Re: Can I Use My Copy of WinXP?


Diane wrote:

Six months ago I bought a PC (white box dealer). I bought OEM versions
of Windows XP Pro & Office with my machine. I've since moved out of
town (he's not easily accessible) and my Intel motherboard died a few
days ago. I know, it is still under warranty but I've been thinking of
switching to an ASUS board and an AMD 64 Dual Core processor. My
question is, given that my original machine came with the install CDs
and license serial numbers, can I install these copies of WinXP &
Office on the new machine configuration?

Another question, rather than having to reload everything from scratch,
could I install my "C" drive in the newly configured machine and would
Windows boot up and ask for and install the required drivers given the new machine
configuration?

Thanks,

Don



Why play games? If the computer is still under warranty and the OEM
is still in business, have it repaired under warranty. Of course, if
one knows how to do things better than the original builder and also
has the time to tinker and customize, then there is some latitude.

In response to the second question, there is, IMO, too much difference
between the original motherboard and the replacement motherboard. A
clean install of Windows XP is preferred.
.

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