Reinstalling Windows 7 after installing Windows 10 (With keys?)


  1. Zander490
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    Reinstalling Windows 7 after installing Windows 10 (With keys?)


    Windows 10 was released today and I'd like to install it on my custom built desktop for testing. However, I would like to know if I can go back to Windows 7 after updating to Windows 10. I did a bit of research and found out that there was a roll back option in Windows 10 menus, but I also read that it would be available for only a month after installation. I then thought that just reinstalling Windows 7 with the original installation disc and product key would be all I needed to do to get my computer back to working order. However, a friend of mine said that windows would not let my product key be used for anything else other than windows 10 after being upgraded (at least after 30 days).

    I believe lots of people have asked similar questions, but I've had a great deal of trouble finding a definitive answer. Knowing if the same rules apply to 8.1 would also be helpful. Thanks.
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  3. Brink
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    Hello Zander, and welcome to Ten Forums.

    Your friend is mistaken, or just misunderstood part of it.

    You can't legally have both the Windows 7 and Windows 10 installed and activated at the same time since you agreed not to have the 7 key activated while the free upgrade to Windows 10 is activated.

    You will always be able to wipe the computer, clean install, and activate Windows 7 with your key. :)
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  4. Zander490
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    Well ok then! If you're sure then that saves me a big headache. Thanks. Let's hope I don't have to do all that in the first place and can enjoy the new OS.
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