:?: Hi I bought this new computer a while ago (the one I'm using right now) and it already came with windows xp on it, It did come with a boot CD but windows was not included in it. I was wondering if there is anyway that I could extract or make a copy of the windows that came on the computer already so that I could install on a computer that I just finished building from a bunch of computer parts that I aquired and by the way the cd code or key is on the back of my computer (a lil sticker) thank you. I really apreciated, ohh and if u can can u email me on email removed thankx again!
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Jump to PostI make backup cd's for everything and yes, you can make a copy of the windows cd. It's not illegal (making 1 backup for non-commericial use) so I'll tell you how.
First Step
- Right-Click on the Start button and click Explore
- At the top click Tools then …
Jump to PostIf all you've got is a restore CD, you might be out of luck. However, some OEMS have started including the i386 directory on their hard drives, for when you need those files. Try doing a search, or look in the root of C:\, for all folders named "i386"
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