DPChallenge: A Digital Photography Contest You are not logged in. (log in or register) 
 

DPChallenge Forums >> General Discussion >> Windows XP on multiple computers
Pages:  
Showing posts 1 - 24 of 24, (reverse)
AuthorThread
 11/26/2005 05:53:52 PM · #1
Can Windows XP Professional be installed on multiple computers? Or do I need to purchase a new OS for a new computer?
 11/26/2005 05:55:42 PM · #2
Originally posted by jpeters:
Can Windows XP Professional be installed on multiple computers? Or do I need to purchase a new OS for a new computer?


technically yes, legally... get a second copy.
 11/26/2005 06:00:03 PM · #3
Originally posted by wavelength:
Originally posted by jpeters:
Can Windows XP Professional be installed on multiple computers? Or do I need to purchase a new OS for a new computer?


technically yes, legally... get a second copy.


So it's definitely illegal? I was hoping you were allowed to install on at least two. Oh well.
 11/26/2005 06:01:15 PM · #4
Yes, you need a separate copy of the OS for each system. Don't pay the full price, you can legally purchase the "OEM version" if you purchase it along with a hardware item that qualifies; it doesn't take much to qualify. you should end up with a price around $130.
 11/26/2005 06:05:13 PM · #5
Originally posted by kirbic:
Yes, you need a separate copy of the OS for each system. Don't pay the full price, you can legally purchase the "OEM version" if you purchase it along with a hardware item that qualifies; it doesn't take much to qualify. you should end up with a price around $130.


Thanks for the tip.
 11/26/2005 06:57:39 PM · #6
or if you only need 30 days with the second PC you are alright with one copy ;}

BTW - whats OEM stand for?


11/26/2005 07:09:35 PM · #7
OEM - Original Equipment Manufacturer
 11/26/2005 07:26:59 PM · #8
y buy when ou can dl
11/26/2005 07:29:23 PM · #9
Originally posted by Gunni:
y buy when ou can dl


umm. because it's illegal? not something you want to have if the IRS does a serious audit I've heard.
 11/26/2005 07:30:14 PM · #10
Originally posted by wavelength:
Originally posted by Gunni:
y buy when ou can dl


umm. because it's illegal? not something you want to have if the IRS does a serious audit I've heard.


(deleted)

Message edited by blemt - Let's watch the language please. .
 11/26/2005 07:33:06 PM · #11
ok ... im just kidding :D

suck´s being a bad guy when you actually are a good guy
11/26/2005 07:34:32 PM · #12
Originally posted by Gunni:
ok ... im just kidding :D

suck´s being a bad guy when you actually are a good guy


w00t!!!

Message edited by author 2005-11-26 19:48:09.
 11/26/2005 07:46:08 PM · #13
would you mind removing that, or should I call on SC to do it?
 11/26/2005 07:49:21 PM · #14
Originally posted by wavelength:
would you mind removing that, or should I call on SC to do it?


11/26/2005 07:52:57 PM · #15
whatever that meant. I think you might have mistook what offended.
11/26/2005 07:56:11 PM · #16
Originally posted by wavelength:
whatever that meant. I think you might have mistook what offended.


propably ... want to tell me just what offended you ?
 11/26/2005 07:57:16 PM · #17
Originally posted by Gunni:
Originally posted by wavelength:
whatever that meant. I think you might have mistook what offended.


propably ... want to tell me just what offended you ?


you got it covered dude, no worries.
 11/26/2005 07:58:59 PM · #18
good s**t

lol

im learning HAHA!
 11/26/2005 08:01:34 PM · #19
hmmm.

this thread has been pirated.


11/26/2005 08:03:14 PM · #20
Originally posted by soup:
hmmm.

this thread has been pirated.


11/27/2005 01:27:18 AM · #21
I think you can install on multiple PC using one install CD, but you need to BUY the license for the other PC's.

give MS a call to confirm

Volume License

James
 11/27/2005 04:48:10 AM · #22
Well yes, it's the licenses that are the issue rather than the actual CD it comes from - but if you're just talking about 2 or 3 PCs then volume licensing isn't going to come into the equation (and to be honest I'm not sure they'd even talk to a consumer anyway)

If you have an older version of windows lurking you should be able to save some money buying an XP upgrade rather than the full product; it'd need to be 98 or ME by the looks of it.
 11/27/2005 04:58:26 AM · #23
I was under the impression that if you bought XP Pro (which is a business application) then you have the rights to use it on your home machine as well. ie. your using both machines for yourself (business and personal)
 11/27/2005 05:25:06 AM · #24
Originally posted by jab119:
I think you can install on multiple PC using one install CD, but you need to BUY the license for the other PC's.

give MS a call to confirm

Volume License

James


MS is only going to let you do that if your big bussiness, some ive my clients tried asking but they were knocked back on 20+ computers, it might be different in the US though.

Getting an OEM is probably the cheapest way so if you computers supplier will sell you one (doubtful unless he is dodgy) buy it otherwise make friends with the staff and save the money ;)

Some of our staff used to sell to clients who buy a few cheapish parts i.e HDD, FDD etc

MS policy in Australia with OEM is the customer has to purchace a full Machine or 5 Major Components

Message edited by author 2005-11-27 05:27:18.
Pages:  
Current Server Time: 05/11/2026 06:53:09 PM

Please log in or register to post to the forums.


Home - Challenges - Community - League - Photos - Cameras - Lenses - Learn - Help - Terms of Use - Privacy - Top ^
DPChallenge, and website content and design, Copyright © 2001-2026 Challenging Technologies, LLC.
All digital photo copyrights belong to the photographers and may not be used without permission.
Current Server Time: 05/11/2026 06:53:09 PM EDT.