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Installing Windows 7 OEM DVD using HP OEM Key
Hi, I'm looking for help with Microsoft's verification rules. Here's the situation:
I've just recently purchased an HP HPE-170f desktop computer, which came with Windows 7 Home Premium pre-installed (no DVD provided). I have the Windows 7 key for this pre-installed version of Wndows 7 (it is written on the side of my computer).
Of course, this computer comes loaded with bloatware, and I want to do a clean install of windows (I've tried deleting everything through the control panel, but there are still many remanants, and the computer is slow to start).
A family member has also recently purchased a PC - his is custom made with Windows 7 Home Premium pre-installed. He has the the Windows 7 OEM DVD. I do not have his key. I'm wondering whether I can use his Windows 7 OEM DVD with my HP Windows 7 key to clean install Windows 7 from his DVD (both versions are 64-bit).
If I do this, will I be able to verify my Windows 7 software?
If this won't work, what other ways can I do a clean install?
Thanks for answering my question.