I currently am running Windows 8 on my desktop. What is involved in installing windows 8 on this drive? All I have is the 64bit upgrade software.
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You can download the (Microsoft authorized) Windows 8 installer from this link: http://www.softpedia.com/dyn-postdownload.php?p=196339&t;=0&i;=2That's the 64bit Windows 8 RTM installer. It's an ISO, which is a DVD image; you will need to burn this to a DVD disc or make a USB installer using this app (requires an 8GB USB stick): http://www.softpedia.com/get/System/System-Miscellaneous/Windows-8-USB-Installer-Maker.shtmlAs for actually booting from the CD or USB stick, you will need to review the documentation that came with your computer to determine how to do this, as there are several different methods.You've going to love the new life this SSD will breath into your computer! Good luck! You can download the (Microsoft authorized) Windows 8 installer from this link: http://www.softpedia.com/dyn-postdownload.php?p=196339&t;=0&i;=2That's the 64bit Windows 8 RTM installer. It's an ISO, which is a DVD image; you will need to burn this to a DVD disc or make a USB installer using this app (requires an 8GB USB stick): http://www.softpedia.com/get/System/System-Miscellaneous/Windows-8-USB-Installer-Maker.shtmlAs for actually booting from the CD or USB stick, you will need to review the documentation that came with your computer to determine how... » Read More You can download the (Microsoft authorized) Windows 8 installer from this link: http://www.softpedia.com/dyn-postdownload.php?p=196339&t;=0&i;=2That's the 64bit Windows 8 RTM installer. It's an ISO, which is a DVD image; you will need to burn this to a DVD disc or make a USB installer using this app (requires an 8GB USB stick): http://www.softpedia.com/get/System/System-Miscellaneous/Windows-8-USB-Installer-Maker.shtmlAs for actually booting from the CD or USB stick, you will need to review the documentation that came with your computer to determine how to do this, as there are several different methods.You've going to love the new life this SSD will breath into your computer! Good luck! « Show Less
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Do you also have the Windows 7 Installation software? If so then you could install Windows 7 to the SSD and then upgrade to Win 8 using your upgrade software. You can also clone your drive to the new SSD using cloning software, like Acronis or the one included with the drive. Otherwise, you will need to use a Windows 8 CD that allows a full, clean install.
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well I guess use the migration software that comes with it or manually do it as per win 7, nothing special for 8 methinks...
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The drive comes with cloning software. This software will copy your entire boot drive (currently C:) onto the SSD and properly align it for the SSD's storage media. Then all you have to do is go into your system's BIOS and change the boot drive to the SSD device instead of the current HDD. When you reboot, your new C: drive will be the SSD and your HDD will be some other drive letter (D: or E: or something like that.) At that point you can reformat the HDD and use it for data, temp files, or whatever you like. Of course before you do any of this make sure you have a complete restorable backup of your current boot drive.
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The samsung drive includes a software for cloning your current HDD. But before you clone it you have to make sure everything you are copying is under 100 GB, for the EVO SDD to run at full speed it has to have ~20% free space. There are two programs on an install disk with pretty straight forward instructions. As long as you follow the programs instructions you'll be fine.
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The drive comes with cloning software. This software will copy your entire boot drive (currently C:) onto the SSD and properly align it for the SSD's storage media. Then all you have to do is go into your system's BIOS and change the boot drive to the SSD device instead of the current HDD. When you reboot, your new C: drive will be the SSD and your HDD will be some other drive letter (D: or E: or something like that.) At that point you can reformat the HDD and use it for data, temp files, or whatever you like.Of course before you do any of this make sure you have a complete restorable backup of your current boot drive. The drive comes with cloning software. This software will copy your entire boot drive (currently C:) onto the SSD and properly align it for the SSD's storage media. Then all you have to do is go into your system's BIOS and change the boot drive to the SSD device instead of the current HDD. When you reboot, your new C: drive will be the SSD and your HDD will be some other drive letter (D: or E: or something like that.) At that point you can reformat the HDD and use it for data, temp files, or whatever you like.Of course before you do any of this make sure you have a complete... » Read More The drive comes with cloning software. This software will copy your entire boot drive (currently C:) onto the SSD and properly align it for the SSD's storage media. Then all you have to do is go into your system's BIOS and change the boot drive to the SSD device instead of the current HDD. When you reboot, your new C: drive will be the SSD and your HDD will be some other drive letter (D: or E: or something like that.) At that point you can reformat the HDD and use it for data, temp files, or whatever you like.Of course before you do any of this make sure you have a complete restorable backup of your current boot drive. « Show Less
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When I got mine what I did was download a free copy of Macrium Reflect, then use the clone option. I had to call Microsoft to reactivate, but it was really easy (it was only on 1 computer - that's the only question they asked). Then I installed the Samsung Magician software, and told it to change all of Window's settings to maximum performance for a SSD.
