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Microsoft Windows 7 Ultimate (Upgrade Version)

Microsoft Windows 7 Ultimate (Upgrade Version)

Item: 820232    Model: GLC-00184

Microsoft Windows 7 Ultimate (Upgrade Version)
4.0stars
( 28 reviews)
  • Simplify your PC with new navigation features like Aero Shake, Jump Lists, and Snap
  • Customize Windows to look and feel the way you like by changing themes and taskbar programs
  • Designed to make your PC sleep and resume quicker
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by PowerReviews
Microsoft Windows 7 Ultimate (Upgrade Version)
 
3.8

(based on 28 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (9)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (13)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (2)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (0)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (4)

84%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Easy to install (19)
  • Easy to navigate (19)
  • Good power output (15)
  • Useful features (12)
  • Manages software collaboration well (11)

Cons

  • Hard to install or upgrade (7)
  • Crashes or freezes (3)

Best Uses

  • Multimedia (11)
  • Graphics & publishing (10)
  • Educational purposes (9)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Quality oriented (20), Budget shopper (7)
    • Primary use:
    • Personal (21), Business (6)
    • Computer Platform:
    • PC (6)

Most Helpful Positive Review

 

An excelent upgrade

For those who just want it all from Microsoft, Windows 7 Ultimate (Upgrade Version) has what you want. Expect to pay more for all the features packed in. The ease of installation could...Read complete review

For those who just want it all from Microsoft, Windows 7 Ultimate (Upgrade Version) has what you want. Expect to pay more for all the features packed in. The ease of installation could vary from person-to-person based on experience.
I would recommend using the advanced install option in the installation and perform a clean install for a more robust installation. As always, backup everything important before proceeding with setup.

VS

Most Helpful Negative Review

 

Expected more..

I am not sure its worth the 219 upgrade.
I run the upgrade advisor first before installing, but it didn't warned me about BIOS update for my XPS Dell laptop (less than 2 ...Read complete review

I am not sure its worth the 219 upgrade.
I run the upgrade advisor first before installing, but it didn't warned me about BIOS update for my XPS Dell laptop (less than 2 years old), so when I started install I had to exit and then download BIOS update. Install took around 4 hours. After done I downloaded the other languages update and installed Arabic language. after few hours, windows froze, I had to go to a prev. restore point, recovered fine after the restore. Pinnacle ultimate didn't work after the upgrade, the upgrade advisor did warned me about this, I downloaded an update and then it worked fine. I am not sure the boot up time is ahorter after the upgrade. The number of crashes and problems with windows did decrease after upgrading from vista to
windows 7 ultimate. Once the shutdown button used to shutdown the pc dissapeared, so I had shutdown the pc using the power button in the pc.

Reviewed by 28 customers

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1.0

Would had Ultimate loaded when purchased

By Deputy Dawg

from FL

About Me Quality Oriented

Verified Buyer

Pros

    Cons

    • Hard To Install or Upgrade

    Best Uses

      Comments about Microsoft Windows 7 Ultimate (Upgrade Version):

      Could not get it to install over another version of Windows 7 / Vista without erasing all of my previous programs. Install stated that they would be saved NOT. Unable to remove some programs as they were pre-loaded when we bought the computer and we do not have a way to back our files up.

      • Primary use:
      • Personal
      • Computer Platform:
      • Other

      Comment on this review(earn points)

       
      4.0

      windows 7 upgrade

      By genie

      from kokomo IN

      About Me Value Oriented

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Easy To Install
      • Easy To Navigate
      • Manages Software Collaboration Well
      • Useful Features

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Educational Purposes
        • Graphics & Publishing
        • Multimedia

        Comments about Microsoft Windows 7 Ultimate (Upgrade Version):

        upgrade from vista ultimate to windows 7 - much better platform. It did take longer than I expected and there were a few minor glitches, BUT all in all it went smoothly.

