questions regarding different discs and activation


  1. Alduins Khajiit
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    questions regarding different discs and activation


    I broke my Windows 7 Ultimate disc so I had a friend burn me a copy of his but I wrote down my activation info code and stuff. if I were to have to reinstall Windows 7, would I be able to use that burnt disc using my info and it still be activated and genuine?
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  3. Brink
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    Hello Alduins,

    Yes. What matters is the product key. You can install with any Windows installation media for the edition (ex: Ultimate) that your product key is for, and activate with your key. :)
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  4. whs
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    If your friends disc does not work, burn your own from here - just make sure it matches your product key.

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