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    Transfering Win XP

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by Shawn_123, Jun 30, 2005.

  1. Shawn_123

    Shawn_123 Newbie

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    Hi ppl,

    I have a question. A year ago i bought a Dell laptop and it is broken because it fell onto the floor :mad:. Now I want to buy an Asus barebone, and i was wondering, would i be able to use the windows XP the Dell came with on the Asus?

    Much Thanks
     
    Shawn_123, Jun 30, 2005
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  2. 1-s0uljah

    1-s0uljah Notebook Consultant

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    No you wont be able to.. Since the copy of your windows isnt the retail version. Its meant to be used with your dell and it should be a recovery cd..
     
    1-s0uljah, Jun 30, 2005
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