Stereodude
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Anyone got an extra unused OEM Windows XP x64 disc + license they're willing to sell?
WTB: Windows XP x64
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Fatwah on Western Digital
Say, Stereodude, you want to buy a computer system from me, don't you?
*whistle* *cough*
*whistle* *cough*
Stereodude
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It it one of those new metaphysical computer systems complete with OS disc and key?
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Fatwah on Western Digital
Something something something MSDN can be used for pre-sales something something.
Stereodude
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Now that you mention it... I have been meaning to buy a new system, but I might need a while to evaluate it.
Stereodude
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It looks like I was able to get an unused copy for $30 shipped through another forum. So, I should be all set.
Stereodude
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I don't think you can buy XP Pro x64 anymore though I did find a few hits via Google. There are also some on ebay, but I haven't a clue how legit those are. I think the only official way to buy it new now is via downgrade rights. However, paying for Windows 7 Pro only to install XP Pro x64 is kinda pricey.
FWIW, XP Pro x64 was never sold in a "Retail" config. It was only ever OEM.
FWIW, XP Pro x64 was never sold in a "Retail" config. It was only ever OEM.
Pradeep
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If you contact Microsoft, they should give you the legitimate license you paid for. At least, that's what happened to a friend of mine and an ebay seller that was providing keys that couldn't be activated. MS ended up prosecuting the seller. Of course, that would entail giving them a lot of information about yourself. Probably not worth it for you.
I have a used copy that I am no longer using (I moved to windows 7).
Does it being used cause issues with activation?
Does it being used cause issues with activation?
Stereodude
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Well, supposedly OEM installs are tied to the motherboard and and aren't legally allowed to be used on another system. However, it's unclear how well MS's online activation system enforces their License Agreement. Or, how much success you might have activating by phone talking to someone if the online system fails.
Can the MSDN be used for pre-sales without issue?
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Fatwah on Western Digital
As I understand it, the licenses can be used for educational or demonstration purposes. The language doesn't specify the amount of time a pre-sales demo can last though.
Bozo
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XP x64 was available with a site license key.
No, that's not what I meant.
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onme12
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I have got one, but which service pack are you looking for? I got these packages of windows XP service pack from online Microsoft website with comparably huge amount. They weren’t cheap. If you want I could sell it you at a decent price as you propose, before I sell to another guy.