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Uninstall Windows 8.1 update

I updated my ASUS tablet to windows 8.1 and hate it. Slows my system down tremendously. How do I uninstall it and go back to windows 8? I know there is an option to enter my original product key, but I cannot find it. Is there another way?

 

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Hi TJPrachyl,

 

I would suggest you to refer to the section “Can I go back to my old operating system?” from the link below.

 

Update to Windows 8.1: FAQ

http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-8/upgrade-to-windows-8

 

Note: Apps you installed from websites and DVDs will be removed. Apps that came with your PC and apps you installed from the Windows Store will be reinstalled. Windows puts a list of removed apps on your desktop after refreshing your PC.

 

Let us know the status of the issue. If you need further assistance, please post back. We will be glad to help you.

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Sorry, I failed to mention that I didn't want my files or pics deleted.

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Thank you for the response.

 

No need to worry, your files or pictures will not be deleted. Its only apps you installed from websites and DVDs will be removed. Apps that came with your PC and apps you installed from the Windows Store will be reinstalled. Windows puts a list of removed apps on your desktop after refreshing your PC. You can try the refresh option.

 

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I installed 8.1 on my RT and really like it for desktop management.  The problem is that I can no longer look at video clips because it says I need the latest version of Flash Player, but when I go to get it, it says that I already have it.


Another problem is that I can't navigate around some websites, and am wondering if I can download Mozilla.


Thank you.


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What does that mean? That all my installed software would be GONE? Are you kidding me? I don't have DAYS to reinstall everything and go through Microsoft's ridiculous verification routines and all that **** again.

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Suemonson,

 

-What is the exact issue are you facing?

 

My response was for TJPrachyl, the discussion was about refresh option in Windows 8.

 

Reply with more information to help you better.

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My reply was also for you, TJPrachyl,.  I know what the discussion was about.   I was trying to figure out if I could uninstall Windows 8.1, which seems to be creating lots of problems for many people.  The  Windows store randomly opens repeatedly on my screen.  You seem to indicate above that "apps" would have to be reinstalled.  Are you saying installed software would be gone, such as QuickBooks, and other programs and have to be reinstalled?  What do you mean by "apps"?

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Thank you suemonson.  I thought this update was going to be awesome. Turned out to be a nightmare. I cannot find my original product key, so I feel all may be lost.


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when I installed this update it erased all of my restore points. so do I need to back everything up to a external drive then restart?

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Hi Anil

I am trying to go back to Windows RT 8 using your guidance but after the refresh I get back the same 8.1. I tried both refresh and reset recovery options but neither of them works. After the update internet connection is close to nothing so I need to go back the original version. Is there another way?

Thanks
Malik

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