Re: Hardware upgrade - use existing XP pro install CD?

Andrew E. wrote:
> Whoever gave you that info missed some broad strokes.While the oem
> will function as a retail copy of xp,it will not transfer to any other
> board.That cd
> will only function with that dell board,the processor could be
> upgraded,and add-ons will be ok,but youre project comes to a big halt
> with the mb.
>

Bullsh*t! I've installed Dell OEM XP on non-Dell computers.

I bet you NEVER tried to do it, so you are just talking out of your ass!

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