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    Need a Windows Disk for an Old Computer

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by cyndi525, Aug 10, 2006.

  1. cyndi525

    cyndi525 Notebook Consultant

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    Hi, I have an old computer that came with Windows installed, but no disk. (bought it used). Now I'd like to reformat it. Is there a simple, inexpensive way to obtain a windows disk?
     
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    ttupa Tech Elitist NBR Reviewer

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    Any windows disk (non-OEM) will work as long as you have a license key. Typically you'll get restore disks or a restore partition to use when reformatting. Check on that.
     
    ttupa, Aug 10, 2006
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    logume1881 Notebook Consultant

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    I'd go to a computer store. Not a big company like COMPUSA or BestBuy, but a little small business. Both of the ones near me have lots of old disks with keys for cheap!
     
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    I think Cyndi has a key, it should be a sticker on the bottom of the IBM. If not, I would try Newegg/another computer store. On major software you won't get big discounts unless it's pirated somehow.
     
    ttupa, Aug 10, 2006
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