So I'm purchasing Windows 7 64-Bit OEM version. I had a pervious thread, but it was getting lost and off topic so I am starting over. I hate to be a pain. Just please answer yes, or no. Can I run the OEM version of Windows 7 64-Bit on BootCamp 4.0 on Lion? If anyone has done this please post here. Thanks for everyone's great help!🙂
MacBook Pro, Mac OS X (10.7.3), 13-inch, Intel Core i7, 4GB RAM
Yes, if it is the generic System Builder version of OEM
No, if it is an OEM version sold specifically with new branded computers such as Dell or HP.
Yes, if it is the generic System Builder version of OEM
No, if it is an OEM version sold specifically with new branded computers such as Dell or HP.
No.
You need to validate with Lord Redmond in order to get security and other updates, thus information about your machine is sent to them.
They will know your running a OEM version (if you manage to get it to install in the first place) and likely cut you off after 30 days.
Buy the retail version of Windows
OK, here is the link to the one I'm looking at is it the generic one? http://www.amazon.com/Windows-Premium-64bit-System-Builder/dp/B004Q0PT3I/ref=sr_ 1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1335968710&sr=8-1
Yes that one will work.
The only restriction is that later you can not install it on another computer.
ds store wrote:
No.
You need to validate with Lord Redmond in order to get security and other updates, thus information about your machine is sent to them.
Incorrect you will receive updates, and security patches from Microsoft with the OEM version.
Thanks!
OEM Version of Windows 7
