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So i built this pc a while ago from left over parts.It has an AMD athlon 1.6ghz, 1 gb of ddr ram,visiontek x1550 and vista ultimate 32bit. I wanted to upgrade so I bought a Amd Phenom 9950 and a new motherboard for it, and 4 gbs of ddr2 ram. When I install the new parts, will my pc boot up and then I can just install the mobo and cpu drivers? Because I do not have my vista install cds. Im just wondering if it will work without reinstalling the os?
Well I bought the pc without ram, a psu,and a video card from someone on craigslist and he said he didnt have it.I know its a legit install. Do you think It will work without re-installing?
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I assume you know Vista can't be installed on two computers.
First you built the computer from parts. Now you bought it from craig list.
Better get your story straight.
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All that new hardware will surely trigger vistas eula and redflag it at redmond. #1 is the onboard nic. Windows #1 eula trigger is nics. I would buy a new os disk and start fresh. I've done what your thinking about for people in the past and wound up wiping them and starting fresh 95% of the time g/l
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Is there any way I can order another install cd from Microsoft. I remember a friend bought another XP install cd from them for like 30 bucks.
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Look at the definitions below.
What is the difference between OEM and DSP software?
The software in both OEM versions and DSP versions is the same. OEM software normally has the hardware manufacturer’s name, such as Dell or Sony, printed on the manual and license. DSP software, however, has NO manufacturer’s name stamped on the manual or printed on the license. DSP versions usually just say “OEM.” Basically, DSP is a more generic packaging of an OEM product that is sold to smaller system builders who do not qualify for larger volume discounts and custom printing on their software.
OEM software is what you asked about is designed to run on a specific range of hardware. This is by Microsoft design. Therefore, OEM versions of Windows won't usually work on other hardware.
Anyway, you don't have a service tag to use to order restore disks.
DSP are designed to work on a wide range of hardware because Microsoft recognises that small system builders, including enthusiasts, may use most any hardware that will run that version of Windows.
DSP versions are therefore more expensive than OEM but cheaper than retail.
If your purchase actually included a license for Vista you can do this right now.
First, go to My Computer and write down the EXACT version of Vista you now have. Second, use software to recover the installation key from the existing installation. MagicJellyBean can do that.
Now, borrow a CD that is the same version as you currently have installed.
If the key will work then you did buy a legal version of Vista.
I am pretty sure you will get rejected because that key is already in use.
If by chance it works then burn a copy of that disk and you are good to go.
Otherwise buy an DSP or retail version of whatever version of Windows you want to run.
Below is a link to a deal on Vista. Ends today though.
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I really appreciate that info. But I'm still a little confused. If I find someone that has a Vista Ultimate 32bit install cd, and put my new stuff and then insert the cd and use my key ( i used belarc advisor to get the ID and Key) it will install? Also why did you say you think it wont install? If I format my drive completely will that allow it to install? Sorry for all the questions.
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I should have stated you MAY not be able to register the intallation. If the key is already in use.
I suspect if the seller intended to transfer the Vista license to you they would have given you the disk and key.
First in gets to use the license.
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What othehill is saying is someone may have sold you a pirated version of vista. They may have that key already registered on another machine. You and microsoft would not find out until you upgraded or had to reinstall hence no disk no reinstall. Pirates do this by imiging multipul drives at 1 time. Just like it pro's do. If you have the key and a retail disk it might install and you'll know its legal because you have to register it again. If registration fails it will say its an illegal copy. Then you need to buy a new legal copy. Btw those comp spec's seem awfully low for a vista rig. Deffinately don't sound oem. Sounds like a homebuilt rig. Redflag!
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I never said this was a OEM pc, i bought it like that from the guy. I dont know why but it sounds like you all are hinting that i stole this or something.Im 15 and didnt know s--- about pcs a while ago.
So If I found someone that would let me use their vista install cd, i would put it in,use my current key and install it. What would happen to their cd? Would it cause them any problems?
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No we aren't saying you did anything wrong and both of us appreciate that a 15yr old is "getting their hands dirty" working on their own rigs "best way to learn" but we both suspect someone may have ripped you off and are trying to help you get the best out of it! We both hope we are wrong "don't mean to speak for othehill but I've seen many of his posts". So try they key with friends disk. If it works and registers your golden just don't be surprised if it doesn't. If it doesn't register legally "again not acusing you" let us know. Btw it will have no effect on your friends disk. Let us know how it works out. Othehill has been here a long time. He's seen a lot of people burned by bad people. Bad people ruin things for good people everyday. And you seem like a good honest person. Try the disk. Let us know if it works. G/l
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