I haven't had time to do much of a preview but I figured doing one of my machines would be educational.
If you don't here from me in the next few days you know it didn't go well.
At least the price wasn't too bad, $39.99 for the download, and extra 14.99 for a backup DVD and $2.49 shipping, total $57.47 for the Pro version.
Ed
Is anyone else up late downloading windows 8?
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Converted my machines a month or two ago...very pleased. Can't wait till the surface gets delivered later todayreible wrote:Downloaded, installed and running.
Ed
Mark 7, Pro Planer, Jointer, Bandsaw w/Kreg, Biscuit Joiner, Belt Sander, Jig Saw, Ringmaster, DC3300, Overarm Pin Router, Incra Ultimate setup
JWBS-14 w/6" riser, RBI Hawk 226 Ultra, Bosch GSM12SD Axial Glide Dual Compound Miter Saw
-- I have parts/SPTs available, so if you are in the Seattle area and need something let me know --
damagi AT gmail DOT com
JWBS-14 w/6" riser, RBI Hawk 226 Ultra, Bosch GSM12SD Axial Glide Dual Compound Miter Saw
-- I have parts/SPTs available, so if you are in the Seattle area and need something let me know --
damagi AT gmail DOT com
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paulmcohen
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reible wrote:I haven't had time to do much of a preview but I figured doing one of my machines would be educational.
If you don't here from me in the next few days you know it didn't go well.
At least the price wasn't too bad, $39.99 for the download, and extra 14.99 for a backup DVD and $2.49 shipping, total $57.47 for the Pro version.
Ed
Been running it for a few months, and so far I HATE IT. Where is the start button!! NO drivers for my 6 month old 8-core computer, until today and I am still missing a video driver that works with my high performance graphic card, the finger print software that I loved on Windows 7 had to be removed and IE 10 is not compatible with sites I have to use on a regular basis. The only bright size is my CutList application that did not run or install on Windows 7 runs perfectly on Windows 8. I give it a BIG FAIL.
Paul Cohen
Beaverton, OR
A 1982 500 Shopsmith brand upgraded to a Mark 7 PowerPro, Jointer, Bandsaw (with Kreg fence), Strip Sander, Ring Master and lots of accessories all purchased new
12" Sliding Compound Mitre Saw, 1200 CFM DC
Beaverton, OR
A 1982 500 Shopsmith brand upgraded to a Mark 7 PowerPro, Jointer, Bandsaw (with Kreg fence), Strip Sander, Ring Master and lots of accessories all purchased new
12" Sliding Compound Mitre Saw, 1200 CFM DC
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dusty
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- Location: Tucson (Wildcat Country), Arizona
I'm just beginning to get the hang of of Windows 7. I don't even want to think about another Windows upgrade. Someday maybe when a version offers something that I really, really need.
It would be interesting to hear what you who have converted expect from 8 that you don't already have.
It would be interesting to hear what you who have converted expect from 8 that you don't already have.
"Making Sawdust Safely"
Dusty
Sent from my Dell XPS using Firefox.
Dusty
Sent from my Dell XPS using Firefox.
I have been thinking about it with the price so low, but will wait until they get all the bugs out that I am sure will be in. 
Joe
520, Bandsaw, Beltsander, Delta Drill Press, Delta Lathe, Craftsman Planner/Jointer, Delta Planner, Mini "Greenie" Shorty 500
Being a VETERAN is an honor
Being a GRANDPA is priceless
520, Bandsaw, Beltsander, Delta Drill Press, Delta Lathe, Craftsman Planner/Jointer, Delta Planner, Mini "Greenie" Shorty 500
Being a VETERAN is an honor
Being a GRANDPA is priceless
Windows 8 is the ugliest GUI I've ever seen.
I'll switch to a Mac before I switch to Windows 8. And I hate Macs. (Well, "hate" may be a little strong, but I very much dislike them.)
I'll switch to a Mac before I switch to Windows 8. And I hate Macs. (Well, "hate" may be a little strong, but I very much dislike them.)
Heath
Central Louisiana
-10ER - SN 13927, Born 1949, Acquired October 2008, Restored November, 2008
-10ER - SN 35630, Born 1950, Acquired April 2009, Restored May 2009, A34 Jigsaw
-Mark V - SN 212052, Born 1986, Acquired Sept 2009, Restored March 2010, Bandsaw
-10ER - SN 39722, Born 1950, Acquired March 2011, awaiting restoration
Central Louisiana
-10ER - SN 13927, Born 1949, Acquired October 2008, Restored November, 2008
-10ER - SN 35630, Born 1950, Acquired April 2009, Restored May 2009, A34 Jigsaw
-Mark V - SN 212052, Born 1986, Acquired Sept 2009, Restored March 2010, Bandsaw
-10ER - SN 39722, Born 1950, Acquired March 2011, awaiting restoration
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Ed in Tampa
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Damagi be sure to give us a full review of the surface.
For those on Windows 8, the new interface seems to oriented toward a touch sceen. What does it buy you if you are using a mouse and keyboard?
Windows 3 Something new
Windows 3.1 good
Windows 95 fair service packs were invented
Windows 98 fair
Windows 98 SE good
Windows millenium junk
Windows xp good
Vista junk
Windows 7 good
Windows 8 if it follows trend it should be junk.
For those on Windows 8, the new interface seems to oriented toward a touch sceen. What does it buy you if you are using a mouse and keyboard?
Windows 3 Something new
Windows 3.1 good
Windows 95 fair service packs were invented
Windows 98 fair
Windows 98 SE good
Windows millenium junk
Windows xp good
Vista junk
Windows 7 good
Windows 8 if it follows trend it should be junk.
Ed in Tampa
Stay out of trouble!
Stay out of trouble!
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curiousgeorge
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- Location: Fort Worth, Texas
The only time I upgrade my OS is when I replace the computer and it comes with the new OS. At present I have my old computer with XP and my newest desktop and laptop with 7. I see no reason to spend all that money just for a few minor changes that most of the time don't even work with my existing hardware anyway. If it ain't broke...
George
Ft. Worth, TX.
Go TCU Froggies
Ft. Worth, TX.
Go TCU Froggies
