If you have tried to install the new Office 15 preview on Windows 8 Consumer Preview then you have more than likely been stopped by the small window telling you that you have to have the full version of Windows 8. Well for those of us who don’t want to wait that long all you need to do is run the installer in compatibility mode for Windows 7.

To run the installer in compatibility mode follow the screenshots below:

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Source: technoobie.com