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    Chinese Windows OEM COA

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by Qing Dao, Oct 11, 2014.

  1. Qing Dao

    Qing Dao Notebook Deity

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    Can the code work to install an English language Windows 7 Pro just fine even if on the COA it says "Windows 7 Pro OA China?"
     
    Qing Dao, Oct 11, 2014
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    Yes, the license is independent of the language of the OS as well as version (32/64 Bit). You just need to match the line (HP, Pro, Ult). You can only run a single instance of the OS using the license at anytime.
     
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    Perfect, thanks. The COA's come with a disk and are manufacturer specific so I was just curious. Thanks!
     
    Qing Dao, Oct 11, 2014
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    I can confirm this, I usually scrap the French OEM version on laptops I buy for the English one with the COA on the OEM sticker.
     
    tijo, Oct 11, 2014
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