From: beauchampy@REMOVEgmail.com   
      
   Beauchampy wrote:   
   > relic wrote:   
   >> Beauchampy wrote:   
   >>> Have you ever tried to reinstall windows XP on someone's PC, only for   
   >>> the install to reject the serial number on the COA?   
   >>>   
   >>> Is there anyway to pre determine what type of install CD the pc needs   
   >>> from the code on the COA?   
   >>>   
   >>> I know the difference between XP Home and Pro, but there seems to be   
   >>> different install CDs for different versions of home etc...   
   >>   
   >> Retail vs. OEM   
   >   
   > Is that it? Thanks! :-D   
      
   Ok next question - I'm setting up a small PC repair business. Just   
   local, no fix no fee type thing.   
      
   I think I've downloaded both Retail and OEM versions of both Pro and   
   Home, although from the download description I am unsure whether or not   
   my version of 'Home Retail' it is OEM or Retail. The headline says it is   
   OEM, but a user comment says it is Retail.   
      
   Is there a way, other than testing it with a serial number, to check   
   whether it is a retail or OEM installation CD?   
      
   I'd like to do this to avoid embarrassment!   
      
   Thanks again!   
      
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   >>> Any input greatly appreciated.   
   >>>   
   >>> Beauchampy   
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