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How do I transfer Office xp to a new computer?
I have an OEM version of Office XP that I bought preinstalled on a Dell Dimension computer. That computer has served me well, but it's dying, and I'm phasing it out in favor of a new Dell desktop. I want to uninstall Office from that PC and install it on an Acer laptop that I was given for Christmas. I don't understand Microsoft's validation process very well. Can anyone tell me what to expect when I try this? Do you have any tips for me?
I have my Office-XP CD and key code. First, do I have to uninstall on the old before I reinstall on the new, or can I wait until I'm comfortable that I've been successful in getting it running on the laptop? As info, the old computer OS is XP-home; the laptop OS is Vista Home Premium (32-bit).
Thanks for any guidance!
husky0894
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January 5th, 2009 06:00
With most copies of Office, two installs are allowed - you should be able to intall and activate without issue as long as you've not installed it other than on the original system.
Rebel9
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January 5th, 2009 07:00
"With most copies of Office, two installs are allowed" - BUT NOT with OEM versions. You might get lucky and be able to activate it on a second machine, but the odds may be slim. See this MS article.
ApproachingZero
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January 5th, 2009 08:00
Short answer no. Please see this link:
http://apcmag.com/oem__when_licensing_meets_quantum_theory.htm
KittyFriend
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January 28th, 2009 10:00
This is an update to my original query. I was able to install Office XP on the new laptop! Activation did require the installation key which I had. I have not yet uninstalled it from my old computer, but the computer is no longer connected to the network or even to a printer, as I phase it out. The post about OEM installed software not being transferrable did concern me, but since I have the CD and the key code, I think this must fall into a different category. All is well!