Where can i download windows xp pro?

Discussion in 'Bing' started by webdesignersuk, Mar 9, 2011.

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    I have got bought 5 old laptops from ebay they all have the microsoft product key on the back of them but when i switch them on they are saying no operating system installed.

    So my question is where do i download a real copy of microsoft xp? Not cracked software or anything like.

    Can i get this direct from microsoft? If so how do i go about doing so?

    Any help on this topic would be great as this a small new hobby of mine

    Thanks guys
     
    webdesignersuk, Mar 9, 2011 IP
  2. KodrutZ

    KodrutZ Peon

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    Those were OEM licenses. You can't download OEM setup packages. Contact your loca/regionall Microsoft office/dealer, maybe they can help.
     
    KodrutZ, Mar 9, 2011 IP
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    Yeah OEM licenses if is there then you need to contact the support team so that they can help you out in this....Try it and I am sure your issue will be resolved because downloading will not work...
     
    starlidaniel, Mar 10, 2011 IP
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    simple you go to computer accessories shop and purchase a brand new Win XP CD and use it
     
    nanncy222, Mar 11, 2011 IP
  5. KodrutZ

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    Welcome to 2011! Windows XP has been discontinued for a while...
     
    KodrutZ, Mar 11, 2011 IP
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    If its No OS installed, sounds like you need to install windows in the first place. Usually by changing the boot sequence to CD-ROM/ or whichever optical drive first, then boot the CD to continue for Windows Installation.

    Try placing one of the disc into a PC thats already got windows installed, and then click your Computer/My Computer icon, and look at your drive to see if it the CD even has files on it. If not, i'd be contacting the seller on ebay.

    Windows XP is a nice OS, but I'd try Vista, and Windows 7 isn't nothing to be hyped about.
     
    SacVexter, Mar 11, 2011 IP
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    No OS is anything to be hyped about, but out of those 3 XP is definitely the most low spec pc friendly. OP didn't specify anything other than they're "old" laptops, so without knowing too much I'd stay away from the memory hungry 7 and especially Vista.
     
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    prideseo Peon

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    I love XP and went back after seeing how terrible the later OS are.
     
    prideseo, Mar 12, 2011 IP
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    I know that when you purchase your pc, it is already installed. But, there are more entrusted installer that can be bought in the market! :)
     
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    it is said that Microsoft will stop selling the XP.
     
    microman007, Mar 12, 2011 IP
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    Windows XP Pro SP3 Build 2 is immediately available for download. This Windows edition includes a luxuriant variety of bonuses beginning with a Windows Vista theme, Microsoft
    Office 2003 Full...Slip Streamed 75 MB, Adobe Reader 7, MSN Messenger, Firebox and Winrar. The downloadable file is a 695 MB designed to be burned on a single CD.
     
    watsonr93, Mar 13, 2011 IP
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    From microsoft.com you can download Windows XP Pro for service pack 1,2 and 3.
     
    yadavarun, Mar 13, 2011 IP
  13. KodrutZ

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    Could you please give a direct link? Microsoft doesn't offer any Windows OS downloads!!!
     
    KodrutZ, Mar 21, 2011 IP
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    You can purchase the original Windows XP CD-ROM from online stores. Just add to your cart it will be delivered to your home.
     
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    There are several types of operating system in today's market, windows 7, windows Vista, Linux mint, Mac, windows XP, which one do you want to use? sometime it depend on your computer configuration. though windows XP is traditional version of OPS, you can get this on google. they provide all types of facility for their customer.
     
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    I have a copy of the Windows XP 2011. It's loaded with all the programs I need most like 7-zip, silverlight, IE8, etc.
     
    inspiroHost, Jun 2, 2011 IP
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    Try linux ubuntu, if not then get an iso of the windows oem version and install it using the oem liscense provided
     
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    you can get original windows xp dics offered at ebay or sites like that. Since you have original license you can use that to install. Alternatively you can call your laptop maker on recovery disc / oem installation disc and i am sure they post it at around $10.
     
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    They are surely not OS licenses, so go to computer shop and buy a brand new CD, install and use.
     
    serversea, Jun 22, 2011 IP
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    I'm sure Microsoft will be able to supply you with the CD media. They even might be so nice to send you a copy vir post.
     
    jdevilliers, Sep 27, 2011 IP