Does anyone know where I can find *detailed* information about the Win7 upgrade? I'll have to install Vista first for a clean install right?

I think we can avoid installing Vista to use the Windows 7 upgrade media for a clean install. I have done this to install Vista upgrade without installing XP, and I believe we should be able to use the same technique for windows 7. I havent tried since I don't have the upgrade media yet."Here are the simple steps to perform a clean install of Vista without a previous version of Windows installed with an upgrade DVD.

1) Boot from the Windows Vista Upgrade DVD and start the setup program. 2) When prompted to enter your product key, DO NOT enter it. Click "Next" and proceed with setup.

This will install Windows Vista as a 30-day trial. 3) When prompted, select the edition of Vista which you have purchased and continue with setup.4) Once setup has been completed and you have been brought to the desktop for the first time, run the install program from within Windows Vista.5) This time, type in your product key when prompted.6) When asked whether to perform an Upgrade or Custom (advanced) install, choose Custom (advanced) to perform a clean install of Vista. Yes, this means that you will have to install Vista for a second time.7) Once setup has completed for the second time, you should be able to activate Windows Vista normally.

You can also delete the Windows. Old directory which contains information from the first Vista install." additional info is at the link below.

This article discusses the installation choices available to you for upgrading from Windows XP to Windows Vista. Do you have an upgrade copy or a full product copy of Windows Vista? This is described on the front of the Windows Vista retail box or on an online sales receipt.

With an upgrade copy, you can install Windows Vista if you already own a compliant, licensed version of Windows 2000, Windows XP, or Windows Vista. With a full copy, you can upgrade, where possible, or perform a clean installation of Windows Vista, even if no operating system is installed on your computer. Does the version of Windows currently installed on your computer allow you to perform an upgrade to the edition of Windows Vista that you purchased?

For help deciding whether to perform an upgrade or a clean installation, see the table later in this topic. Do you want to preserve your personal files, settings, and programs? Performing an upgrade preserves your personal files, settings, and programs.

Performing a clean installation of Windows Vista does not preserve your personal files, settings, and programs. You might also need to decide whether to install a 32-bit or 64-bit version of Windows Vista. For more information, see 32-bit and 64-bit Windows: frequently asked questions.

For instructions on performing an upgrade or a clean installation, see Installing and reinstalling Windows. For more information about installing and upgrading 32-bit versions of Windows, go to Installation choices for Windows Vista (32-bit) online.

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