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RE: Vista Ultimate OEM
Hi Guys,

ok had to post some info here as there seems to be quite a few myths floating around regarding Window OEM versions, hardware instalations, windows reactivating etc :-)
I have been working in IT Security since 1985 and as a hobbie "build" PC's for family members, friends etc, i also rebuild my own systems at least once a year !!
Firstly I always purchase OEM versions of windows as these are invariably cheaper !! I do not need to purchase any hardware I buy the programme on its own. The reason OEM software versions are cheaper is that they are packaged without all the fancy boxing and reading material, its just the disk and the serial code and thats it !! 
Activating Windows after a reload is rechecked by Microsoft within a 6 month period, ie. if you load ANY version of Windows more than twice in a six month period even though you've entered a valid actvation serial key you will need to contact microsoft again, i normally ring the number provided and have the additional serial key sent as a text to my mobile phone.
If you are purchasing software and you feel confident regarding installation always try and purchase an OEM version, you will save money, unless stated by the developers there is no restrictions regarding updates, and it keeps the cost down for postage and packaging !! Cant think of anything else to add, hope this helps a bit ...just remember not to loose your original serial key !!! GL :-)
03-06-2009 11:03 AM
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Vista Ultimate OEM - by joemailey on 01-04-2007 at 02:32 PM
RE: Vista Ultimate OEM - by Ezra on 01-04-2007 at 03:31 PM
RE: RE: Vista Ultimate OEM - by joemailey on 01-04-2007 at 04:15 PM
RE: RE: RE: Vista Ultimate OEM - by markee on 01-04-2007 at 04:33 PM
RE: RE: RE: RE: Vista Ultimate OEM - by joemailey on 01-04-2007 at 06:37 PM
RE: Vista Ultimate OEM - by alexp2_ad on 01-04-2007 at 06:53 PM
RE: Vista Ultimate OEM - by joemailey on 01-04-2007 at 07:04 PM
RE: Vista Ultimate OEM - by mad dog mcg on 01-11-2007 at 09:41 PM
RE: RE: Vista Ultimate OEM - by alexp2_ad on 01-11-2007 at 09:45 PM
RE: Vista Ultimate OEM - by mad dog mcg on 01-11-2007 at 09:55 PM
RE: Vista Ultimate OEM - by Voldemort on 01-11-2007 at 09:56 PM
RE: Vista Ultimate OEM - by Kenji on 01-11-2007 at 10:01 PM
RE: Vista Ultimate OEM - by mad dog mcg on 01-11-2007 at 11:44 PM
RE: Vista Ultimate OEM - by Moo on 01-12-2007 at 12:03 AM
RE: Vista Ultimate OEM - by surfichris on 01-12-2007 at 05:21 AM
RE: Vista Ultimate OEM - by ipab on 01-12-2007 at 07:13 AM
RE: Vista Ultimate OEM - by Hank on 01-12-2007 at 07:40 AM
RE: Vista Ultimate OEM - by Shimerstaff on 03-06-2009 at 11:03 AM
RE: Vista Ultimate OEM - by Jimbo on 03-06-2009 at 01:36 PM
RE: Vista Ultimate OEM - by toddy on 03-06-2009 at 02:59 PM


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