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*Can* or *should* *nstall one copy of Windows XP*?
Purely out of interest, (and iicense issues aside), is it not possible to to
install an existing copy of WindowsXP on a second hard drive (whilst leaving
the original install in place) so that it can be configured without the fear
of staring from scratch, and _then_ reformat the original drive, so that
computer is legal again?
"Carey Frisch [MVP]" <cnfrisch@nospamgmail.com> wrote in message
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> One can only install one copy of Windows XP on one computer
> or hard drive. A second installation of Windows XP will require
> you to purchase a second license for the second installation.
> Once you purchase a second Windows XP license, you'll need
> to install it on your other hard drive. Afterward, you can install
> your programs using the original installation media.
>
> How to obtain additional licenses for Windows XP
>
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;814175&Product=winxp
>
> HOW TO: Install Windows XP
>
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;316941&Product=winxp
>
> --
> Carey Frisch
> Microsoft MVP
> Windows XP - Shell/User
>
> Be Smart! Protect Your PC!
>
http://www.microsoft.com/athome/security/protect/default.aspx
>
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>
> "Cristian Iosifescu" wrote:
>
> | Hi
> | I have an XP system with a fixed master HDD, and another HDD in a rack.
> I
> | use the first HDD for work and the second for games. The software
> installed
> | on both drives would be the same to a certain point.
> |
> | How could I copy all the bootable partition from the first HDD (Work) to
> | another bootable partition on the second HDD (Games)?
> |
> | Thanx
>
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