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go to samsungs site n download (updated) transfer software and using a usb to sata adapter (Anker makes a great one!)..transfer in roughly 20 minutes, if not less
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Do you have a Windows 8 CD? If so, it's the same as previous Windows installations (or any OS for that matter). Install the SSD, insert the CD and change your primary boot device to your DVD drive via your BIOS. When it boots, you'll be greeted with the Windows installer. From there, you can choose what drive to install it on (assuming you have more than just the single SSD), and then all you have to do is change your boot device to match your SSD.
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Hi Really depends on the age of your machine. This version is for system builders, meaning you'd have to wipe windows xp and install win7 fresh. This won't upgrade an existing windows installation. If your machine is older than 4 years, I'd suggest a new machine. The install took 15gb of my hard disk
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I do not know the answer to that actually... Sorry... I am fine using the windows 8, not sure what all the fuss was about...
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It is 64-bit. The only problem with it is it comes with Windows 8. I rue the day I got Windows 8 and yearn for return of Windows 7. Microsoft pulled a real goof with Windows 8.
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The new machine came with Windows 8.1 installed, but it was not Windows 8.1 Pro. All I did was buy the Pro upgrade and install it. The upgrade is not a CD. All you get is serial number that you enter during the upgrade process. So you have a choice, buy the serial number on line and get it immediately or buy the serial number that comes in the box and upgrade after receiving the box.
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I have this motherboard (FM2-A75MA-E35) and the X4 750K (AD750KWOHJBOX), and I managed to successfully install Windows 7 Home Premium 64 Bit. What does the error say? This problem sounds like a hard drive error to me.
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Hello, Windows 7 Pro 64bit is installed on the computer. Best regards, Amuras
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A 64 bit windows install is the norm today compared with 32 bit installations. I don't remember reading anything that would lead me to believe that there would be any problem. My advice, go for it. This board is inexpensive and has worked for me without a hitch. Peace.
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The first thing I did with mine was to swap in a SSD, so similar situation with a new blank drive. The Windows 8 activation is in the hardware so just get a copy of the Windows 8 installer (friend's disc or download the ISO and burn a disc or USB from another computer). Once installed you'll have to use the hard-line Ethernet to update Windows (WiFi won't be working at this point). Once all the Windows Updates are done put in the model number on Asus's support site for the rest of the software and drivers. Then run Windows Update one more time just in case. At least that's how I spent my first Saturday with mine.
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Windows 8 64 bit comes prep installed. If you have any further questions please feel free to ask.
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With a full 64 bit disc available, you can install the 64 bit version on your 64 bit capable PC. HOWEVER, this is not an upgrade - it is a clean install. This means that everything on your PC is wiped clean and you need to reinstall all your programs, as well as reintroducing your data (emails, pictures, etc.). An upgrade is something that MS allows ONLY 32 bit to 32 bit or 64 bit to 64 bit. Under this scenario, you would not have to do anything with programs or data - they would all continue as before. Therefore, to change to 64 bit from 32 bit is NOT a simple matter, and requires preplanning. Personally, I feel MS should provide this upgrade path but they do not (even for a fee).
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If you had a 32 bit version of Windows already installed when downloading Windows 8 (as an upgrade) the system will download the 32 bit version. This is because you can't upgrade a 32 bit operating system to a 64 bit version. You have to do a clean install.
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It comes with Windows 7 64-bit. I would never buy a computer with Windows 8!
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Only if your computer can handle the 64 bit version. You will need to check this with the computer manufacturer's website for your model. If you have the 32 bit version of Windows 7, there is a good chance that you will need to upgrade to the 32 bit version of Windows 8.1. But the good news is that the Windows 8.1 Full Version includes both 32 bit and 64 bit disks so if the 64 bit doesn't load on your machine you can just use the 32 bit version.
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I have not installed Windows 8 on any of my systems. I can not provide any knowledgable answer.
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Not on my computer. The HFS4WIN.exe file won't install on Windows 8. I spoken with 3 different people in Seagate support and get nowhere. I think they are aware of the problem but don't seem to know how to fix it.
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Hello Janet, my computer came with Windows 8 installed, but automatically updateted to 8.1. Windows is original so you can update to the last versión of Windows ay no cost.