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OEM version of XP pro?
-----Original Message----- Many sites are selling XP pro (full) for about $150. It's the OEM version and usually ships with "a piece of hardware". What's up with this? It sounds great but is there a catch? Here's an example: http://www.viosoftware.com/micwinxpprof.html thanks, Keith Runfola www.jazzdrummer.com . I got my cersion as an OEM, I got it for $89 and Office XPw/FPXP. I paid only $89 for each one, and they are the full CD and not just updates. They are in great shape. Most places will not ship w/o hardware, but the place I use shipped just the software. |
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OEM version of XP pro?
Thanks everyone for your replies.
I'm still not clear on one thing. I recently bought a nice used computer and I think the OS (XP pro) may not be a legal copy. Certainly, it's not registered to me. I want to go legit as cheaply as possible. So my question is: Can I get an OEM CD that I can use to register or change whatever registration I have now. I would need to do this without wiping out my existing files. Also, I would like it if this CD would work as a "re-install" disk in case XP ever goes south on me. Thanks again, On Wed, 16 Apr 2003 15:51:38 -0700, wrote: -----Original Message----- Many sites are selling XP pro (full) for about $150. It's the OEM version and usually ships with "a piece of hardware". What's up with this? It sounds great but is there a catch? Here's an example: http://www.viosoftware.com/micwinxpprof.html thanks, Keith Runfola www.jazzdrummer.com . I got my cersion as an OEM, I got it for $89 and Office XPw/FPXP. I paid only $89 for each one, and they are the full CD and not just updates. They are in great shape. Most places will not ship w/o hardware, but the place I use shipped just the software. Keith Runfola www.jazzdrummer.com |
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OEM version of XP pro?
Keith,
Did it come with an OS CD? If not, is it a "branded" machine? Branded machines oftentimes don't come with CDs, but have hidden partitions on the HDD with the OS on it. If neither of the above applies, then indeed you do not have a legal OS. Go to a reputable shop and buy a Full or OEM OS. OEM will legally require the purchase of some hardware, but it can be something small/cheap like a mouse, etc. as I currently understand the rules. Beware of counterfeit software, there are tons of folks selling this for unbelievable prices, because they aren't legit and they can get the CDs for ~$20 each. Real legit OEM OS or Office cost the dealer "real money", so they can't give them away for dirt prices. -- Regards, Len Segal, MCP Microsoft - MVP -------------- My reply address is intentionally wrong to reduce SPAM Email. NOTE: We do not respond to unsolicited Email support questions, please post questions in newsgroup. "Keith Runfola" wrote in message ... Thanks everyone for your replies. I'm still not clear on one thing. I recently bought a nice used computer and I think the OS (XP pro) may not be a legal copy. Certainly, it's not registered to me. I want to go legit as cheaply as possible. So my question is: Can I get an OEM CD that I can use to register or change whatever registration I have now. I would need to do this without wiping out my existing files. Also, I would like it if this CD would work as a "re-install" disk in case XP ever goes south on me. Thanks again, --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.471 / Virus Database: 269 - Release Date: 4/10/2003 |
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