Install of Windows XP

[5hulses]

I presently have an illegal copy of Windows XP Professional on my work
computer. I just purchased an legal copy...my question is can I just pop the
new disc in my CD-rom to upgrade to a legal copy, or do I have to uninstall
anything?

 

[Shenan Stanley]

I presently have an illegal copy of Windows XP Professional on my
work computer. I just purchased an legal copy...my question is can
I just pop the new disc in my CD-rom to upgrade to a legal copy, or
do I have to uninstall anything?

Try this:

The Genuine Advantage Product Key Update Tool is only valid for
users attempting to change their current non-genuine Product Key
to a genuine COA sticker or genuine Product Key - all without a
reinstall!

http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=50346&clcid=0x409

 

[WTC]

I presently have an illegal copy of Windows XP Professional on my
work computer. I just purchased an legal copy...my question is can I
just pop the new disc in my CD-rom to upgrade to a legal copy, or do
I have to uninstall anything?

Hi 5hulses,

If the legal copy purchased is Windows XP Pro then yes you can or see
Shenan's reply for a simple solution.

If the legal copy purchased is Windows XP Home then you need to perform
a clean install. Make sure you back up any important info such as email
and documents before you perform the clean install.

 

[booboo £ ¥ ‰ :)]

I presently have an illegal copy of Windows XP Professional on my work
computer. I just purchased an legal copy...my question is can I just pop the
new disc in my CD-rom to upgrade to a legal copy, or do I have to uninstall
anything?

All you should need to do is type in your new CD key, go online and
register and download authentication program and other updates.