Replacement install disk?

[Svetgar]

Hey there. I have a copy of Windows XP MCE 2005, but it looks like the install disk got lost when I moved. I still have the key, because the COA is stuck to the side of my computer.

Any clue how to get a new install disk?

 

[Catweazle]

http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx/kb/326246


Basically, because XP MCE was never made available as a retail product, you'd have to request replacement media from the system builder. If the system builder has gone out of business there are alternative procedures available to get a replacement from Microsoft, directly as an end-user. You do have to provide details of the company you purchased the media center PC from though.


Failing all of that, best to find somebody who has a MCE install disk and make a copy of the thing. The disks aren't copy-protected.

 

[Svetgar]

I would just make a copy but I've had hard luck finding someone who has one. I'd use a torrent, but frankly those make me a bit paranoid.

I suppose I will just have to call HP and jump through whatever hoops they have.

 

[Catweazle]

It'd surprise me to hear that a HP 'pooter came with a Windows install disk anyway, rather than with pre-installation 'Recovery media'.