Re: Can I install Windows Vista on another computer after decommis

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Just install the retail version of Vista that you have on another computer.
You will have to do a phone activation, as you will get a "key already in
use".

Then install an Operating System on the computer in question, deleting the
existing Vista partition, formatting, etc.

Or use Boot and Nuke:
http://www.dban.org/about
--
Mad Mike


"Bonanza" wrote:


I’ve decided to throw in the towel after spending far too many
hours trying to debug Vista64 Home Premium issues on a brand new
machine. It’s a full retail copy – how do I decommission it
in the unlikely event that I would want to install it on another
computer?


--
Bonanza
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