Windows 8 upgrade version conundrum

Would prob download the it from Microsoft's website, any idea how big the file size is?
 
The requirement for an older version of Windows to be installed

The requirement for an older version of Windows to be installed in order to upgrade to Windows 8 may have consequences for some users. A clean installation now, at a later point in time could, for instance, mean that users would have to install the old operating system first to reinstall Windows 8.

-Windows users who upgrade to Windows 8 should make sure they create a recovery DVD at their earliest convenience to avoid this process.

What's your take on the new requirement? Has it changed your upgrade decision?
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http://betanews.com/2012/07/04/four-things-you-really-need-to-know-about-windows-8-upgrades/
 
"Sorry, Windows 8 isn't available for online purchase in the country/region you're in."

Huzzah!
 
I guess its back to acquiring through different "means." What kuk is m$ sprouting? You cant even upgrade your computer? Steve Balmer needs a bullet between his eyes. These guys have seriously messed up there price elasticity of demand. If it where R700 for a FULL retail copy, allowing me to upgrade as many times as I want, I would buy this instantly. But throw in several strings, and Im less likely to support you.
 
jes said:
Windows 8 upgrade version conundrum

All retail versions of Windows 8 are “upgrades” for Windows 7, Vista, or XP
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Seems that Jan Vermeulen had fail as I've said over at mygaming:

http://mygaming.co.za/forum/showthr...rade-at-retail?p=707421&viewfull=1#post707421

James said:
Windows 8 only sold as upgrade at retail

There are no stand-alone versions of Windows 8 to be sold at retail
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This doesn't make sense, seems that the upgrade version is being confused with the non upgrade version. I doubt your retail normal would ask you HEY WTF WHERE IS DAS FSCKING WINDOWS ?!.

How do I buy an upgrade to Windows 8?
When you run Upgrade Assistant, if it finds that your PC is ready to upgrade, it provides a recommendation for which edition to buy, with the option to buy, download, and install Windows 8 from there.

Or if you prefer (and if it is available in your region), you can buy the upgrade as a DVD from a participating retail store. Note that if you're upgrading from a DVD, you must have Windows running on your PC when you begin the upgrade. If you'd like to reformat your hard drive, you can do so as long as you start your PC from media and then format your hard drive from within the setup experience for installing Windows, and not prior to it.

For more info about how to buy an upgrade in your region, visit the Buy Windows 8 webpage.[link]
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What is this !!! It is retailing for under 1K with max being 1,128.00 :rolleyes:
http://www.pricecheck.co.za/offers/39972403/Microsoft+Dsp+Windows+8+64-bit/

:eek: new installations and not upgrades !!! :eek:

Put what matters most right on your Start screen. Get instant access to your people, apps, and stuff, so you can spend less time searching and more time doing. Windows 8 is smooth, intuitive, and designed to let you do what you want, the way you want.

Note: This DSP version includes a license and the DVD (no packaging or manuals) and should be purchased with new hardware (New PC, Server, or authorised components) for new installations only. The primary license is only valid for the purchased hardware and cannot be transferred to a new system - it lives and dies with the purchased hardware. The image is for illustration purposes only. You cannot upgrade with this product.
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For upgrade version to clean install :cool::cool::
Step 1: Use the Upgrade Assistant to qualify the PC and pay the $40 (US)
Step 2: When the "Install Windows 8" message appears, select "Install by creating media" to create a bootable USB flash drive or an .iso (a disk image) file.
Step 3: Wait for the Assistant to download the Windows 8 Pro installation package and create the bootable media or .iso file. The flash drive must be have 3GB or more of free space available.
Step 4: Burn the .iso file, if that's the path you chose, to a blank DVD.
Step 5: Use that USB drive or DVD to boot the PC.
Step 6: When you get to the screen in Setup that asks, "Which type of installation do you want?' choose "Custom."
Step 7: Select a disk partition for the OS in the next screen. At this point, you can create a new partition if there's enough space available, or reformat the drive.
Step 8: Continue with the installation of Windows 8 Pro.


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Penquin said:
Got the same, saw from the Afrihost feedback thread, their new MTN network IP's is not SA listed yet. So if you're trying from an Afrihost account, it won't work.
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atm using Internet Solutions

Wish I could just d/l the bloody ISO and pay instead of using their crappy tool, that way I can take it home nad begin.
 
Pr⊕phet said:
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For upgrade version to clean install :cool::cool::
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Which begs the question: Can you perform that procedure using the DVD as sold by Groupon & other local retailers? It would seem silly if you couldn't but final word on this would be really really helpful right about now.
 
Oh well...I still see people buying the product on the Groupon website. I thought of cancelling my groupon, but then on the otherside I have a legal copy of Windows 7 and to spare me further drama I doubt it is worth to fighting with them about refund and just get more frustrated! Will cost me at the end much more on a telephone bill then a few products of Windows 8. Just a expensive lesson learned!
 
Ghost29 said:
I went there and it downloaded the upgrade assistant. The upgrade assistant still showed me the fee in dollars even though it said R299 on the website. On my credit card however, the fee of $39.99 has been deducted, not R299. I am pissed off to say the least.
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Lol oh no 50R more *cries*
 
So what is the best way of getting Windows 8 installed from scratch?

I need to put a PC together for my wife but I don't want to pay an arm and a leg.
 
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