Installation of XP Home on different computer

[Guest]

I purchased a computer and had Windows XP preinstalled on it by the custom
OEM. They preloaded XP Pro instead of Home and gave me an unopened Home CD.
First, can I fix any problems that may arise with my Home CD? And also, can I
use the Home CD to load on my nephews computer that has ME on it? He doesn't
have a copy of ME nor do either of us really have the money to buy a copy.

 

[kurttrail]

I purchased a computer and had Windows XP preinstalled on it by the
custom OEM. They preloaded XP Pro instead of Home and gave me an
unopened Home CD. First, can I fix any problems that may arise with
my Home CD?

Nope. You would need a Pro CD for repair purposes. It sounds as if you
are dealing with a disreputable OEM.

And also, can I use the Home CD to load on my nephews
computer that has ME on it?

Only as a clean install, if the Home CD is an OEM version.

He doesn't have a copy of ME nor do
either of us really have the money to buy a copy.

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[Jupiter Jones [MVP]]

No, you can not fix a pro problem with a Pro CD.

What OS was supposed to be installed on the computer?
What version is the Product Key for?
If Pro contact the OEM for the correct CD and Product Key is applicable.

You have a single license for Windows XP whatever version it is.
You can not also install it on another computer and abide by the EULA.

Depending on how the OEM set up the CD, it may not be possible to install on
a different computer.




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[Guest]

Nope. You would need a Pro CD for repair purposes. It sounds as if you
are dealing with a disreputable OEM.


Only as a clean install, if the Home CD is an OEM version.


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The OEM is reputable, it was the guy working that day that wasn't. Later
that afternoon the owner called and asked if I had paid in cash, I said yes
and asked why, he said it wasn't logged but the guy had left before the next
shift came in and had taken the $800 I had paid with him. So loading the Pro
and giving me the Home CD was actually just a thief quickly freeing himself
of a would-be witness. And I was also planning a clean install. But as far
as the activation time limit. If something were to happen to my computer like
my hdd frying or something, would I be able to use my Home CD on my computer
for another clean install?

 

[Guest]

Windows XP Home was supposed to be installed, but the OEM used a central
computer/server to load XP Pro instead.
The Product Key I have is for a Home CD which has never been used because
they just handed me an unopened copy since that's what I purchased with my
computer.
I don't think they'll give me the product key for the Pro version they used
since they use that to preload all computers they sell that customers want
Pro on. It's just the associate who did the work decided that was going to be
his last day, and after he hurriedly processed my order, he took off shortly
after I paid taking my $800 in cash with him. I found that out from the
owner who called me that evening. At least the thief gave me a receipt, heh.
I don't think my Product Key has been registered with Microsoft so I
probably could actually use it for a clean install on my nephews computer and
try to obtain a Pro disk for myself.

 

[Jupiter Jones [MVP]]

You have Pro installed but you do not have a license for Pro.
You still only have one valid license.
Your one license is still tied to the original computer even though the
manufacturer made a mistake with the installation.




"Guyver Ryu of the Kingdom of Confusion"

 

[T. Waters]

Guyver, do not listen to this nonsense! This MVP is splitting hairs that
nobody else can even see! However, if you happen to agree with JJ that the
MS EULA is Holy Writ, then perhaps you really ought to put the XP Home on
your new machine and no other.
The choice is entirely your own.

 

[Jupiter Jones [MVP]]

Nice how you can criticize my post without posting anything specific I said
incorrectly.
Can you add anything constructive, or can you only criticize?
The EULA is not "Holy Writ" as you suggest.
But it is an agreement.
You may not honour agreements you make, but to others an agreement means
something.

 

[T. Waters]

You insist on equating the obeying of every preposterous nuance of the EULA
with morality! There is a post from Kerry Brown here stating that the tying
of OEM versons to the original machine is (per MS) for the purpose of
freeing the OEM from supporting any other OS that might be subsequently
installed on the computer they sold. Sounds bogus to me, but that is what MS
says.
Do you think, after all the OP has been through with this custom builder,
that he intends to have an ongoing relationship with them when it comes to
OS support? And if he does intend to do so, wouldn't you think they might
owe him something for the bizarre stuff he has been through at their hands?
That is the only relevant issue, and again, it does not come down to
morality.
PS: I have been known to jaywalk, so I guess that makes me almost as bad as
a EULA violator.

 

[Jupiter Jones [MVP]]

I do not know what the OP intends to do and it is not really relevant,
however you are free to continue making assumptions for the OP.
The OP asked a question and I answered.
The OP asked another and I answered, you insulted, good for you.

 

[Bruce Chambers]

The OEM is reputable, it was the guy working that day that wasn't. Later
that afternoon the owner called and asked if I had paid in cash, I said yes
and asked why, he said it wasn't logged but the guy had left before the next
shift came in and had taken the $800 I had paid with him. So loading the Pro
and giving me the Home CD was actually just a thief quickly freeing himself
of a would-be witness. And I was also planning a clean install. But as far
as the activation time limit. If something were to happen to my computer like
my hdd frying or something, would I be able to use my Home CD on my computer
for another clean install?

Under the circumstances, you'd be wise to ensure that you've a
legitimate license for WinXP Pro installed before doing anything else;
you may end up needing need that WinXP Home CD/license.


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