If I install windows XP can I reinstall it on the same computer without having to buy another copy? Also If I buy another computer can I install it on that computer with out buying another copy? If I switch out parts of the computer (motherboard, hard drive, etc.) what are the limits on that?
2007-06-10 06:46:06 · 4 answers · asked by Patrick N 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Software
what about OEM versions?
2007-06-10 07:00:52 · update #1
also i have some conflicting answers here so please have some sources
2007-06-10 07:02:24 · update #2
Win XP is designed for single computer only. After installation, Microsoft will require you to register the XP copy to their site. Unknowing to you they also get other info about your computer such as motherboard, processor, etc. So if you try to register again the same serial with different specs, it will recognize as an unauthorized copy and will reject your 2nd registration.
2007-06-10 06:55:07 · answer #1 · answered by Alex T 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
1. Yes, if a legal version.
2. If Windows is an OEM version, No. If Windows is NOT an OEM version, yes, if you remove XP from the other PC.
3. You may have to call Microsoft to Activate, if Windows is NOT an OEM version.
OEM = Original Equipment Manufacturer.
2007-06-10 13:54:59 · answer #2 · answered by ELfaGeek 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes & Yes.
U can reuse your copy / serial number as many times on teh same machine. However you can only have (1)One copy of it running.
IE: only 1 machine using your serial.
2007-06-10 13:49:31 · answer #3 · answered by Funky G 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes if u have the windows xp CD, you have unlimited installation. meaning u can install to as many computers as u want, but be careful on installing, you don't want too many partitions on your computer.
2007-06-10 13:50:13 · answer #4 · answered by Nerdyz 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