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Can I reinstall Windows XP with the key that came with the computer?

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> From: A Computer User
> Sent: September 3, 2005
> To: Ask Leo!
> Subject: Can I reinstall Windows XP with the key that came with the computer?
>
> Leo,

> Can I reinstall Windows XP without the original disc but with
> the key that came with the computer???

Actually yes. It's that key that proves ownership. As long as that
key is not used on another install of Windows, you should be able
to use any Windows XP CD, and use the key you already have.

Thanks for asking!

Leo

Article 755 | Category: Windows

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