using OS from my dell on new build?

nemix · 03-16-2008, 11:24 PM

I have a reinstallation cd for windows xp home edition sp2 and was wondering if I can use this for my new build instead of spending the 90-140 on a new one.

It the cd is not for reinstallation of programs or drivers, so this would only be for xp right? no idea really

SirKenin · 03-16-2008, 11:50 PM

Whether it's possible or not, it's not legal per the terms of the EULA.

nemix · 03-17-2008, 12:07 AM

1 OS per computer?

karma · 03-17-2008, 12:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nemix

1 OS per computer?

HI,
Yep. That's about it. If the OS is taken out of service on one computer it can be reinstalled on another one. I assure you, Microsoft knows. MS even knows and questions the situation if you make certain hardware changes like a new mother board or processor. The OS has to be re-authorized. I have been through this several times. It has always worked but it makes me nervous.

Sparky

StrangleHold · 03-17-2008, 12:22 AM

The problem is that its probable a Dell OEM CD, its just meant for that computer and it cant be installed on another custom built computer. Only on the Dell that it came with.

SirKenin · 03-17-2008, 01:39 AM

The thing with OEM software is that it's tied to the computer it was sold with. It's cheaper, but at the cost of being non-transferable and support is the responsibility of the vendor.

So yeah, unfortunately the license can't be transferred to another computer (technically anyways).

nemix · 03-17-2008, 05:40 PM

K thanks for the help I'll shop around then, still not sure if I want vista or not...

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nemix Bronze Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 70	using OS from my dell on new build? I have a reinstallation cd for windows xp home edition sp2 and was wondering if I can use this for my new build instead of spending the 90-140 on a new one. It the cd is not for reinstallation of programs or drivers, so this would only be for xp right? no idea really

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03-16-2008, 11:50 PM	#2 (permalink)
SirKenin banned Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 4,711	Whether it's possible or not, it's not legal per the terms of the EULA.

03-17-2008, 12:07 AM	#3 (permalink)
nemix Bronze Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 70	1 OS per computer?

03-17-2008, 01:39 AM	#6 (permalink)
SirKenin banned Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 4,711	The thing with OEM software is that it's tied to the computer it was sold with. It's cheaper, but at the cost of being non-transferable and support is the responsibility of the vendor. So yeah, unfortunately the license can't be transferred to another computer (technically anyways).

03-17-2008, 05:40 PM	#7 (permalink)
nemix Bronze Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 70	K thanks for the help I'll shop around then, still not sure if I want vista or not...