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    Which key to use when upgrading OS on Z

    Discussion in 'VAIO / Sony' started by DrewVL, Feb 6, 2009.

  1. DrewVL

    DrewVL Notebook Guru

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    Hi all,

    Just a quick question regarding to upgrading my OS (32Bits) clean install to 64bits. Which key should i use then prompt? the one on my notebook or the key with the CD?

    Thanks in advance

    Best regards,
    Andrew
     
    DrewVL, Feb 6, 2009
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    Evaders99 Notebook Consultant

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    What kind of CD is it? If the CD is a full retail Windows, just use the CD key.
    If its just an OEM disk, use the one on the notebook and be prepared to do a phone activation
     
    Evaders99, Feb 6, 2009
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  3. DrewVL

    DrewVL Notebook Guru

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    Hi

    I bought it along with my desktop from OEM store it has nice case and everything.

    ar.. no wonder i made one upgrade using the notebook keys and it wont let me do any windows update :) becuz i didnt call microsoft.

    Thanks for your reply

    Take care

    Andrew
     
    DrewVL, Feb 6, 2009
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