        • Primary use:
        • Business
        • Computer Platform:
        • PC

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        4.0

        worked well

        By genie

        from kokomo IN

        About Me Quality Oriented

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Did Not Lose Any Old Data
        • Easy To Install
        • Easy To Navigate
        • Easy Upgrade -
        • Manages Software Collaboration Well

        Cons

          Best Uses

            Comments about Microsoft Windows 7 Ultimate (Upgrade Version):

            It did take a couple of hours as it said. Was hoping for a shorter install time

            • Primary use:
            • Business
            • Computer Platform:
            • PC

            Comment on this review(earn points)

             
            1.0

            POOR

            By JOE

            from ATLANTA, GA

            About Me Value Oriented

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • EASY TO UNINSTALL AUDIO

            Cons

            • DIFFICULT TO REINSTALL

            Best Uses

            • NONE- IT'S MANDATORY
            • NONE IT IS MANDATORY

            Comments about Microsoft Windows 7 Ultimate (Upgrade Version):

            NA

            • Primary use:
            • Personal
            • Computer Platform:
            • PC

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            4.0

            Windows 7

            By Lemmonh2o

            from Mount Lemmon, AZ.

            About Me Quality Oriented

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Easy To Install
            • Easy To Navigate
            • Great OS
            • Powerful
            • Useful Features

            Cons

            • Having to reload programs

            Best Uses

              Comments about Microsoft Windows 7 Ultimate (Upgrade Version):

              OS works great. When is MS going to Windows 20?

              • Primary use:
              • Personal
              • Computer Platform:
              • PC

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              10 Questions | 15 Answers
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              • Q:

                Can I use this to fix a pirated Windows 7 Ultimate operating system?
                Asked on 9/11/2012 by bbgamer

                1 answer

                • A:

                  When you go to install this version of Windows it will prompt you if you would like to import anything from the other Windows installation, if you choose 'yes' it will copy over your documents and settings.

                  Answered on 9/11/2012 by Community Answer from None
              • Q:

                how many computers can I install this product on without purchasing additional licenses?
                Asked on 7/7/2012 by George

                1 answer

                • CUSTOMER CARE

                  A:

                  The Microsoft Windows 7 Ultimate (Upgrade Version), is only for one PC.

                  Answered on 7/9/2012 by Laura B. from Staples
              • Q:

                Is there a Windows7 Ultimate or Professional version allowing installation on up to 3 or more PCs?
                Asked on 12/1/2010 by Ken from Jackson, MO

                1 answer

                • CUSTOMER CARE

                  A:

                  I am sorry but I am not finding that there is an upgrade version of Ultimate or Professional Version for Windows 7 to be installed on 3 or mor PC's.

                  Answered on 12/7/2010 by Customer Care from Staples
              • Q:

                Can you upgrade to Windows 7 ultimate if you are operating with Vista Home or Vista professional?
                Asked on 6/14/2010 by Glenda from Newark, NJ

                3 answers

                • CUSTOMER CARE

                  A:

                  Yes you can.

                  Answered on 6/23/2010 by Customer Care from Staples
                • A:

                  I spoke to Windows directly and they said you could. Also it does not clean off all your files like the Windows 7 premium does!

                  Answered on 5/21/2011 by Barb from Park City, UT
                • VERIFIED BUYER

                  A:

                  Yes, that's exactly what we did.

                  Answered on 10/20/2010 by Angela from Centennial Co
              • Q:

                Can I use this ugrade as an upgrade from Vista Home Premium?
                Asked on 5/10/2010 by Kinsleysc from Anderson, SC

                1 answer

                • CUSTOMER CARE

                  A:

                  Yes you can.

                  Answered on 5/18/2010 by Customer Care from Staples
              • Q:

                I have Windows Vista Ultimate and I would like Windows 7 Ultimate. That being said, will I have to do a clean install and download all of my files to a dvd and then install Windows 7? Or can I keep all the files on my system and Windows 7 won't erase them?
                Asked on 3/17/2010 by Sharon from Gardena, CA

                2 answers

                • A:

                  You do not have to back up any of your programs or files, but it is in good nature to do so due to the fact that it is technology and anything can happen I personally would recommend to still do so for your own sake of at least backing up your files to some external source. But you can keep everything on there since the structure of Windows Vista is similar to Windows 7 it will just update and fix some files not involving your stuff so you will be fine.

