Help....need to upgrade to XP PRO

[Vanessa]

I purchased a Compaq computer with Windows XP
preinstalled. After contacting HP I realize I do not have
the installation CD for Windows XP because they only
contract with Microsoft to preinstall the operating
system. If I had the CD's I could upgrade to XP Pro from
the CD's for free. I currently need the XP PRO for my
home business. Does anyone have any suggestions

 

[Carey Frisch [MVP]]

No, you cannot upgrade from XP Home to XP Pro "for free".
You'll need to purchase the "retail, upgrade version" of XP
Pro and select the default "upgrade" option during setup.

--
Carey Frisch
Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User

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| I purchased a Compaq computer with Windows XP
| preinstalled. After contacting HP I realize I do not have
| the installation CD for Windows XP because they only
| contract with Microsoft to preinstall the operating
| system. If I had the CD's I could upgrade to XP Pro from
| the CD's for free. I currently need the XP PRO for my
| home business. Does anyone have any suggestions