Should I buy now or wait untl it ships from the factory with Windows 7 ? Why is it so hard to find in a regular store?
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I am running Windows 7 Pro 64 Bit (retail) with 4gb ram on my 1410. I can confirmed all drivers work right away - wifi, video, audio, hdmi, LAN, touchpad (though you might want to install the acer version). I have not tested the webcam but i'm sure it'll work. There is an update to the video driver and LAN. I agree with John. The dual core with the SU4100 processor should be out sometimes after windows 7 release. But the price may be over the $500 price mark. I think the SU3500 chip in the 1410 should be fine for most tasks - it can even handle 720P and 1080P files.
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I have seen new systems back loaded with windows 7, but I'm not sure if your seller has the tech support to do it. Might try somewhere like Tiger Direct where they are willing to make software changes at the time of purchase. Some of the big box retail stores like Best Buy might also do this kind software change. I don't know the technical spec's for doing it yourself, or if that is even possible. Keep up the research. Good luck WEST
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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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I believe the Microsoft store is clearing out the Windows 7 version. Amazon is selling the Windows 8 version.
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well, 7/9/08... still Pre-order only. in the meantime, the 'Egg has them in stock and shipping, but only the neutered XP/12GB version.
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I ordered a blue one this morning and at the time I ordered it said shipping within 2-5 weeks. Now it just says this item is not yet released. Was considering a Dell Mini, but Dell's prices just aren't as good and they don't have a hard drive model.
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My purchase was like new in the box. Best deal I've ever found. Thank God it came with Windows 7 Home Premium instead of Windows 8. I use it everyday with no problems. Like new when it arrived.
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I am not totally pleased with it as it came. It varied from the description given, so suspect the ad is a close description. We did some upgrading, one being installing Windows 8, to get it working better. I still have an 'unexpected shutdown' often, so far Windows has been able to correct some of the issues causing it. I would have asked for a replacement, but it would have been more of an expense so decided to accept it as a 'used' computer. You never really know what you will get until it arrives. I will not buy another 'used' computer unless I do it locally. I have purchased a new laptop from Amazon & am very happy. I am not totally pleased with it as it came. It varied from the description given, so suspect the ad is a close description. We did some upgrading, one being installing Windows 8, to get it working better. I still have an 'unexpected shutdown' often, so far Windows has been able to correct some of the issues causing it. I would have asked for a replacement, but it would have been more of an expense so decided to accept it as a 'used' computer. You never really know what you will get until it arrives. I will not buy another 'used' computer unless I do it locally. I have purchased a new... » Read More I am not totally pleased with it as it came. It varied from the description given, so suspect the ad is a close description. We did some upgrading, one being installing Windows 8, to get it working better. I still have an 'unexpected shutdown' often, so far Windows has been able to correct some of the issues causing it. I would have asked for a replacement, but it would have been more of an expense so decided to accept it as a 'used' computer. You never really know what you will get until it arrives. I will not buy another 'used' computer unless I do it locally. I have purchased a new laptop from Amazon & am very happy. « Show Less
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Mine came with Windows 8 -- BUT -- Amazon has a friendly lady you can call LIVE before you buy (I did--I spent 30 minutes comparing two different ASUS computers). I never thought to specify that I wanted Windows 7. You should call Amazon when you are ready to buy.
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Even the Creative web site doesn't have it yet, they only sell it on preorder. If it's not even on the manufacturer's website, then nobody will have it. It may come out a bit sooner there. Seems like it would be pretty stupid of Creative if they didn't put this out in good time for purchase and delivery by Christmas, that's what I'm counting on (crosses fingers). If it doesn't come out by then I may just break down and get the 8 gb version, even though this is the one I really want! Argh!
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Mine did not either, but if you're fairly knowledgeable about computers it's pretty self explanatory! Also, I feel that I should put this caution out there for you & others who may be interested in this PC even though I've been pretty happy with it up to this point: a couple times I've noticed a message in the lower right-hand corner that states this is NOT an authentic copy of Windows 7 running on the computer?!? Not sure why this message would pop-up occasionally as it does if it's not the case, but since I get free software from school I'm going to try and re-install Windows 7 from them so for me it's not a big deal, though others may want to be careful and ask about this the seller... Mine did not either, but if you're fairly knowledgeable about computers it's pretty self explanatory! Also, I feel that I should put this caution out there for you & others who may be interested in this PC even though I've been pretty happy with it up to this point: a couple times I've noticed a message in the lower right-hand corner that states this is NOT an authentic copy of Windows 7 running on the computer?!? Not sure why this message would pop-up occasionally as it does if it's not the case, but since I get free software from school I'm going to try and re-install Windows 7 from them... » Read More Mine did not either, but if you're fairly knowledgeable about computers it's pretty self explanatory! Also, I feel that I should put this caution out there for you & others who may be interested in this PC even though I've been pretty happy with it up to this point: a couple times I've noticed a message in the lower right-hand corner that states this is NOT an authentic copy of Windows 7 running on the computer?!? Not sure why this message would pop-up occasionally as it does if it's not the case, but since I get free software from school I'm going to try and re-install Windows 7 from them so for me it's not a big deal, though others may want to be careful and ask about this the seller... « Show Less
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be-sure to to use the 7 home premium (not the starter version) also win 10 will be out soon and it is a full version 7 & 8 they have added a combo of both and I think they got it right this time
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You would need a valid (unused) Windows 7 key, so most likely you'd need to buy a copy. I just did this, there are a few changes you need to make in bios to get it to install, too.
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Be careful-Dont be satisfied with the Starter version of Windows 7. I hear you then just have to upgrade and pay another $75, or more
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I've seen the price at 19.99 here too. I think Amazon was selling it for the MSRP, but other sellers are trying to take advantage of the current high demand. If I buy it here, I'm going to wait until the price goes back down again.
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I purchase it and it's nice but it does have the Internet and it looks like it's running window 95 or 98 so that tells me it's old so I'm trying to see if it can be updated through windows center but I haven't done that yet and you probably want to check before buying if it have more info on it and if you have a number to contact the people that sells it but that is good question
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This drive seems to come into stock and sell out quickly. I waited months to order mine last week. TigerDirect dot com is where I purchased mine. They apprear to still be in stock, and there's a $15 rebate. I received mine in just a few days. Good luck!