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    Which Windows licenses do I own ?

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by Laursen, Dec 6, 2007.

  1. Laursen

    Laursen Notebook Consultant

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    I just bought a pre-configured Lenovo T60. From the store I bought it from Windows XP Professional was pre-installed on it. I then had the option to upgrade to Windows Vista Business OEM for approx. 50 USD which I did.

    When I recieved my computer they had removed XP and had pre-installed Vista for me which I thought was nice and convenient. I also got a Vista Business DVD with an OEM licence attached to the jewel case. But the XP licence sticker was still attached to the bottom of the notebook...

    Here is the question:
    A couple of days ago I recieved an e-mail from the store where they said I both had an XP and a Vista licence. They wanted me to remove the XP licence sticker in the bottom of the notebook and send it back to them (the store).

    Do I only own the Vista licence or do I also own the XP licence which the computer originally was configured with ? I guess I've paid for the XP licence because that was included in the price of the notebook. I just paid 50 bucks more to get Vista. Do I own both licences or should I follow the e-mail and send back the XP licence sticker ?

    Regards,
    Jakob Laursen
     
  2. Greg

    Greg Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    I'm almost 100% sure that you only own the Vista license at this point.
     
  3. Laursen

    Laursen Notebook Consultant

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    Okay, I just wanted to be sure before sending back the XP licence sticker.