I'm not really sure if this is the right forum for asking this, but I need some help. I just built a computer on which I also ordered the Vista Home Premium 64 bit with Windows 7 coupon -OEM.
After ordering this, I got the RC version of Windows 7 which I have since installed on my computer (love Windows 7 btw). I have already loaded a lot of other programs onto the computer and spent some time finding the 64 bit drivers.
I am trying to find the easiest way to go about getting Windows 7 onto the PC.
Is it possible to return the unopened OEM Vista software for a copy of Windows 7 through newegg? The OEM versions of both are the same price, but I'm not sure if I am able to go this route. I read the return policy and it seems to be ok but I need clarification.
Even if I do that, am I still going to lose everything by installing the new Windows 7 OS? I still think it would be easier if I could just go from Windows 7 to Windows 7 and not W7 to Vista back to W7, but if its going to erase my programs anyway, then I'll do whatever.
Can anyone give me any direction on what to do? The OEM Vista software that I have is unopened as of right now.