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08-19-2007, 09:11 PM
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Buying new System, can i use old OS disk?
I've ordered a new System as mine has been getting out of date. I ordered all the components necessary discluding a Graphics Card (have one) and the Operating System.
But.. Something has come to my attention and slightly worried me. The XP Installation disk i have is an upgrade, does this mean i cannot install it onto the new System? |
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08-19-2007, 09:26 PM
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Nope, however you can get a disk for about $100 from NewEgg (£50 from eBuyer) that's a fully legal full install edition.
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08-19-2007, 09:40 PM
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Ok then, thankyou. Can anyone clarify for me that this is the full installation and not just an upgrade:
http://www.ebuyer.com/UK/product/114048 |
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08-19-2007, 09:49 PM
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Yep, that just doesn't have a manual and support, which is poor anyway.
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