question about installing and activation

jamesmorris86 · 30 Nov 2010 at 18:41

Hi, I have a version of windows 7 64bit, its an oem and i have already installed it on my computer.

I read somewhere that you can use a copy for 30 days before you need to input your activation key.
I have ordered another copy but it wont be here for a few days, can I use my original disc to install it again and then when my new key comes activate it over the internet? or is it going to ask me for my key mid -installation and not let me go any further because its oem and i have used it once?

Dewotter · 30 Nov 2010 at 18:49

You can opt to not input a product key during installation. You can then add it later when your new copy arrives.

SiriusB · 30 Nov 2010 at 18:50

Assuming the new copy that is on its way is also OEM, then you should have no problem entering a key later on when it arrives. You can leave the product key text field blank when installing and just continue with the install. When you come to activate it will prompt you for a product key.

If the new copy arriving is Retail, it wont work. If it is only a few days I would just wait.

jamesmorris86 · 30 Nov 2010 at 18:53

ah brilliant, na the copy i ordered was another oem. cheers for the help guys.