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A Dutch Windows install in the UK

Discussion in 'Windows XP' started by davidoftheshire, 2009/12/17.

  1. 2009/12/17
    davidoftheshire

    davidoftheshire Inactive Thread Starter

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    Hi,

    I am about to replace the system board and processor in a friends XP PC. The installed version of XP is a Dutch version (he's Dutch but based in UK). He's lost his original installation CD.



    When I boot up the machine after the upgrade I am pretty sure that Windows will want an XP CD inserted at some point, I think I need to enter the recovery console and choose the option to keep all settings. Question is can I use a UK XP CD or does it have to be a Dutch one and if so, where do I get hold of one!

    He has his activation code.

    Thanks!
     
    davidoftheshire,
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  2. 2009/12/17
    PeteC

    PeteC SuperGeek Staff

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    Welcome to WindowsBBS :)

    When you change the motherboard you need to make a Repair install of Windows ....

    How to replace the motherboard on a computer that is running Windows Server 2003, Windows XP, or Windows 2000

    You will need a Dutch version of the install CD to do this .....

    Try eBay .....

    http://computers.shop.ebay.co.uk/Co...tware_SR&_fln=1&_ssov=1&_trksid=p3286.c0.m282

    You will also need to install the chipset drivers, etc for the motherboard - these should be on a CD accompanying the mobo.
     
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