Repair with Different CD

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Is it possible to do a repair of Windows XP using a different CD to the XP
that is installed on the PC? I have a Sony desktop that I am trying to
repair, however the Sony recovery CD does not give me any options other than
to wipe everything and start all over with the machine as it came out of the
factory.

I am almost 100% certain that a repair of XP will fix the problems I am
experiencing, I have another XP Home CD (Retail) so is it possible to use
this CD to run the repair? or will that screw up my Sony version of XP and
leave me with just as many problems as I started with.

Thanks.
 
A "Retail" Windows XP CD cannot be used to repair
an OEM installation due to the fact the OEM Product
Key will not be accepted. If I were in your situation,
I would purchase a new generic OEM Windows XP
and use it and the new Product Key to perform a
"Repair Install".

Example:

Microsoft Windows XP Home With SP2 - OEM
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16837102059

How to Perform a Repair Install of Windows XP
http://www.michaelstevenstech.com/XPrepairinstall.htm

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| Is it possible to do a repair of Windows XP using a different CD to the XP
| that is installed on the PC? I have a Sony desktop that I am trying to
| repair, however the Sony recovery CD does not give me any options other than
| to wipe everything and start all over with the machine as it came out of the
| factory.
|
| I am almost 100% certain that a repair of XP will fix the problems I am
| experiencing, I have another XP Home CD (Retail) so is it possible to use
| this CD to run the repair? or will that screw up my Sony version of XP and
| leave me with just as many problems as I started with.
|
| Thanks.
 
No, your retail CD will not work with the OEM Product Key.
But if your intention is to leave the Retail version installed on the
computer, go ahead.

Some OEMs do not provide repair options other than a complete reinstallation
destroying all data in the process.
Be sure to check your manual and/or contact Sony for details and options.
 
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