Installing XP

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Hi all, can anyone tell me if i am allowed to install my copy of XP on a 2nd
computer in my house, as i've been told im allowed too. But im not sure.
Thanks.
 
You were misinformed.

A Windows XP license can only be used on one (1)
computer. A second installation requires a second
license.

From the Windows XP EULA:

1.1 Installation and use. You may install, use, access,
display and run one copy of the Software on a single
computer, such as a workstation, terminal or other
device ("Workstation Computer"). The Software may not
be used by more than two (2) processors at any one
time on any single Workstation Computer.

Please read your End-User License Agreement by going
to Start > Run and type: WINVER , and hit enter. Then
click on "End-User License Agreement".

If you already have a retail copy of Windows XP, you can obtain
additional licenses for another computer or laptop by visiting the
following Microsoft Web site:
http://shop.microsoft.com/special/wal/walinfo.asp

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| Hi all, can anyone tell me if i am allowed to install my copy of XP on a 2nd
| computer in my house, as i've been told im allowed too. But im not sure.
| Thanks.
 
whoda said:
Hi all, can anyone tell me if i am allowed to install my copy of XP
on a 2nd computer in my house, as i've been told im allowed too. But
im not sure. Thanks.
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No. You've been told wrong. The rule is quite clear. It's one copy (or one
license) for each computer.

There's nothing new here. This is exactly the same rule that's been in
effect on every version of Windows starting with Windows 3.1. The only thing
new with XP is that there's now an enforcement mechanism.

If yours is a retail version, not an OEM one, you can buy extra licenses
(see http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/pro/howtobuy/addlic.asp). But it's
not generally a good deal. The problem is that Microsoft sells additional
licenses at only a small savings over the list price. You're almost
certainly better off just buying a complete second copy from a discount
source.
 
whoda said:
Hi all, can anyone tell me if i am allowed to install my copy of XP on a 2nd
computer in my house, as i've been told im allowed too. But im not sure.
Thanks.
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You need to purchase a separate WinXP license for each computer on
which you install it. (As long as you have multiple identical licenses,
it doesn't matter if you use the same CD for the installations, as long
as you use a different license each time.)

Just as it has *always* been with *all* Microsoft operating
systems, it's necessary (to be in compliance with both the EULA and U.S.
copyright law http://www4.law.cornell.edu/uscode/17/117.html), if not
technically) to purchase one WinXP license for each computer on which it
is installed. (Consult an attorney versed in copyright law to determine
final applicability in your locale.) The only way in which WinXP
licensing differs from that of earlier versions of Windows is that
Microsoft has finally added a copy protection and anti-theft mechanism,
Product Activation, to prevent (or at least make more difficult)
multiple installations using a single license.

One can buy additional licenses, assuming one already has a retail
license. Naturally, Microsoft cannot sell additional OEM licenses. Be
aware, however, that you'll probably pay more this way than you would if
you were to buy a second copy of WinXP from a discount retailer;
Microsoft will only offer you a 15% discount off their MSRP.

Additional Licenses for Windows XP Home Edition
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/home/howtobuy/addlic.asp

Additional Licenses for Windows XP Professional
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/pro/howtobuy/addlic.asp



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Simple answer is No you are not

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By the EULA you are not. Physically, there is nothing to stop you from
installing or upgrading a 2nd PC. However, once the process is complete
you will not be able to "Activate" the copy of XP. I've had several folks
who've done the 2nd install and then call me when it won't activate and
want to know why. The way activation works there is no pre-check on
activation status - so it (XP Installation) lets you install and it's only
after
the final reboot that users discover their mistake.
 
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