Installing Windows XP Pro

[Guest]

I was given a few unused computers by my work a few weeks ago.

Before I took them, they said I had to use Active@Killdisk to clear the
HDD's to remove any data.

One of the computers has a Windows XP Pro COA (certificate of authenticity)
on it, with a product key.

But, the only problem is, I don't have a reinstall/reimage disk. I tried
using the Windows XP Media Center Edition disk I used for my PC (and putting
in the new key code), but not to my surprise it didn't work. I am wondering
is Microsoft has some sort of thing where I can purchase a reinstall CD or
even download an image file if I give them the valid key number.

 

[Guest]

The old computer was obviously registered to youre work/co and/or
administration,why would you expect to recieve a new disk in youre
name.

 

[Brian A.]

Does your employer know that you are trying to use their ProductKey after they
specifically notified you that you had to wipe the disks clean? You must purchase an
install disk either from the machines manufacturer, online or a retail store.

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Brian A. Sesko { MS MVP_Shell/User }
Conflicts start where information lacks.
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Suggested posting do's/don'ts: http://www.dts-l.org/goodpost.htm
How to ask a question: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/555375

 

[Guest]

Yes, they know.

I will try that, thanks.

Does your employer know that you are trying to use their ProductKey after they
specifically notified you that you had to wipe the disks clean? You must purchase an
install disk either from the machines manufacturer, online or a retail store.

--

Brian A. Sesko { MS MVP_Shell/User }
Conflicts start where information lacks.
http://basconotw.mvps.org/

Suggested posting do's/don'ts: http://www.dts-l.org/goodpost.htm
How to ask a question: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/555375