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Just a Bump for Windows 7 RC users
| geek_swivel |
February 26, 2010, 12:01 pm |
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#1 | On February 15th, people still running the Windows 7 Release Candidate (RC) will receive a notification reminding them that starting March 1st, 2010, their PC will begin experiencing bi-hourly shutdowns. These shutdowns will continue through June 1st, 2010.
On June 1st, 2010, a non-genuine experience is triggered where your wallpaper is removed and ???This copy of Windows is not genuine??? will be displayed in the lower right corner above the taskbar. This means your PC will no longer be able to obtain optional updates or downloads that require genuine Windows validation.
To avoid any data loss, I suggest making plans to move to a released version of Windows 7 before the automatic shutdowns start. During these shutdowns, your work will not be saved.
Remember, pre-release versions of Windows are unsupported. For more information on the expiration of the Windows 7 RC, see this KB article.
To move to a released version of Windows 7, you??™ll need to do a custom (clean) install to replace the installation of the Windows 7 RC. I suggest install, reinstall, uninstall Windows page on Windows.com which covers all kinds of installation scenarios. | |
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| geek_swivel |
February 26, 2010, 12:02 pm |
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#2 | Help to upgrade from RC Versions
http://tinyurl.com/m9wdwy |
| geek_0800xford |
February 26, 2010, 12:06 pm |
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#3 | | swivel just couldn't help himself: http://is. gd/9bR6X |
| geek_swivel |
February 26, 2010, 12:08 pm |
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#4 | | Yeah. But we will get alot coming into here next week with the problem i think. So a nice clean thread for them would be nice |
| geek_0800xford |
February 26, 2010, 12:10 pm |
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#5 | | fair enough, pretty cool that you can upgrade from RC to full [howtogeek link] |
| geek_johnf_456 |
February 26, 2010, 12:27 pm |
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#6 | | Yep and fair enough. But you will get some muppets that come in unfortunately complaining that their installation is shutting down. |
| geek_0800xford |
February 26, 2010, 12:38 pm |
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#7 | | we need to keep this thread near the top |
| geek_r.g.nixon |
February 26, 2010, 1:24 pm |
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#8 | | According to Microsoft there are about 70 'cracks' for Windows 7. One of those would give you some extra time to save for a genuine version. |
| geek_johnf_456 |
February 26, 2010, 2:07 pm |
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#9 | Yep there is, if you want it to stay cracked just dont get the new: KB971033 update.
Its not even a compulsory update.
ya har. |
| geek_johnf_456 |
February 26, 2010, 2:08 pm |
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#10 | | Unlimited license keys rocks. :D |
| geek_0800xford |
February 26, 2010, 2:31 pm |
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#11 | | you tech guys are about to have 'fun' with this lot XD |
| geek_johnf_456 |
February 26, 2010, 2:55 pm |
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#12 | | = more money |
| geek_0800xford |
February 26, 2010, 3:05 pm |
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#13 | win 7 rc
? ? ? ?
PROFIT |
| geek_0800xford |
February 27, 2010, 5:12 pm |
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#14 | | up you go. |
| geek_gasaxe |
February 27, 2010, 10:34 pm |
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#15 | | Anudder bump. |
| geek_0800xford |
February 27, 2010, 11:30 pm |
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#16 | | bbbbbb UMP! |
| geek_kylea_damien |
February 28, 2010, 8:17 am |
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#17 | Im pretty sure anyone using this will know. I still have it on my netbook which constantly annoys me and tellsthat I have *Blah* days.
Im not bothered will just reinstall. |
| geek_drcspy |
February 28, 2010, 8:23 am |
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#18 | | didn't afffect my ummmm... ... . 'test' version |
| geek_0800xford |
February 28, 2010, 8:39 am |
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#19 | | maybe people could try a linux of some kind, it would be the perfect time to |
| geek_drcspy |
February 28, 2010, 9:55 am |
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#20 | | hell we dont want people doing that - how do you expect us 'windows techs' to make money if everyone switches to linux... ... . . |
| geek_0800xford |
February 28, 2010, 9:58 am |
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#21 | i knew someone was going to say that! ha ha ha
when they discover how difficult it is to do anything and that they can't easily play their games etc they'll be in to see you guys for a re fit |
| geek_hakatere1 |
February 28, 2010, 2:07 pm |
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#22 | | I am using Version 6. 1 (Build 7000) trial of Ultimate. The winver tells me this too: Evaluation copy. Expires 7/2/2009 12:59PM It's still going with not a threat of me buying the full ver, or shutdowns. The reason I use this ver and not the full retail is that the full ver doesn't let me go through my Aus proxy. The proxy icon on my taskbar immediately turns (blocked) red when I try access any site. I'm on BorderNet sat. | |
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| geek_peg228 |
February 28, 2010, 5:27 pm |
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#23 | | Are you sure that isn't 2 July? |
| geek_hakatere1 |
February 28, 2010, 6:00 pm |
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#24 | | Regardless if it's Feb or July, they both have passed. |
| geek_0800xford |
March 1, 2010, 8:46 am |
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#25 | | ! |
| geek_gyrogearloose |
March 1, 2010, 8:54 am |
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#26 | | If you want a share of the workstation OS, you need to have that linux disk in your hand, preferably a fresh distro with a solid equivalence of Windows Media Centre, that includes hauppauge drivers, H. 264 support, tunes all of the DVB-T channels and works with the MCE remote and IR blaster. If it needs a second disk, or cracks of PowerDVD, or endless updates - don't even bother applying. |
| geek_0800xford |
March 1, 2010, 9:06 am |
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#27 | | DENIED! www.youtube.com/watch? v=RD1KqbDdmuE |
| geek_boon99 |
March 1, 2010, 7:21 pm |
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#28 | | OK for a computer dummy can you tell me another good system to run then? We got our laptop with a trial version of windows 7 installed. I have been looking for another program but most seem to say if you are a dummy like me dont bother hmmm |
| geek_0800xford |
March 1, 2010, 7:22 pm |
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#29 | "system" do you mean operating system?
