Thanks. The reason I asked is because someone I know built a computer, and put XP Home on. He recently installed a new HD, but had to go thru MS because the configuration of the computer changed.
I’ve heard that OEM machines are different, and I really want to know what I am in for before I install it.
You are right about MS and home built systems, I recently built one and installed a new copy of XP Pro. Afterwards, went to the Nvidia website for the most recent graphic drivers, downloaded, installed them. Then, a MS window appeared, warning me to reactivate the OS within five days, blah, blah. So, phoned MS, to obtain a new product code, the complete procedure took less than thirty minutes.
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Wingspar.
The simple answer is, you do not require any authorization from MicroSoft to install a second hard drive. Just go ahead and install the drive.
Bev.
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I’ve heard that OEM machines are different, and I really want to know what I am in for before I install it.
shesagordie
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December 1st, 2003 20:00
Wingspar.
You are right about MS and home built systems, I recently built one and installed a new copy of XP Pro. Afterwards, went to the Nvidia website for the most recent graphic drivers, downloaded, installed them. Then, a MS window appeared, warning me to reactivate the OS within five days, blah, blah. So, phoned MS, to obtain a new product code, the complete procedure took less than thirty minutes.
Bev.