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Any way to get setup files from an existing, preinstalled version on my laptop?

PierreCCesario
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Hi. Is there any way to install Windows 8 on a new computer by getting setup files from a currently installed (preinstalled when I bought the laptop) version on my laptop?

I really want to save money on my PC by getting Windows for as little money as possible.

Thanks :)

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Hi. Is there any way to install Windows 8 on a new computer by getting setup files from a currently installed (preinstalled when I bought the laptop) version on my laptop?

I really want to save money on my PC by getting Windows for as little money as possible.

Thanks :)

little eh? 

The Answer is no, btw.

 

 

 

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little eh?

The Answer is no, btw.

Oops! Didn't see that. xD. Thanks anyway.

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While its possible to pull the install files off the PC to make a backup in windows 8; generally it will only re install onto the same base system (usually tied to motherboard).

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While its possible to pull the install files off the PC to make a backup in windows 8; generally it will only re install onto the same base system (usually tied to motherboard).

Oh.. Well that's unfortunate. Any other way you know to get Windows cheap?

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Its listed for $45USD for 8.1 or $39USD for 8 (which should get a free upgrade to 8.1) on http://www.kinguin.net/I have bought games from them in the past without issue; But results will vary by seller.

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