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    windows 7 registration key question

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by sonycrr, Aug 9, 2010.

  1. sonycrr

    sonycrr Newbie

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    i upgraded my w7 64bit home to 64bit pro.
    i got a new key with the upgrade.
    can i use my 64bit home registration key to install w7 64bit home on another comp?

    thanks

    =D
     
    sonycrr, Aug 9, 2010
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    Greg Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    If the key came with your computer, no. Those are OEM keys that are legally tied to the original system. If it is an upgrade, also no...you "traded" the license in for that upgrade.
     
    Greg, Aug 9, 2010
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    thank you for the help!
     
    sonycrr, Aug 9, 2010
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