Moving XP to a different computer

[Ray]

I am using XP Pro which I purchased and installed on a P3
machine. I now have built a P4 and want to use the same
installation CD for the new PC -- I will not continue to
use XP on the old machine. I do not understand how MS
identifies the equipment using the license, but would
think that it should be acceptable to install XP on a new
machine if it is used exclusively on only the one PC.
Any advice before I try this?

Also I've seen some writings that a purchased full
version of XP can be installed on both a desktop and
laptop with MS blessings. Is this so?

 

[Nicholas]

Just install XP on your new computer and you'll activate it
via the internet. If activation fails, then select "activate by
telephone" to obtain a new activation code (free-of-charge).

Only the "retail version" of "Office XP" can be installed on
both a desktop and laptop using the same Product Key.
"Windows XP" requires a new license (Product Key) for
each installation on a different computer, regardless of
the version purchased.

--
Nicholas

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| I am using XP Pro which I purchased and installed on a P3
| machine. I now have built a P4 and want to use the same
| installation CD for the new PC -- I will not continue to
| use XP on the old machine. I do not understand how MS
| identifies the equipment using the license, but would
| think that it should be acceptable to install XP on a new
| machine if it is used exclusively on only the one PC.
| Any advice before I try this?
|
| Also I've seen some writings that a purchased full
| version of XP can be installed on both a desktop and
| laptop with MS blessings. Is this so?