Robert in CA wrote:
I realize now the unknown is for an external
drive if connected, correct?

I did have one question though; if Microsoft succeeds
in reactivating my computer then is #4 hd OK to use as
is to clone?

I would prefer to leave #3 alone for the time being
because it has the OS on it even though it's tainted
it's still an OS. Once I finish with #4 I can then
copy over #3 but to do that would I have to erase it
first or can I just copy over it?

I'm also wondering if I get my Activation back whether
the backspace key will also return?

Robert

That Backspace key isn't coming back without a fight :-)

If Microsoft activates the clone that is Not Genuine,
it should be fine in every way. You should be able to
make a copy of it.

What we don't know right now, is what is up
with the XPS 8500 from a computing point of
view, and there are still more tests to do.

Whatever is bothering the 8500, may have
caused the Not Genuine.

Paul