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    Using Windows XP re-installation disk with external HD?

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by jcm4, Sep 28, 2008.

  1. jcm4

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    At home, I have a Windows XP re-installation disk. Can I install it for use on an external harddrive or another internal hard drive, not the same computer it came with?
     
    jcm4, Sep 28, 2008
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    Bumpity bump bump.
     
    jcm4, Sep 30, 2008
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    Shyster1, Sep 30, 2008
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