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J1mbo
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Virtuoso

Keys to install Windows 7 in a VM

Morning

I just tried to run up a WIndows 7 VM for testing but it says the key I have is not valid (3-pack Home Premium key, which worked OK on two physical machines).

Is a Pro or Enterprise (or even VECD) key is needed when installing as a VM?

Thanks

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sabya1232003
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Enthusiast

The Lic keys have no dependency on the installation of Windows 7.

may be there is some specific h/w its looking for ...better to check the HCL for Win 7

J1mbo
Virtuoso
Virtuoso

Thanks for the reply.

Turns out the license is an upgrade license, so I needed to install XP first. Odd as the two physical machines were installed over Win7 Beta and didn't prompt.

Cheers

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