Umm I was wondering if anyone could clear up a few things about OEM software. I've never used them always the "Full" versions. I was wondering how do they work? I've also herd that if you install OEM on one computer it becomes it soulmate and only works on that computer. How does that work? What happens if you need to reformate? If you upgrade the computer? Any other information would also be greatly appreciated.
OEM Version of Windows.....
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Geoff
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The only difference between OEM and Retail is the box, packaging, and manual. The OEM version comes with the CD/DVD, quick start guide, and a piece of cardboard.
You can install an OEM version of Windows on whatever PC you want. You can have it on one, then say you sold that PC and bought another, you can install Windows on that one and have it work. But you may need to call Windows to get a new activation key if you do it to often.
You can install an OEM version of Windows on whatever PC you want. You can have it on one, then say you sold that PC and bought another, you can install Windows on that one and have it work. But you may need to call Windows to get a new activation key if you do it to often.
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Yeah, as Omega Said, the only difference between OEM and retail is that the retail is more expensive and only for the reason that you might get a proper manual and it is packeged nicer. go the OEM
Geoff
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Im not sure what you mean, it has nothing to do with the motherboard. The Windows CD can be installed on how ever many PC you want (not legally of course), but you can only activate it once, then you need to call Microsoft and get a new activation number. It doesnt have anything to do with the motherboard.