fear wrote:
> I just bought a copy of office XP Samll Business edition, and when I
> try to install it on a second computer (Win XP Pro) it says that it's
> already in use. Is SBE different from other versions in that you
> cannot install it on 2 computers at once?
Yep. The SBE is OEM only and is forever tied to the *FIRST* system it's
installed on - and cannot be installed on any other - whether it's removed
from the first or not. Once it's installed - and activated - that's it. If
the computer then explodes the next day, it cannot be reused, you would have
to purchase another copy.
Just to clarify - all other Office flavours can be installed on two
computers providing they are different types - i.e. one desktop and one
laptop - and aren't in simultaneous use. If you wish to install on two
desktops or two laptops you are required to purchase a second licence.
Re: Putting previously purchased copy of XP on another laptop ... I am wanting to upgrade to a new laptop.... Whats the deal with registering with microsoft when I try to install... Registration is a marketing and support information tool, activation is intended to limit installations to what's specified in the license agreement - one system install per license key. ... If you want to keep using your XP install on the previous system, you do need to purchase a second license. ... (microsoft.public.windowsxp.general)
Re: Compatibility question - WordPerfect ? ... is a teacher at a recognised educational establishment, you could purchase... Office 2003 Students and Teachers Edition which you may install and activate ... could use that to install it on wife's laptop.... (microsoft.public.word.newusers)
Re: Help with buying additional license ... Your limited mobility is not a problem, since you can purchase a copy of Windows XP over the internet and have it delivered directly to your home. ... I recently purchased a used Compaq laptop running XP Pro, but did not receive any software installation disks. ... This afternoon I reformatted the hard drive and loaded a fresh install from my existing XP CD to confirm the crash was software related not hardware related, and that the laptop would function with a retail version of XP as opposed to the HP-Compaq proprietary version, but I have not activated this second install because I only have a single user license. ... I would prefer to purchase a second license online directly from Microsoft rather than buying a second package from a retailer. ... (microsoft.public.windowsxp.newusers)
Re: Upgrades to 2 computers ... would not let me install the program on the second computer - even though ... Had to purchase program new ... purchased for your laptop is only installed on the laptop and if it was a ... could use the Office Profession disc you purchased for your laptop ... (microsoft.public.officeupdate)
Re: Upgrades to 2 computers ... When I purchsed a laptop a few ... Had to purchase... you should be able to install on your new desktop after ... (microsoft.public.officeupdate)
