lewis 0 Posted December 12, 2007 i have a couple of pc with xp pro would like to install vista on one of them to see if i like vista but i want to do a clean install so if i take off xp for 4 to 6 mo will i be able to reactivate my copy of xp pro or will i be stuck with vista thanks Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NIM 232 Posted December 12, 2007 As far as I know, you should be able to activate it without any problems mate. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LUZR4LIFE 35 Posted December 12, 2007 i have a couple of pc with xp pro would like to install vista on one of them to see if i like vista but i want to do a clean install so if i take off xp for 4 to 6 mo will i be able to reactivate my copy of xp pro or will i be stuck with vista thanksIt depends on how many times you have activated it, I think there is a limit of around 20, you will get a message stating that the registration has bee acceded when you reach the limit, then all you have to do is call MS and notify them why you have acceded the limit, they will then reset your account. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites