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    clean install vista using a OEM disc and Thinkpad key?

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by solus, Sep 10, 2007.

  1. solus

    solus Newbie

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    I want to re partition my 160G HD and reinstall vista.
    My original system is vista home premium and I have an OEM disc for home premium I bought from newegg
    http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16832116202
    that I used in another computer.

    Question is -
    Can I use the OEM disc and lenovo key to install the home premium? :confused:

    I assuem that I can find all the drivers for essential drivers for Thinkpad accessories (fingerprint reader, video card, BT, harddrive protection softwares), am I correct?

    Any suggestions? Thanks.
     
    solus, Sep 10, 2007
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  2. ZaZ

    ZaZ Super Model Super Moderator

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    I would just use the one with the disc, then change the key back to the one on your machine when you go to activate it.
     
    ZaZ, Sep 10, 2007
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  3. MaxGeek

    MaxGeek Notebook Evangelist

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    You should be able to use that disk and the Thinkpad key. I thought all the disk are the same (except 32bit vs 64bit) and the key determines the version (OEM, Home Premium, Ultimate).
     
    MaxGeek, Sep 11, 2007
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    timd75 Notebook Enthusiast

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    This guide should explain the answers to your questions. :)
     
    timd75, Sep 11, 2007
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  5. solus

    solus Newbie

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    Thanks. Actually I did not notice that it mentioned all the Vista discs are the same at first.

    I will try it ;) :D .
     
    solus, Sep 11, 2007
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    mikeeeeeee Notebook Enthusiast

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    I used a vista ultimate disc with the OEM key from lenovo. I think this should work for you.
     
    mikeeeeeee, Sep 11, 2007
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