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    XP pro on Dell

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by pillowhead, Mar 22, 2005.

  1. pillowhead

    pillowhead Newbie

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    Hello.

    I was wondering about the XP Pro that Dell offers with their machines.
    I would like to be able to use the Pro on more than one machine if I buy it with my Dell.
    Basically just to install on my home office machine.
    Thing is, I thought I remebered the XP that Dell ships is locked to Dell machines, meaning it cant be installed on other non-Dell machines.
    Is this correct?
    If so, I'll probably just buy the retail version.


     
    pillowhead, Mar 22, 2005
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  2. ZaZ

    ZaZ Super Model Super Moderator

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    The last dell desktop I saw a few years ago was that way. I can't imagine they would change that. The OEM version will be cheaper, but you will still have to activate it, meaning it will be locked to that machine.










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    ZaZ, Mar 23, 2005
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