How Do I Create A Vista Recovery Disc Before Upgrading to Windows 7?
January 25th, 2010 | by admin | << News Software >>
Ray Ray asked:
I’ve just ordered my free upgrade from Vista to Windows 7. My laptop which was recently purchased came with Vista already installed on it. I want to be able to format and reinstall Windows from time to time if needed and have heard that I’ll need to create a Vista recovery disc first. Is this true and how do I do so?
Hellen
I’ve just ordered my free upgrade from Vista to Windows 7. My laptop which was recently purchased came with Vista already installed on it. I want to be able to format and reinstall Windows from time to time if needed and have heard that I’ll need to create a Vista recovery disc first. Is this true and how do I do so?
Hellen
2 Responses to “How Do I Create A Vista Recovery Disc Before Upgrading to Windows 7?”
By Yeti on Jan 29, 2010 | Reply
The “free upgrade” disc they send you may or may not require a prior Windows installation present.
The normal upgrade discs sold in the store require a prior install to go in correctly, but some of the “free upgrade” things they’re sending out don’t, and I believe they’re simply sending normal OEM versions.
Just in case, since you have the prior legitimate OS, you could use the following tutorial. You shouldn’t need a Vista recovery disc if you don’t already have one.
By Wilvin on Jan 30, 2010 | Reply
I wouldn’t recommend formatting and reinstalling your OS on a regular basis unless you have your files backed up, you are willing to reinstall all your programs, and reapply settings.
Anyway, since you’re going to be installing Windows 7, you shouldn’t need a Vista Recovery disc but rather a Windows 7 recovery disc, unless you are planning on reinstalling Vista and not Windows 7. I’m pretty sure that you can use the Windows 7 DVD that you will be receiving to reinstall your OS. If it’s only a upgrade DVD, you can still reinstall your OS, but you will have to put the DVD in after you boot into Windows 7. Make sure you have access to your product key.