Explore Windows 7 editions to find out which one is best for you.
Unlock the advanced features in your PC by upgrading to a different edition of Windows 7. In as few as 10 minutes, you could turn your laptop into a mini-entertainment center or give your desktop the ability to join a domain by purchasing your Windows Anytime Upgrade. The process is quick, easy, and you’ll keep your programs, files, and settings.
Windows Anytime Upgrade is only for PCs that are already running Windows 7. If you're running Windows XP or Windows Vista, you can upgrade your PC to Windows 7.
Which edition of Windows 7 are you currently running? It's easy to figure it out, if you're not sure. Next, select the edition of Windows 7 from the chart below that best matches your needs.
If you're running
Upgrade to Home Premium
Upgrade to Professional
Upgrade to Ultimate
Windows 7 Starter
Windows 7 Home Premium
Windows 7 Professional
Once you've decided on your edition, the purchase and upgrade are simple:
On your PC, open Windows Anytime Upgrade by clicking the Start button, typing Windows Anytime Upgrade in the search box, and then clicking Windows Anytime Upgrade in the list of results. Watch a brief video to see how this works.
Follow the instructions to purchase the upgrade of your choice.
To learn more, see Windows Anytime Upgrade: frequently asked questions.
You can use Windows Anytime Upgrade to upgrade from a 32‑bit edition of Windows 7 to a 32‑bit edition of Windows 7 and from a 64‑bit edition of Windows 7 to a 64‑bit edition of Windows 7, but you can’t upgrade from a 32‑bit edition of Windows 7 to a 64‑bit edition of Windows 7 or vice versa.
Windows Anytime Upgrade isn’t available in all editions of Windows 7.
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