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Old 12-12-2008, 11:11 AM   #1 (permalink)
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Windows - Using Windows OS from Dell on new MBP
HEy Folks,

Am I correct in assuming I can NOT use the Windows XP opearting system DISKS from my old Dell with my new Mac Book Pro?

I want to have Windows on it and use Boot Camp. If I have to buy another copy of Windows... Which version should I get, from where, and why?

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Old 12-12-2008, 12:23 PM   #2 (permalink)
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Correct, you can't use those Dell disks. You will need a new, full version of XP SP2/3 for Boot Camp. The cheapest are the OEM system builder's versions; I got mine from newegg.com. I think they are 90-100 USD.

Note that the OEM versions have slightly more restrictive licensing terms than the full retail version, as it can only be used on one computer - period.

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Thanks for the post SS,

Would this be the animal, the "Home Version"...?

Newegg.com - Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition SP3 English for System Builders 1 Pack CD - Operating Systems


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