is this a legitimate copy of windows 8.1 pro?

[anoori9000]

http://www.a2zsoftmall.com/windows-8-1-pro-pack-32-64-bit/

$65 dollars. Is it safe, is it real? OEM or Retail? Thanks.

 

[ThatVietGuy]

Most likely fake.

 

[anoori9000]

Most likely fake.

Thought so. Also a quick question. I was specifically told that by a Microsoft rep that i could download installation media form here: http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-8/create-reset-refresh-media

And activate my windows after i bought a key. My windows hasnt been activated yet, and i was never prompted for a key during installation, or when creating the installation media FROM WINDOWS. I plan on buying one. I spoke to another rep today and he said I was a pirater and that he would shut down my PC if I didnt uninstall windows and call authorities to get me arrested for fraud? Is what he said true. How can we trust reps if they tell us two totally different things??? I am feeling paranoid! 0_o

 

[photonboy]

The above links is perfectly LEGAL, so you're fine as long as you purchased a legal key for the install disc.

Not sure what happened with that rep but it sounds like he doesn't know what he's talking about.

*My advice is just buy an official disc online. It's $128 from some stores->
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/microsoft-os-fqc06950

You can get the non-Pro version for as low as $90 after rebate so make sure you would benefit from the Pro version anyway.

Other:
An alternative is to use Windows 10 Technical Preview. It's not nearly as stable, but it may work just fine for you and it's free for now.

 

[anoori9000]

The above links is perfectly LEGAL, so you're fine as long as you purchased a legal key for the install disc.

Not sure what happened with that rep but it sounds like he doesn't know what he's talking about.

*My advice is just buy an official disc online. It's $128 from some stores->
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/microsoft-os-fqc06950

You can get the non-Pro version for as low as $90 after rebate so make sure you would benefit from the Pro version anyway.

Other:
An alternative is to use Windows 10 Technical Preview. It's not nearly as stable, but it may work just fine for you and it's free for now.

Thanks! The reason i have pro is because I originally had a key from DreamSpark but now i do not have the opportunity to get it again. Since I installed Pro thinking i could use my key, Im stuck with it because I already set it up. Can I use a normal 8.1 key? Or will I have to re install the normal one? Thanks. My week has been going horrible. First a problem with my PC. Then had to re install windows. now my key is bad. WHATS NEXT! FML!

 

[orlbuckeye]

http://www.a2zsoftmall.com/windows-8-1-pro-pack-32-64-bit/

$65 dollars. Is it safe, is it real? OEM or Retail? Thanks.

 

[jaimelmiel]

http://www.a2zsoftmall.com/windows-8-1-pro-pack-32-64-bit/

$65 dollars. Is it safe, is it real? OEM or Retail? Thanks.

It is a download. I would not do it. You want an OEM with the disc and key.

 

[orlbuckeye]

http://www.a2zsoftmall.com/windows-8-1-pro-pack-32-64-bit/

$65 dollars. Is it safe, is it real? OEM or Retail? Thanks.

It is a download. I would not do it. You want an OEM with the disc and key.

Down below under related products it's 65.00 for the media and the license which mean you get a DVD. Windows is available all over the place to be downloaded. You paying for the license not the media.
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[jaimelmiel]

http://www.a2zsoftmall.com/windows-8-1-pro-pack-32-64-bit/

$65 dollars. Is it safe, is it real? OEM or Retail? Thanks.

It is a download. I would not do it. You want an OEM with the disc and key.

Down below under related products it's 65.00 for the media and the license which mean you get a DVD. Windows is available all over the place to be downloaded. You paying for the license not the media.
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You want the media disc in case you need to reinstall in the future. Unless he already has a Disc. Which he does not.

 

[anoori9000]

http://www.a2zsoftmall.com/windows-8-1-pro-pack-32-64-bit/

$65 dollars. Is it safe, is it real? OEM or Retail? Thanks.

It is a download. I would not do it. You want an OEM with the disc and key.

Down below under related products it's 65.00 for the media and the license which mean you get a DVD. Windows is available all over the place to be downloaded. You paying for the license not the media.
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You want the media disc in case you need to reinstall in the future. Unless he already has a Disc. Which he does not.

I do have a disc. I downloaded the ISO. I ended up buying the students version for 70 bucks on the MS site with my sisters college address. Havn't been in college for a while now.

 

[anoori9000]

Thanks everyone! I bought the 70 dollar 8.1 pro for students of the MS website and it was all good. My little sister in college lent me her email to get it. Thanks everyone!

 

[pcmusic]

I purchased the most legitimate looking BRAND NEW sealed copy of Windows 8.1 Pro Full Version on eBay for $119. It won't activate. I am told by Microsoft support that it is NOT a legitimate Product Key. Unfortunately, I have no recourse with the creep that sold it or Ebay because the 30 day period has expired. BUYER BEWARE.

http://www.a2zsoftmall.com/windows-8-1-pro-pack-32-64-bit/

$65 dollars. Is it safe, is it real? OEM or Retail? Thanks.

 

[anoori9000]

I purchased the most legitimate looking BRAND NEW sealed copy of Windows 8.1 Pro Full Version on eBay for $119. It won't activate. I am told by Microsoft support that it is NOT a legitimate Product Key. Unfortunately, I have no recourse with the creep that sold it or Ebay because the 30 day period has expired. BUYER BEWARE.

http://www.a2zsoftmall.com/windows-8-1-pro-pack-32-64-bit/

$65 dollars. Is it safe, is it real? OEM or Retail? Thanks.

MORE THAN A YEAR OLD.

 

[orlbuckeye]

http://www.a2zsoftmall.com/windows-8-1-pro-pack-32-64-bit/

$65 dollars. Is it safe, is it real? OEM or Retail? Thanks.

Windows itself isn't legit ot not legit. The license is what determines if it is legit. I would assume if you purchased the seller is the one in the wrong if the key is not valid. Mostly they told you i twas avalid key in their marketing.