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Aurora R4, how do I set back up after both HDDs failed?
I have a backup on an external and also a new hdd. But I cant boot to it. Should I buy a restore/repair disk or a new windows disk? I dont have the original product key.
jmaan
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February 3rd, 2019 14:00
I have an alienware aurora r4 desktop and windows 7 home premium.
Tesla1856
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February 3rd, 2019 14:00
Why is the Windows CoA key sticker not on the back of the machine?
Are you the original owner?
jmaan
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February 3rd, 2019 14:00
I dont mind getting a new key I just need to know what to buy
Tesla1856
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February 3rd, 2019 14:00
What exact model do you have and what version of Windows are you trying to install?
jmaan
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February 3rd, 2019 14:00
No, and all I see is the manufaturers sticker
Cass-Ole
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February 3rd, 2019 15:00
A desktop case w/an original Alien mthrbrd, the alien-logo factory OEM 7 Sp1 DVD installs activated w/out need for a product key, typical source for new/used is eBay (when available, $10-$40 typical) or try AlienAddict's (virus-free exact copy of OEM DVD) Mega download
DVD no longer sold through Dell, u can call/chat them if they still sell it on USB
Other sources for (64bit) reinstall media that need a product key are Micro$oft & Dell
Most people burn Addict's (or M$) copy to DVD to get up & running & then decide what to do later
It's been a while since I reinstalled 7 which needed update scan patches to work, see this if need be or try google search for latest info > Post-install how to fix update scan
edit: "I dont mind getting a new key I just need to know what to buy / all I see is the manufaturers sticker"
7 product key label is inboard, see photo ... Windows 8.x PCs did not get a rear label, the product key is digitally tattooed into the Bios chip
If you have (or buy) the OEM Alien-logo DVD & have an original alien mthrbrd, ALL versions of 7 install activated (Home Pro Ultimate), you do not need a product key for any of these three versions, u just need the OEM DVD (example: desktop was originally sold w/ W7 Home > if u purchase a Pro or Ulimate OEM DVD, both will install activated, by design)(you're free to purchase & install Home Pro or Ultimate)
Alienware Multi-Language OEM Reinstall DVD Part#'s to look for:
7HP DRGYF >< 7HP SP1 T8R68 >< 7Pro SP1 0KK7H >< 7Ult SP1 W2X98
Only Alien Logo DVDs install already pre-activated onto an alien mthrbrd (& your 7 install will upgrade to W10 as normal / til time runs out)
Tesla1856
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February 3rd, 2019 19:00
Read that carefully @jmaan . :Smile:
Pretty sure Pro and Ultimate will still (just barely) qualify of free Windows-10 Pro 64-bit upgrade.
https://www.dell.com/community/Alienware-Desktops/Aurora-R7-M-2-NVMe-bootable-options/td-p/6073037
jmaan
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February 3rd, 2019 19:00
Holy cows! I found the key its there! Awesome. Now what do I just find the oem disk somewhere? Do I have to update to win 10? I would rather keep 7, but anyway thank you guys so much.
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February 3rd, 2019 20:00
1. Yep
2. If you must
3. You don't have to, but I would (especially if free-upgrade is still offered).
4. Sorry to hear that. Windows-7 is old and obsolete.
jmaan
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February 3rd, 2019 20:00
All I can find are different version of the installation disk, is this the same thing?
Cass-Ole
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February 3rd, 2019 21:00
Find an OEM disk, download the Addict copy, buy a generic Dell disk or download ISO from M$ ... buy or burn to DVD or try bootable USB stick
Support for Win7 runs out in 2020, so do free update to 10 before then; grab spare HDD, image/clone your 7 install w/Macrium Reflect onto spare drive & update that 7 clone to 10 'now' or 'soon', but u can still use the 7 drive in the meantime & plug in the new 10 drive whenever, that's part of the perk (dual-use of 7 & 10 on same machine)
I can't see your photo (it needs Moderator approval after they come to work tomorrow), someone will check your photo later when it publishes. If u encounter software / install issues, someone else will help u out
See Phillip Yip's 7 8 10 Master Guide | Tesla 7 Install Guide
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