should be spelt correctly
oh god Americans trying to get English spellings correct.
Will let you know how this goes once its downloaded
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Report to Microsoft
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I got Windows Vista Ultimate x64 OEM with a product key but never use it for the last 2 years. Do I need to install this first, then go for cheap Windows 8 Pro upgrade £24.99 with WMC £0.00 ?
They already know his system doesn't meet the minimum requirements.
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