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    Windows XP and Compaq Help.

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by Drake Rogers, Jul 26, 2009.

  1. Drake Rogers

    Drake Rogers Newbie

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    I bought a Compaq with Basic Windows Vista.
    I want to install Windows XP on it.
    I have a CD from my old Gateway desktop with Windows XP on it.
    The Cd says
    -Windows XP Home Edition
    -Version 1.1
    -For distribution only with a new Gateway PC

    Can I use this CD for my Compaq that is already has Windows Vista installed to get Windows XP?

    Is it safe and will it work
     
    Drake Rogers, Jul 26, 2009
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  2. goofball

    goofball Notebook Deity

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    Doubtful. Most OEM installation CD's (like Dell) do a search for a Dell BIOS info string and wont' install if it doesn't match.
     
    goofball, Jul 26, 2009
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