"I have been looking for another program but most seem to say if you are a dummy like me don't bother" what do you mean?
do you want someone to suggest linux? |
| geek_boon99 |
March 1, 2010, 7:27 pm |
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#30 | Well one to replace windows 7.
This has been on a few of them or similar wording -we strongly recommend that only experienced computer users sign up.
Yes I can use a computer but just ya basic stuff. Your probably rolling you eyes now haha |
| geek_0800xford |
March 1, 2010, 7:31 pm |
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#31 | | i don't really know what you are trying to say. |
| geek_johnf_456 |
March 1, 2010, 7:41 pm |
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#32 | Yea I know, but pays to be safe than sorry. I did try it to and it did the same. Getting it activated again is like drawing teeth sometimes. Involving format, re install etc. .
Just me personally, dont take the risk. As it doesnt secure and patch windows just updates way for windows to discover its not genuine. Hence you don't need it if you have pirated windows. Not that I encourage it. |
| geek_davedave |
March 1, 2010, 7:41 pm |
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#33 | | I'm running a "cowboy built! " PC with an evaluation copy of Windows7 on it, and an older Compaq PC with XP on it... . Question is, can I buy an upgrade for Windows7 Ultimate and install it on the PC that doesn't have XP on it? |
| geek_johnf_456 |
March 1, 2010, 7:42 pm |
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#34 | | True that, but then again linux is not perfect either. . Nothing is. |
| geek_boon99 |
March 1, 2010, 7:46 pm |
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#35 | | Yes 0800xford I do drive a car ! Quite well actually dont worry I will find info elsewhere I did answer your questions in the order you asked me but hey obviously I'm dumber than I thought :) |
| geek_0800xford |
March 1, 2010, 7:51 pm |
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#36 | | heresey! linux IS perfect |
| geek_johnf_456 |
March 1, 2010, 7:52 pm |
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#37 | | So why is mine been a difficult teenager at the moment. Tempted to toss it out at the window atm. Rage... |
| geek_0800xford |
March 1, 2010, 8:01 pm |
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#38 | | *cough* noob |
| geek_johnf_456 |
March 1, 2010, 8:04 pm |
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#39 | | Me not a noob, run many system with debian and suse. But this problem I have at the moment is dam straight annoying the hell out of me. Hardly a noob at all. |
| geek_0800xford |
March 1, 2010, 8:13 pm |
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#40 | | haven't tried suse for a while |
| geek_johnf_456 |
March 1, 2010, 8:17 pm |
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#41 | | :D |
| geek_0800xford |
March 3, 2010, 12:44 pm |
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#42 | | up you go |
| geek_0800xford |
March 11, 2010, 9:09 am |
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#43 | On February 15th, people still running the Windows 7 Release Candidate (RC) will receive a notification reminding them that starting March 1st, 2010, their PC will begin experiencing bi-hourly shutdowns. These shutdowns will continue through June 1st, 2010.
On June 1st, 2010, a non-genuine experience is triggered where your wallpaper is removed and ???This copy of Windows is not genuine??? will be displayed in the lower right corner above the taskbar. This means your PC will no longer be able to obtain optional updates or downloads that require genuine Windows validation.
To avoid any data loss, I suggest making plans to move to a released version of Windows 7 before the automatic shutdowns start. During these shutdowns, your work will not be saved.
Remember, pre-release versions of Windows are unsupported. For more information on the expiration of the Windows 7 RC, see this KB article.
To move to a released version of Windows 7, you??™ll need to do a custom (clean) install to replace the installation of the Windows 7 RC. I suggest install, reinstall, uninstall Windows page on Windows.com which covers all kinds of installation scenarios. | |
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