Can this be ordered with Windows already installed on it?
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I doubt it, but Crucial tech support (crucial.com/usa/en/support-ssd) could answer this question for sure. I'm not sure why you would want to order it with the OS pre-installed, since their Easy Install Kit and software does a perfect job., Then you won't have to reinstall all your software. Be sure to buy an SSD that is as large or larger than your original hard disk or the cloning process will fail.
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No but if you buy the version with cable and software you can clone your main wndows disk easily
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No. It has Windows 7 Pro. You would own the license to Windows 8 Pro and could install that as well, but comes loaded with Windows 7 Pro.
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Yes..without a problem. But..(I don't remember if it had an operating system on it when it arrived) unless it has the operating system on it..you'll have to use a "full blown" version of Windows 7..not the upgrade.
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It now comes with Windows 7 Home. If you would like Windows 8.1 you can let us know after you have ordered and we can change it for you.
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The one I ordered came with Windows Vista Business. It can run any Windows OS from Windows XP to Windows 10.
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Yes, but I would suggest a complete format, nor will the downgrade be free. This may cause compatibility issues with the provided Lenovo software, which I find incredibly useful, so I might suggest buying from a retailer that provides the option for Windows 7 already installed.
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I requested Windows7-Pro 32 bit. It would have shipped with any OS I wanted, just make it clear what OS you want to the supplier.
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I ordered it for my son and wanted Windows 7. The one I ordered was advertised as having such, but it arrived with that terrible Windows 8. Otherwise, it is a very impressive machine. I have seriously considered ordering one for myself.
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No. Can be installed by your trusty computer store though. I was surprised at it's absence but may have contributed to great price.
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Yes, unless you already have a legit copy of Windows installation disc; Parallels comes by itself.
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I'm not qualified to confirm either way. You could probably reconfigure it to handle Windows, but this manufacturer also offers the same model already configured for Windows. I don't know if this model will handle both, but maybe if you partition it into two sectors, each to handle a different operating system... But I'm speculating.
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Hi Wade, the system comes with the Windows disk for complete re-install if needed, otherwise Windows does have backup and recovery built in.
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Unfortunately, no it doesn't. It's just a barebone hard drive. You will have to do a new install of windows or get a cloning/migration software kit. Or your other option is to buy a Solid State Drive kit that comes with the cloning/migration software.
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If this is a relatively new computer with an up to date operating system, nothing other than using any disc that came with the drive and an open slot in the case for mounting. Windows should do the rest.
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Yes, but you will need the product code for the OS on the unit if your using a recovery disc. If you have the original install disc, then the code should be on it or on the side of the computer.
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No, Windows is not installed when you receive the Hard Drive and you will need to provide your own copy of Windows
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Yes it does. When I bought it off Amazon I also found out that it had an illegal version of windows installed on it. I have had it removed and a newer $ 450.00 version installed. Good luck!