We currently own an older Dell Inspiron laptop (forgot the model number) that has Windows XP installed. The laptop is physically getting worn out (one key cover won't stay on, sound plug connection is shorting, etc.), so we are looking for a replacement.
I would like to purchase another Inspiron laptop, but they only come with Windows Vista. Can the Windows XP license on our older laptop be transferred to a new laptop? I recall reading something about the Dell OS licenses being machine/BIOS dependent, so my first guess would be no.
I would like to purchase another Inspiron laptop, but they only come with Windows Vista. Can the Windows XP license on our older laptop be transferred to a new laptop? I recall reading something about the Dell OS licenses being machine/BIOS dependent, so my first guess would be no.