[AccessD] OT: OEM software bundles

I can't speak for the Office versions because I utilize a company perk "home
use" program for that, but as for Windows XP...yes, I use an OEM version of
Windows XP. My original copy (media and license) was purchased legitimately
with hardware as required. I then copied my original CD and slipstreamed in
SP2. For my additional machines, I purchased several OEM licenses (sticker
only, no media). I use my slipstreamed copy of the CD when
installing/reinstalling with the appropriate license. IIRC, the cost per
license was ~$140 per sticker...versus $200 for the retail box.

Mark


On 11/14/05, Kath Pelletti <KP at sdsonline.net> wrote:
>
> Have any of you purchased or considered purchasing OEM versions of Office
> or Windows?
>
> Is there any guarantee at all that it will be the full version? And how do
> MS handle the activation aspect of Office with these versions? Can they be
> re-installed? It seems to be very difficult to find a list of *all* of the
> limitations of the OEM's. Is it in the hands of the distributor to select
> what goes into the package?
>
> Some of these bundles do look tempting: http://www.softdisks.net
>
> Kath
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