XP install on computer with bootleg copy

[Guest]

I picked up a computer with a bootleg copy of XP pro. How can I install a
new version of XP home or Pro?

 

[Guest]

Hi,

You will have to buy a new CD for Windows XP Pofessional or Home. Once you
have a legal copy then you can follow this article for installing Windows XP.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=KB;EN-US;316941

 

[Carey Frisch [MVP]]

You'll have to purchase a new "Full Version" of Windows XP Professional
and perform a "Repair Install" using the new Windows XP Pro CD and Product Key
that comes with it. (You cannot simply change the Product Key)

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

If you wish to install Windows XP Home Edition, then you'll
need to perform a "Clean Install" which requires a drive reformat.

Clean Install Windows XP
http://www.michaelstevenstech.com/cleanxpinstall.html

[Courtesy of MS-MVP Michael Stevens]

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Carey Frisch
Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User

Be Smart! Protect Your PC!
http://www.microsoft.com/athome/security/protect/default.aspx

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| I picked up a computer with a bootleg copy of XP pro. How can I install a
| new version of XP home or Pro?

 

[Rick \Nutcase\ Rogers]

If you get WinXP Home, you will need to do a clean installation. If you get
WinXP Pro, you can do a repair installation with the legitimate key.

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Best of Luck,

Rick Rogers, aka "Nutcase" - Microsoft MVP

Associate Expert - WindowsXP Expert Zone

Windows help - www.rickrogers.org