Eunice Aboanor asks:
My laptop keeps giving me a message that my Windows 7 is not genuine, can I get a genuine copy online or do I have to use a disc?
More to the point – can I still buy a copy of Windows 7?
Thanks
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Daniel J. Karas
February 6, 2013I’ve seen boxes on Amazon for about $90. This is the upgrade version, though. You need to have Windows Vista or XP installed first. Not sure if the license ID carries over, though. Probably not. they also have the full version for $163
Mark Fisher
February 6, 2013You should still be able to purchase it, most of the time microsoft will allow you to go through the process online also.
Ashwin Ramesh
February 6, 2013Did you install a pirated version of Windows? Or if you know that you have installed a genuine version, maybe your computer is popping up an error here.
You could check this forum: http://www.techspot.com/community/topics/windows-7-error-this-is-not-a-genuine-copy-of-windows-7.186306/
Junil Maharjan
February 6, 2013Yes you can still buy a copy of windows 7 or you can buy a license online and just put the license on your pc.
Alan Wade
February 6, 2013If you are going to buy a Windows 7 key why not buy a Windows 8 upgrade?
I think you will it cheaper than Windows 7, at least it is where I live.
windows 8 upgrade will refuse activation if windows 7 is not genuine or not activated?
February 6, 2013You clean install with Windows 8 Upgrade easier than you can with any other upgrade media.
February 6, 2013upgrade wont activate if version that you are upgrading isn’t genuine!
February 6, 2013Jacques Knipe
February 6, 2013Usually that message pops up when you’ve installed a pirated version. It’s okay until you connect online.
The only way to get rid of it is to install a genuine copy by upgrading online or buying a physical copy from your local PC or Tech store.
ha14
February 6, 2013your laptop should have a factory recovery partition, you can use it to revert back to factory state as such everything will be formatted (so you have to do a backup of files first) and windows will be reinstalled and activated.
Jan Fritsch
February 6, 2013If your laptop shipped with Window 7 there should be a genuine certificate with the License Key somewhere on the device.
If you installed Windows 7 yourself or had someone installing it for you, you or this person should have a valid license.
If for whatever reason you did install a non-genuine copy of Windows 7 you will have to buy a license which can (still) be done at most places where they sell computers. If you do use a pirated version you will most likely have to reinstall your system to pass the genuine test even with a genuine License Key.
Switchblade Rebirth
February 6, 2013You can buy a copy of genuine Windows 7 online, or in retail stores.
My advice: If you want to save money, buy the Windows 7 System Builder.
Oron Joffe
February 6, 2013You can certainly buy discs of Windows 7 with a valid product number. They are available from a variety of online shops (e.g. Amazon).
Tai Gee
February 6, 2013You can buy at any computer store near you. Just tell them you want only genuine microsoft softwares.
Jim Chambers
February 6, 2013If Windows 7 is genuine, problem may be caused by malware. Do a quick scan of your laptop with Malwarebytes and delete any malware it finds. Reboot and do a full scan in safe mode. You may have to reactivate Windows.
PRASHANTH SINGH RATHORE
February 7, 2013Use Windows 7 loader just google it ull get this will definetly be used to make your windows 7 Genuine……!! But this is an illegal so be caerfull……..!!
yes loader is best
February 7, 2013William Lewis
February 7, 2013If the laptop was purchased with Windows 7 installed and the genuine message just now started to pop up, then you could have a virus. Try running your antivirus to see if it has any virus installed. If you don’t have an antivirus you can download malwarebytes free edition and run a scan that way. After the scanning and such is done, look under the laptop and see if there’s a Windows 7 product key. If so, you can click “Active Now” in control panel and get them to re-activate for you. If you didn’t have a product key sticker, you’re going to have to buy a new licence key. You can purchase a key from Microsoft directly or through an online retailer like newegg or tigerdirect. I hope this helps
Julia Samson
February 7, 2013A very inexpensive way to get a valid license is to advertise on Craigslist or other site. many users who buy new machines don’t want the newer operating system. Another way is to purchase a student copy at a local college.
To tell if you have a valid license, you can email Microsoft, or try updating it. Some fakes are superb and will even have a superior-looking authenticity sticker on the envelope, but your best bet is to purchase from a reputable supplier who will give you a money-back guarantee. Some credit card companies offer as a no-charge part of their service product warranties that will protect you. If the copy is a fake, just call the credit card company if the store won’t refund your money. No store wants to get involved with fraudulent merchandise criminal charges….
BTW, the current announcement shows that Windows 7 should be supported through 2020, so 7 is a good choice.
For older operating systems, look for friends who are buying new machines, or places where old machines are turned in for recycling or trash (public schools, Best Buy, curbside). You can pull the license number from one of several places. If the machine is operable, you can find it in Help, About on the start button. If the machine is not operable you may find the license number taped to the back of the machine near the serial number. In all cases you will find the license number on the issue media (CD or DVD) and on the wrapper.
Zack263
February 10, 2013Windows 8 is far better then Windows 7 under the hood and well worth the purchase price!
Anish Parameshwaran
February 10, 2013If you know someone that attends a university, students are often given free copies of licensed software, including Windows OSes.
Rama moorthy
February 10, 2013if you can afford Better backup all files , full format HD and setup Genuine win8.. else go for win XP , the original version with key is available in internet. if you cant find tell me I ll give you ..!
fritz Richard
February 11, 2013Genuine Windows 7 versions are still available in the market. You really should get a genuine one bro.
Swaggrous Emeks
February 11, 2013You can always get genuine copies of windows 7 from torrent sites…like isohunt.com
Arish Dhawan
February 12, 2013you can download windows 7 loader..it will work out for you
Roshin idi
February 12, 2013http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004Q0PT3I/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B004Q0PT3I&linkCode=as2&tag=essent0b-20
John
February 18, 2013Its very simple! Forget all those other answers, your best bet is to download a windows loader and run the software. After running the loader, choose the system name and info on it and then hit “Install”. That’s all for now, your OS will be “Genuine” forever! You’re Welcome!
Haris Demetriou
February 27, 2013You can buy one on any store that sells Microsoft products, or buy a licence from the Microsoft web page.
On the other hand, as previously mentioned, you can download a small app called windows loader from any torrent site (allways check comments and scan for viruses) and activate windows from there. This is of course not legal, but it’s up to you if you want to pay, or go for free….