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    Can I legally remove Vista from my laptop and install it on my desktop

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by Clocks, Apr 25, 2007.

  1. Clocks

    Clocks Notebook Enthusiast

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    I want to go back to XP on my laptop (I am selling it), and install my Vista Home Premium on the desktop I am building.

    Is this legal?
    Will it cause problems forcing me to call MS?
     
    Clocks, Apr 25, 2007
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    Clocks Notebook Enthusiast

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    Looks like I finally typed the right phrase into google and found this:

    So it looks like that is answered.

    Now I would still like to know if it will cause problems requiring a phone call (although I do think they are open 24/7).
     
    Clocks, Apr 25, 2007
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    moon angel Notebook Virtuoso NBR Reviewer

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    For vista I can't say. If you install a copy of XP on 2 or 3 different computers (one after the other of course) it rquires a call. Be prepared to have to call them from what I have heard of Vista's security issues. One would hope you wouldn't have to.
     
    moon angel, Apr 25, 2007
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  4. Arla

    Arla Notebook Deity

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    For Vista if it's a full retail license then yes I believe you can.

    If it's an OEM license that was on the laptop when you got it, then no, you can't (legally)
     
    Arla, Apr 26, 2007
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    AndyNJ Notebook Geek

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    Arla is exactly right. An OEM license would be tied to the machine that it came on, but a retail license can be changed to a different machine.
     
    AndyNJ, Apr 26, 2007
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    Zellio The Dark Knight

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    well....

    If it's oem you COULD...

    Make a digital locker at the digital locker site (do this first)

    Then buy a anytime upgrade to ultimate.

    That will take care of your oem problems. It would also be a bit cheaper then buying ultimate later on (Go the sams club route, $149).
     
    Zellio, Apr 26, 2007
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