If you order a disk by either method mentioned, you are replacing your
current disk, even if it comes from an alternative media link. Not sure why
you get so hung up on semantics (replacement/alternative, upgrade/migration,
etc.) Stay in context and speak the language of the original poster. Clarify
verbiage only IF the OP shows that the difference is causing a problem, or
you don't understand the question.
I felt it obvious from the original post that the machine, most likely, has
an OEM version of Vista Home Premium with SP1 already installed and that
Josh has a disk at his disposal that does not have SP1 on it. This implies
that he did not install VHP with this disc, but instead made a purchase of
additional software (at some time.) My guess, which may not be correct, is
he bought a Vista Ultimate upgrade disk from a store getting rid of it's
non-SP1 software. (But, this assumption is irrelevant to the answer.) The
product key obtained with the Vista Ultimate purchase will allow him to
obtain replacement media by either method I mentioned. He could also go back
to the store and demand an updated version, but they were willing to sell
him non-SP1 software and I could not tell from his post how long ago this
purchase was made.
And of course, to answer your question:
The first link provides contacts to MS to get a SP1 updated disk
(replacement media), but you have to talk to someone and provide "proof of
purchase" to get the replacement disc. They only charge shipping and
handling which works out to the same $10 price. You can get either x86 or
x64 by this method.
The second link will get you an x64 DVD disk (alternate media) by using your
product key to make the order and avoids the hassles of "proof of purchase"
or discussion with MS. You can only do this once per product key. (I do not
believe it can be used for OEM product keys, but that doesn't seem to apply
here.)
