Reinstalling Windows XP

[Medellon]

I want to reinstall Windows XP but can't find my original upgrade disk. My concern is if I buy another Windows XP upgrade will I be able to format my hard drive and reinstall Windows XP because I no longer have the Windows 98 disk to show proof.

 

[Ryoga]

AFAIK, you need to show proof whenever your install an upgrade OS.

 

[conlan]

You still have the Win98 Product key?

 

[Medellon]

Yes I have the key and cover but no disk

 

[mechBgon]

Originally posted by: Medellon
Yes I have the key and cover but no disk

Call Microsoft and give them the code off the cover that starts with X (not the install key), and ask to buy a new CD because you lost yours.

 

[cubby1223]

I'm almost positive you can do a new install without the Win98 cds - the installation sees the current version of Windows on the drive & uses that as the requirement.