Replacing an installation disk for XP Pro

[All Users]

I recently lost all the files on my hard drive, and had to reformat. When
I went looking for my XP Pro install disk, I couldn't find it. I barrowed
an OEM version of '98 and installed it, but now I want XP back (preferably
something I can download now). I have the PID, and I DON'T want to have to
buy it again. Is there any way to go about this, or am I out another couple
hundred dollars?

 

[Bruce Chambers]

Greetings --

If it was a retail license and you have proof of purchase:

How to Replace Lost, Broken, or Missing Microsoft Software or Hardware
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=KB;en-us;326246

If it was an OEM license, you'll need to contact whomever sold you
the OS; Microsoft does not support OEM installations.


Bruce Chambers

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[Pat Garard]

Ring Microsoft Sales, tell them what has happened and quote the PID. As long
as that can be verified, they will supply new media at a small cost.

Hope this helps.

Pat Garard
Australia

 

[Pat Garard]

I see that you are still an arsehole!

Pat Garard
Australia