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    Vista CD Question

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by snowbob230, Mar 1, 2007.

  1. snowbob230

    snowbob230 Notebook Consultant

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    If I windows Vista for another computer can I use that CD to re-install my notebook operating system.
     
    snowbob230, Mar 1, 2007
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    justin15 Notebook Evangelist

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    I heard it can only be used once at a time, so I think the answer would be no. But don't take my word on it.
     
    justin15, Mar 1, 2007
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    snowbob230 Notebook Consultant

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    I meant with the cd key for the laptop but using a different CD
     
    snowbob230, Mar 1, 2007
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    Poseign Notebook Consultant

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    absolutely. As long as ur laptop has its own CD key, that wont be a problem.

    I KNOW thats not a problem if both computers have the same vista flavor, im not sure it would if the flavors were different though. I believe it would because to my knowlege, a Vista CD (full install) comes with all the ultimate features on it, and its the CD key that makes the difference on what version is installed, perhaps im wrong.



    ~poseign
     
    Poseign, Mar 1, 2007
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  5. sapibobo

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    Yes, even though your CD is Ultimate or Home Premium, you will get Vista Business if your key is Business.
     
    sapibobo, Mar 2, 2007
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