Is it possible to get an actual windows 8 cd from HP?
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No, you only will receive a DVD that restores the hard drive to the factory image. OS cds are no longer available from the OEMs.
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Yes, if you can call the support number of the manufacture (dell, Hp,etc) you can have then ship a DVD with a operating system on it for about 10 dollars.(This is as previous post mentions will restore your system to what it was when you bought it and is only good for YOUR computer, if you try to install on different computer it will not install. You could buy a complete operating system which will then install on any computer if you ask for that from Newegg or Amazon etc but it will cost about 100 plus dollars or so).You can make your own DVD from the computer itself.................So there is no need to order one from the Manufacture in case you feel it is too difficult to burn one of your own. Yes, if you can call the support number of the manufacture (dell, Hp,etc) you can have then ship a DVD with a operating system on it for about 10 dollars.(This is as previous post mentions will restore your system to what it was when you bought it and is only good for YOUR computer, if you try to install on different computer it will not install. You could buy a complete operating system which will then install on any computer if you ask for that from Newegg or Amazon etc but it will cost about 100 plus dollars or so).You can make your own DVD from the computer... » Read More Yes, if you can call the support number of the manufacture (dell, Hp,etc) you can have then ship a DVD with a operating system on it for about 10 dollars.(This is as previous post mentions will restore your system to what it was when you bought it and is only good for YOUR computer, if you try to install on different computer it will not install. You could buy a complete operating system which will then install on any computer if you ask for that from Newegg or Amazon etc but it will cost about 100 plus dollars or so).You can make your own DVD from the computer itself.................So there is no need to order one from the Manufacture in case you feel it is too difficult to burn one of your own. « Show Less
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Have you checked on the ch web site to see if there is any answers for windows 8?
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None. You have to buy the OS separately and install it. I installed Windows 8 via a USB CD-ROM drive. There is an option to install it via USB flash drive as well - bing it to get instructions.
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of course not, there is no cd to install windows 8.1, it is saying that is compatible with windows 8.1.
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you're referring to an OS recovery disc I assume... my guess would be no. Most PCs now a days do not include that (at least not included for no additional cost), but you should have an option to create your own using blank DVD+Rs or USB flash driveLook for the HP Recovery Manager
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The fact you bought it used should not make a difference whether or not windows 8 is installed. Because it comes pre installed you won't have to pay for it. worst case scenario is you factory reset it to get access to it
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The one I received already had Windows 8 installed, but it comes with recovery discs that let you wipe it and put Windows 7 back on it.
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I simply ran the HP update software, and Windows 8.1 loaded without any additional problem (there was no need for the "key"). Have you tried going to the Microsoft Windows update page and see if you can do it directly from there?
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Yup! Check out one of the images for the box and you'll see the win 8 compatibility sticker
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HP seems to have Win 8 drivers on their site, but I no longer own this scanner so I can say if they work or not.
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I don't recall, but you can download any software/drivers you need from hp.com, free, just select the model and so forth.
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Look on the paper slip cover the Windows 8 disc was in or on the labeling on the computer case. I am out of town and can't remember what the setup was.
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Either install from the CD that accompanies the printer, or download the driver from HP.
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No, unfortunately it only comes with horrible Windows 8 pre-installed. You will need to get a copy of Office or subscribe to the cloud version.
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It is called a downgrade license. When the time comes and you want to install Windows 8, you don't have to purchase it as you already own it. If you want Windows 7 recovery disks, you will need to make them using Lenovo's software for creating them.
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Not came with win8 disc.You go control panel then action then recovery thatch it.
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Hello, You can call HP Tech Support and check if Recovery Disc with Win 7 for this model available. Best regards, Amuras