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    Windows Install after disk change

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by gseront, Jan 30, 2005.

  1. gseront

    gseront Newbie

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    Hi,

    I have a compaq presario 716E.
    These come with Win XP Home pre-installed.

    I have decided to upgrade hard disk drive.
    Now I have to re-install Windows.
    The problem is that Compaq did not provide any installation CD for Windows XP [ :(!] just a useless disk repair stuff.

    Is there any LEGAL way to install Windows XP Home on the new disk?
    I mean other than getting a pirated version?

    thanks in advance for your replies,

    Gregg
     
    gseront, Jan 30, 2005
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  2. ZaZ

    ZaZ Super Model Super Moderator

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    Conact HP. They sent me a new OS disc after I lost it. For free no less.






    I know things, things that could get me killed
     
    ZaZ, Jan 30, 2005
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  3. Knight

    Knight Notebook Enthusiast

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    I can't believe that they wouldn't send you a system restore CD or something, with most comercial vendors they will send you a system restore/recovery CD as well as an Application restore/recovery CD.

    I agree with zazonz though, if you don't have it contact them and they should send you one.
     
    Knight, Jan 31, 2005
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