If the copy is a full retail version then yes. If, however, the copy came in
the form of 'recovery disks' then you will not be able to install xp because
the recovery disks are tied to the original machine.
For more details on installing Windows XP visit my website
http://xphelpandsupport.mvps.org Click on beginner Guides and take a look at
Question 6 in the Windows XP section - Installing Windows XP
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"strider001" <strider001@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
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> My PC has just been replaced, with a brand new custom build after an
> insurance claim because I already owned a full version of Win XP home the
> O/s
> was not replaced, can I re-install the version I own onto my new PC.
>
> TIA
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> Les Tooze
