Wrong here is the info: With windows 7 OEM the license is tied to the first motherboard it's installed on.With Windows 8.1 (No more OEM versions) you can move it to another build when you are done with this one, but only one computer at a time.With Windows 8.1 you can change all the hardware you want including the motherboard. OEM versions of Windows 7 are identical to Full License Retail versions except for the following: - OEM versions do not offer any free Microsoft direct support from Microsoft support personnel - OEM licenses are tied to the very first computer you install and activate it on - OEM versions allow all hardware upgrades except for an upgrade to a different model motherboard - OEM versions cannot be used to directly upgrade from an older Windows operating system Microsoft.com ^ OEM vs. Retail OEM Windows 7 comes preinstalled on computers. This is the cheapest way to buy windows. Large PC manufacturers like Dell, HP etc. (collectively called royalty OEMs) install windows on millions of such PCs. The main characteristics of such systems are: The license agreement and support agreement is between you and the PC maker, not MS.

Activation by the end user is not required. Windows is preactivated at the factory by the OEM using images and standard SLP keys. Your copy of windows is locked to that PC. The license is not transferable. OEM system builder is what you get when you buy from say Newegg or from a local 'white box' vendor.

It too has the characteristics of Royalty OEM windows. Although it is possible for an individual to buy a System Builder copy, the license requires that the software be installed using the OPK (OEM preinstall kit) and then resold. Retail version is what you buy from a retailer like Amazon or Bestbuy. Its a full price version that comes packaged in a retail box with a retail product key. It has to be activated online via MS servers using the key on the box, it is not tied to the PC it was first installed on, though it can only be used on a single computer at a time.

Microsoft Office Visio 2007 Download Trial. And, MS directly provides the support for it. It is also more expensive than OEM copies.

I've got a Dell Latitude E6410 Laptop with a Windows 7 Professional OS installed on it which needs a fresh win install on it. I would like to download a win ISO since I haven't got the wi. Thisisjustincase: I looked at your link (but don't see a link to download the ISO.I do see 3 links but those require purchase. Since I own a DELL that came with Windows 7 then I would expect a link that I don't.

As far as functionality is concerned, theres no difference between any of the versions above, given any specific edition (i.e. Between OEM pro and retail pro, or between OEM ultimate and retail ultimate). Sevenforums. Guide For Detecting Drunk Drivers At Night more. com Windows 8 is a whole different ballgame. License agreement for the transfer of a Windows 8 license. To clear up a response: You cannot buy 'Windows 7 OEM' for your brand computer anyways. It is possible to buy an OEM Recovery disc (Dell or HP) and an inactive OEM COA separately then take your chances.

Windows 8.1 OEM is very different. No COA sticker. Locked into a chip on the motherboard (not the BIOS).

You could transfer the license to an identical motherboard. You CAN buy the System Builder version and do more steps to activate, and a COA sticker is included. It can be transferred, one use at a time..

Maybe that is what you meant by 'OEM.' Windows 7 will read: 'Windows 7 Pro OA' Windows 8.1 similar. Another option is to try out Windows 10 for FREE as it is very similar to Windows 8.1. The only issue is drivers in the Preview or what it deems to download vs one particular driver you must have.

To directly answer your question, yes, if you buy an OEM version of the same edition of Windows 7 (you cannot move from Home to Pro or vice versa) then you will be able to re-install Windows. Dell are pretty good at offering all the drivers for their laptops on their website too. However, you don't have to buy an OEM version of Windows 7 from Dell. If you can get hold of the retail version of the same edition of Windows 7 (and there are multiple ways to do this) then you can edit a file on the disk to turn it into an OEM version - which will then happily install and register using the product key attached to your laptop. Full instructions to do this can be found.