Windows pre-order - Page 2

NokkonWud · 14-07-2009, 23:38

They do tie it to Motherboards, but I've also replaced a full PC before, re-installed the same OEM and rang to explain it and they've passed it.

Zico · 14-07-2009, 23:38

Is it just me or is the Microsoft Store knackered?

Glaucus · 14-07-2009, 23:39

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zico

Is it just me or is the Microsoft Store knackered?

It does load, it's just being hit hard.

Nutcase · 14-07-2009, 23:47

Ain't it just! The impression I get is windows 7 is worth it?

divine · 14-07-2009, 23:44

I don't have any valid keys for XP/Vista, if it turns out I absolutely can't use the pre orders, i'll sell them or something. None of the retailer sites as yet have any mention of this though, which is another reason i'm avoiding the MS store.

Del Lardo · 14-07-2009, 23:46

mmm, the snob in me says Professional but no way am I paying £50 for automatic backups, joining domains and XP compatibility mode as I suspect that I would end up only using automatic backups

Mark · 14-07-2009, 23:47

Keep getting 'server too busy' errors. I'm not convinced the offer is limited by quantity so I'm not sure what the rush is.

I've got an MS Store account so may as well quidco it. Given that I need three licenses - at least one pro (probably two), it'll be worth it.

Glaucus · 14-07-2009, 23:49

I don't think there's a huge rush. But apparently japan sold out within a few days. But no idea if it's true. I'm up anyway, so safer to get it now then spend almost £100+ per copy later on,

divine · 15-07-2009, 00:04

eBuyer are up - £44.99 for HP, £80 for Pro.

Mark · 15-07-2009, 00:06

Nice. There were rumours that Pro would be about £80. Makes the decision easier, though I've changed my mind and would prefer a confirmed 'payment on ship' supplier (I'll still take Quidco if there's the option).

14-07-2009, 23:38	#1
NokkonWud BD Recruitment Officer Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Smogville Posts: 3,880	They do tie it to Motherboards, but I've also replaced a full PC before, re-installed the same OEM and rang to explain it and they've passed it. __________________

14-07-2009, 23:38	#2
Zico Shacked up with the Archbishop Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Canterbury Posts: 378	Is it just me or is the Microsoft Store knackered? __________________ 360 Blog - My Flickr - TopCashBack Link

14-07-2009, 23:44	#5
divine Moonshine Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Southampton Posts: 3,201	I don't have any valid keys for XP/Vista, if it turns out I absolutely can't use the pre orders, i'll sell them or something. None of the retailer sites as yet have any mention of this though, which is another reason i'm avoiding the MS store. __________________

14-07-2009, 23:49	#8
Glaucus Absinthe Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 1,855	I don't think there's a huge rush. But apparently japan sold out within a few days. But no idea if it's true. I'm up anyway, so safer to get it now then spend almost £100+ per copy later on, __________________

15-07-2009, 00:04	#9
divine Moonshine Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Southampton Posts: 3,201	eBuyer are up - £44.99 for HP, £80 for Pro. __________________

14-07-2009, 23:47	#4
Nutcase Moonshine Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Chelmsford, innit! Posts: 3,979	Ain't it just! The impression I get is windows 7 is worth it?

14-07-2009, 23:46	#6
Del Lardo Absinthe Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Cambridge Posts: 2,539	mmm, the snob in me says Professional but no way am I paying £50 for automatic backups, joining domains and XP compatibility mode as I suspect that I would end up only using automatic backups

14-07-2009, 23:47	#7
Mark Screaming Orgasm Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Newbury Posts: 15,194	Keep getting 'server too busy' errors. I'm not convinced the offer is limited by quantity so I'm not sure what the rush is. I've got an MS Store account so may as well quidco it. Given that I need three licenses - at least one pro (probably two), it'll be worth it.

15-07-2009, 00:06	#10
Mark Screaming Orgasm Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Newbury Posts: 15,194	Nice. There were rumours that Pro would be about £80. Makes the decision easier, though I've changed my mind and would prefer a confirmed 'payment on ship' supplier (I'll still take Quidco if there's the option).