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Going Back to Windows 8

Going Back to Windows 8

For some odd reasons, Windows 10 would not activate after upgrading from Windows 8.1. I called Microsoft and they told me to reinstall Windows 8, then upgrade to Windows 8.1 and upgrade to Windows 10. Microsoft also advised me to call HP and request Windows 8 Product Key should the process failed.

Seriously?

Windows 10 is not activated

Apparently the “factory-installed” product key caused the error. The end user product key is said to be installed in the UEFI BIOS, encrypted.

I guess I’d have to spend a few more days on this project.

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System Recovery on an HP Computer

HP System Recovery

Two hours into System Recovery on an HP computer, a few more hours to go.

I had to order the Windows 8 recovery media from HP which consists of five DVDs. If only HP would let customer to download the System Recovery disk images for those who have the bandwidth.

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Whither, HP?

HP Art Thou,

From HP Press Release:

HP To Separate Into Two New Industry-Leading Public Companies

Hewlett-Packard Enterprise will define the next generation of technology infrastructure, software and services for the New Style of IT

HP Inc. will be the leading personal systems and printing company delivering innovations that will empower people to create, interact and inspire like never before

It is not entirely a surprise for HP to spin-off its PC and Printer divisions. Back in 2011, then HP CEO Leo Apotheker was looking into selling off its PC unit. After appointing Meg Whitman as CEO, HP announced that it would keep its PC Division.

HP Computers and Printers are still selling, but does it really give HP good profit margins. Of course, its lucrative printer in business is still profitable; but for how long?