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    Vista license...

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by nameIess, Dec 7, 2008.

  1. nameIess

    nameIess Notebook Consultant

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    hey guys,

    I have macbook and was installing Vista Home on it through bootcamp.

    Now I got a new macbook and I want to install that save Vista on this macbook.

    Is it possible to deactivate the first and activate the second?

    I have the OEM version. :/


    PS:
    If the answer is no, and I happened to install the oem version and was UNABLE to activate, what can i do?
     
    nameIess, Dec 7, 2008
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  2. Greg

    Greg Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    OEM versions can only be installed on one computer, and never transfered. End of story, sorry.

    P.S.: That is called 'installing it on another computer' which is a no-no.
     
    Greg, Dec 7, 2008
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