Going back to Windows 7 from Window 8 and 8.1?

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christinebcw
You definitely should ensure there are Win7 drivers for your computer before doing anything else. Some Mfr's haven't done that, and might not. So check.

Assuming that's all done, then backup every file you want to keep. I assume you have all the program-disks for their complete reinstallation, too, yes? That's important.

Then just wipe out the hard-drive and install a new copy of Win7-whatever.

One other note... laptop hard-drives are relatively cheap - $50-100. I'd consider buying a new HDD with my Win7 purchase, then removing the existing Win8x hard drive, stick in the new one and install Win7. That way, in case something didn't work, I'd have my original hard-drive intact.
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my friend. i know what this guy means. i got windows 8.1 and i also have windows 7 ultimate 64 bit.
windows 8.1 doesnt let us install any version even when you try to overright windows 8.1 with windows 7.
windows 8.1 is bs
 
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Unfortunately, most laptop manufacturers include drivers with the OS. If you went with Windows 7 the safest way would be to back up everything, zero the hard drive and install Windows 7 - however, you would still need drivers. You are locked into what the Microsoft and the laptop company wants to force on you.

Contact the manufacturer and ask if they have Window 7, including drivers, for your laptop.
 
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You definitely should ensure there are Win7 drivers for your computer before doing anything else. Some Mfr's haven't done that, and might not. So check.

Assuming that's all done, then backup every file you want to keep. I assume you have all the program-disks for their complete reinstallation, too, yes? That's important.

Then just wipe out the hard-drive and install a new copy of Win7-whatever.

One other note... laptop hard-drives are relatively cheap - $50-100. I'd consider buying a new HDD with my Win7 purchase, then removing the existing Win8x hard drive, stick in the new one and install Win7. That way, in case something didn't work, I'd have my original hard-drive intact.
 
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