You can upgrade your Windows 7 PC to Windows 8 with either a DVD or the Microsoft upgrade assistant tool.
Step 1: You can put the Windows 8 DVD into your PC.
You should see a blue window after a few moments.You can double-click on your DVD drive if you don't see the window.
Step 2: There are two ways to download and install updates.
It is the first choice.
Step 3: You can click next.
Important updates will now be checked by the installer.
Step 4: To download and install updates, follow the on-screen instructions.
You will be asked to enter your product key when all the updates are installed.
Step 5: Click Next to type your product key.
You received a long set of letters and numbers with your Windows 8 DVD.Depending on where you purchased Windows 8, the key may be in an email or a printed receipt.
Step 6: Check the "I accept the license terms" box if you read the terms.
Step 7: Click Accept.
Step 8: Select the items you want to save.
Pick which type of data you want to keep.Pick if you don't want to keep any of your personal files.
Step 9: Click next.
Depending on the option you selected in the previous step, you may have to perform additional tasks or restart the computer.You will see a button once everything is done.
Step 10: Click it to install.
Windows 8 will be installed soon.The computer may restart several times.You will be asked to pick a background color once Windows 8 is installed.
Step 11: Click Next to select a background color.
Step 12: You can use the express settings.
The default security settings for Windows 8 are set here.Click here if you want to change your settings.
Step 13: Make sure you have a password.
You will be prompted to enter your account if it was protected by a password.
Step 14: You can sign in with an account type.
If you want to sign up for a Microsoft account, click and follow the instructions on the screen.Click if you can access your desktop.
Step 15: The upgrade assistant is from microsoft
To download the tool, you need to make sure your Windows 7 PC is connected to the internet.When prompted, you can save it to your computer.This method will help you install and run the Upgrade Assistant tool, which allows you to purchase and install a Windows 8.1 upgrade for Windows 7.
Step 16: The upgrade assistant tool can be double-clicked.
You may have to click to give the tool permission to run.
Step 17: See compatibility details.
There are apps and drivers that are not compatible with Windows 8.1.When you are done, click.New versions and drivers can be installed to correct issues on a new operating system.
Step 18: If you want to continue with the upgrade, click Next.
There are a number of Windows 8.1 versions available for purchase.There are different options by location.
Step 19: You can order next to the version you want to purchase.
The size of the download will be included in the contents of your order.Check the box next to "Windows DVD" if you want to purchase a DVD.
Step 20: Follow the on-screen instructions if you click Checkout.
To complete the purchase, you will have to provide your contact information and enter your payment method.Once your purchase is complete, you will see a link to download Windows 8.1 as well as your product key.Place your product key in a safe place.It is necessary to install Windows 8.1.
Step 21: You can download the installer by clicking the link.
Click if prompted to start the download.It may take a while to download the big installer.
Step 22: To install Windows, double click the downloaded file.
You will be guided through the installation of the operating system.To set up your new desktop, follow the on-screen instructions to choose your settings, install the upgrade, and then set it up.