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    Installing Windows XP from Backup CD

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by Warloque, Aug 18, 2008.

  1. Warloque

    Warloque Notebook Consultant

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    If I have backup XP CD that came with the laptop, if I need to re - install XP do I need just the CD or they were supposed to sent me some serial number or somesuch similiar verification mechanism?

    Or I just pop it in CD Drive when the HD of my computer is blank and I'm all set?
     
    Warloque, Aug 18, 2008
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  2. Alex

    Alex Super Moderator

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    Do you have a windows coa and 25 digit #on the bottom of your laptop?
     
    Alex, Aug 18, 2008
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  3. Warloque

    Warloque Notebook Consultant

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    It appears that there is a sticker on the back of my laptop that says Windows XP Home Edition and has a 25 digit - and - letter product key.
     
    Warloque, Aug 18, 2008
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    Gregory disassemble?

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    You're good to go then. The restore CD may ask you to type in that 25 digit key. Otherwise it already has the key embedded in the CD.

    Either way it's very straightforward. Just boot from the CD and follow the onscreen instructions.
     
    Gregory, Aug 18, 2008
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