

The only legal Windows 7 download available is now from Microsoft, as Microsoft has stopped DigitalRiver Windows 7 ISO downloads.īut Microsoft only provides these downloads for Windows 7 Retail Product Keys, not OEM preinstalled Product Keys (Dell, HP, etc).Īs you have a preinstalled OEM License (Dell, HP, etc), contact your Computer Manufacturer to order Recovery Media which they should supply for a small cost. Windows 7 download (for Retail ONLY) is different to Windows 8.1 and windows 10 downloads which are for OEM and Retail I have explained it below and how to get Windows 7 back. Those Windows 7 download links (Digitalriver) in the Answers link that was provided are no longer available as Microsoft stopped them ages ago. You have been given incorrect information by the Support Engineer. Let us know if you need further assistance. We recommend using Windows Easy Transfer to back up your files and settings. You can back up files to an external hard disk, a DVD or CD, or a network folder. It's sometimes referred to as a clean installation for that reason. This option replaces your current version of Windows with Windows 7, but doesn't preserve your files, settings, and programs. This option replaces your current version of Windows with Windows 7, and keeps your files, settings, and programs in place on your computer. There are two options to choose from during the Windows 7 installation process: Now initiate custom installation of Windows 7: Installing and reinstalling Windows You can get an Installation Disk created from the link below: Thanks for posting your query to Microsoft forum.
