Is vista upgrade the way to go?

[ingeborgdot]

I am going to try vista on another computer. I have read numerous articles on just getting the upgrade and using that instead of the full version. I have not read much about it lately and was wondering what people were doing. Please respond only if you have tried the upgrade process. Thanks.

 

[Arkaign]

Clean install is the way to go with Vista. I run a PC shop in a small/mid-sized TX town, and a lot of people bring in their PCs with their Retail Vista upgrade discs, after they tried installing themselves and weren't able to do it, or ran into problems afterwards.

You can use the upgrade to get a cheaper full load of Retail Vista if you want, as you can do a clean install with the upgrade media/license. Of course you must have an eligible install of Windows to start from to comply with the EULA.

Read this for the workaround :

http://www.windowsitpro.com/Ar.../95011/95011.html?Ad=1

 

[corkyg]

I have done both - upgrade and full install. After all is said and done, full, clean install is the best way to go. Upgrade can bring forth niggling problems that make Vista hard to deal with.

I didn't but the upgrade version, but got the full version through Microsoft Technet - it allows me to install either way with the same DVD. Running from within XP makes it an upgrade - booting with the DVD does a clean install.

 

[Blefuscu]

Originally posted by: Arkaign
Clean install is the way to go with Vista. I run a PC shop in a small/mid-sized TX town, and a lot of people bring in their PCs with their Retail Vista upgrade discs, after they tried installing themselves and weren't able to do it, or ran into problems afterwards.

You can use the upgrade to get a cheaper full load of Retail Vista if you want, as you can do a clean install with the upgrade media/license. Of course you must have an eligible install of Windows to start from to comply with the EULA.

Read this for the workaround :

http://www.windowsitpro.com/Ar.../95011/95011.html?Ad=1

What's the deal about buying the upgrade and then ordering another DVD? Why would they give you a discount on the upgrade version and then give you the full one for free? I don't get it. How do they verify that you already have XP before they send you the new full vista disk? Is this the full upgrade (from the amazon website):

"PLEASE NOTE: Only the 32-bit DVD-ROM is included. Inside the box, you will find instructions on how to order a 32-bit CD-ROM or 64-bit DVD-ROM directly from Microsoft for a minimal fee, including shipping and handling."
http://amazon.com/Microsoft-Wi...001&pf_rd_i=1000107841

Also used your workaround link but I don't understand this step:
7. Once the install is complete, restart the DVD-based Setup from within Windows Vista. Perform an in-place upgrade.

Does it exit to the desktop once vista is installed? Has anyone verified that this works?

 

[tuan209]

Hey,

I got the ultimate 32bit upgrade dvd through school, and was wondering how I would be able to up the 64bit? Is it even possible? If so, where and how would I do it?

 

[Hurricane Andrew]

Originally posted by: tuan209
Hey,

I got the ultimate 32bit upgrade dvd through school, and was wondering how I would be able to up the 64bit? Is it even possible? If so, where and how would I do it?

You can go to MSFT's web site and order a 64-bit disc for a small fee (I think it's like $10 or so). You'll need your CD-Key, so have it available.

 

[videopho]

Originally posted by: Hurricane Andrew

Originally posted by: tuan209
Hey,

I got the ultimate 32bit upgrade dvd through school, and was wondering how I would be able to up the 64bit? Is it even possible? If so, where and how would I do it?

You can go to MSFT's web site and order a 64-bit disc for a small fee (I think it's like $10 or so). You'll need your CD-Key, so have it available.

I'm in the same boat.
I'm interested to know whether MS lets you swap to a 64 disc from a 32 one.
From what I've heard it's a NO.

 

[soonerproud]

Originally posted by: videopho
I'm in the same boat.
I'm interested to know whether MS lets you swap to a 64 disc from a 32 one.
From what I've heard it's a NO.

Actually, you can order the 64 bit CD for $10 as was previously stated on any retail version of Vista. The same rules may not apply to an OEM copy of Vista.