Using the same install disk on multiple computers.

Question

Hi there.

I know this question has been asked multiple times, but this question is more direct for me then the others i've found.

I've run into debate on a unkown forum regarding multi use of XP install disk.

I just got a new job at refurbishing old computers, that is mostly just dustfilled and in rare cases have bad ram/hdd/gpu/psu or any other malfunctions.

Is it against MS EULA to use one install CD on multiple computers, and ofcourse only on computers that have the official Windows key sticked on them? (in this case Win XP Home and Pro, we dont get any pc's that can handle higher OS then XP, and all below XP get recycled accordingly to latest Recycle laws)

Is there a key out there that I can use on computers that has no Windows key on them, that allow me to install Windows and will give the person 30-60 day's to activate it after it's been sold? (is there any way that the key would be activated after it's been sold (the new owner boots up the PC), in case I could not sell it with in 30-60 day time)

I have Home and PRO original CD's but they have SP2 on them. Is there any place I can download latest version of PRO and Home? or do I have to Intergrate SP3 and all the extra patches my self? Is there any MS official site that can help me in creating the up to date install CD (with SP3 and all the newest updates)?

Answer 1

Microsoft makes refurbished PCs its latest WGA anti-piracy target

Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher Program Helps Extend the Life of PCs

Microsoft Refurbisher Programs

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Carey Frisch

Answer 2

There is no key which can be used on multiple PC's unless you have a volume Licence key.

You can install on multiple PC's using the same disk, but would need to use the individual key that was origonally supplied with that PC. The win version you are installing would need to match the version that was origonally installed on that PC.

You can download win if you have an MS TechNet license

Answer 3

I've allready read it trough, and it does not answer my questions dirfdfectly.

Answer 4

All you have to do is read a Windows XP OEM End User License Agreement (EULA) which is embedded.

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Carey Frisch

Answer 5

allright thanks, but could you direct me into the right direction, beside those 3 links you posted and that might answer my 4 questions? most all I've read coming directly from microsoft have been preety furry/missleading/not to the point (atleast for me it has) and not descriping what you can do and cant.

If not then I guess I'll have to contact them personaly.