Activation Key

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I have 2 compaq systems with the COA on the side.
Can I use 1 Windows XP Pro CD to install both systems and use each separate
key on the side of the machines?
 
Was Windows XP Pro originally installed on the computers?
The Compaq COA Product Key will only work with Compaq's
original Recovery CD furnished with the computer at time of purchase.
It will not work with a "Retail Version" of Windows XP.

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| I have 2 compaq systems with the COA on the side.
| Can I use 1 Windows XP Pro CD to install both systems and use each separate
| key on the side of the machines?
 
If you purchased the XP Pro CD separately from a retail outlet you will not
be able to use the COA Product Keys on the side of the case with any retail
version of XP. You need to use the product key that came with the XP Pro CD.
In some instances you can use the same CD and supply different keys however
that is not always true. You may wish to direct your question to Compaq.
 
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