                  Answered on 3/20/2010 by EasyTech_Ron from Staples
                • A:

                  I JUST DID WHAT YOU ARE ASKING, I HAD VISTA ULTIMATE AND I UPGRADED TO WINDOWS 7 ULTIMATE, VERY EASY. I LOVE IT, PROGRAMS THAT WOULDN'T WORK ON VISTA NOW WORK. I DIDN'T LOSE ANYTHING I HAD BEFORE. DOWNLOAD WINDOWS 7 UPGRADE ADVISOR AND RUN IT , IT WILL TELL YOU IF YOU CAN AND WHAT NEEDS CHANGES. I DID HAVE TO UPGRADE ONE PROGRAM, THEY ALSO GIVE YOU A COMPATIBILITY CHECK THAT YOU CAN CHECK ANY PROGRAM YOU HAVE TO SEE IF IT WILL WORK. GOOD LUCK.

                  Answered on 3/26/2010 by ROBBY78 from TITUSVILLE, FL. 32796
              • Q:

                If you own more than one PC, can the program be installed without purchasing additional licenses.
                Asked on 1/22/2010 by Kelly from Yuba city, CA

                1 answer

                • A:

                  You will need to buy a copy for each PC you own this is a license for one PC only

                  Answered on 2/4/2010 by James the Nerd from Bristol, CT
              • Q:

                When I download Windows 7 does it remove Vista? If not, can I manually remove Vista?
                Asked on 11/9/2009 by Judy from Passaic Park, NJ

                1 answer

                • VERIFIED BUYER

                  A:

                  Dear Judy, Thanks God there are no shadows of Vista. I was reluctant at first as I have so many pic and music. All the files are copied into Windows7 and work fantastic. Go ahead as I am very happy with 7

                  Answered on 12/8/2009 by chuck from south killingly conn
              • Q:

                will the upgrade work on a blank hard drive if I have a previous copy of windows. I dont want to install the previous version. Or do I need to buy the full install
                Asked on 10/21/2009 by andy from la habra,ca

                3 answers

                • A:

                  This is an upgrade package. It assumes you have Vista on your computer now and are not installing 7, but are upgrading to it. The price is less because, if you have Vista installed, many of the basic components are already in place on your hard drive. You will need a full version of Vista. XP cannot be upgraded. Home Basic Vista cannot be upgraded. See this site:
                  http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2354554,00.asp

                  Answered on 10/26/2009 by Lynne from Eastern Oregon
                • A:

                  you need either full xp or full vista. You should run the MS advisor to see if your system can support it. I have read that you can't upgrade XP or vista basic home editions, so do some research. here are a couple sites:
                  http://www.microsoft.com/windows/windows-7/get/upgrade-considerations.aspx and

                  http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2354554,00.asp

                  Answered on 10/26/2009 by Lynne from eastern oregon
                • A:

                  As long as you have a copy of Vista or XP you can do a double install which you can do a full install without entering the product key then do a Upgrade from that entering your product key if you need more info look up Windows 7 double install

                  Answered on 2/4/2010 by James the Nerd from Bristol, CT
              • Q:

                What system must I currently have in order to use this upgrade to windows 7?
                Asked on 10/21/2009 by Anonymous

                1 answer

                • VERIFIED BUYER

                  A:

                  Any version of Windows XP or Windows Vista qualifies for this upgrade. Be sure to run the Windows 7 Upgrade advisor from Microsoft before installation to ensure your hardware is compatible. Windows 7 Upgrade advisor can be downloaded from the Microsoft Website. Depending on your version of Windows, you might have to perform a clean install. As always, backup everything important before you install/upgrade.

                  Answered on 12/9/2009 by James from Pittsburgh, PA
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