Don't have disc for Windows XP Home Edition

I recently discovered that the disc I had from Tiny which I thought contained
all the Windows XP files does not contain these and is only for basic
drivers. When my hard drive failed and I had to have it replaced, the shop
had to format the disc and reinstall Windows XP for me as I didn't have the
necessary files. Therefore, should I ever need to reinstall Windows XP I am
unable to do so myself and could only do this through a PC shop. I have been
toying with buying a full version of Windows XP. Would it be worth it and
does anyone have any other workarounds or suggestions?

The company from which you first bought the computer is/was required to
provide you with a method to reinstall the operating system if necessary.
Your problem originates with them.

"Kate" <> wrote in message
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>I recently discovered that the disc I had from Tiny which I thought
>contained
> all the Windows XP files does not contain these and is only for basic
> drivers. When my hard drive failed and I had to have it replaced, the shop
> had to format the disc and reinstall Windows XP for me as I didn't have
> the
> necessary files. Therefore, should I ever need to reinstall Windows XP I
> am
> unable to do so myself and could only do this through a PC shop. I have
> been
> toying with buying a full version of Windows XP. Would it be worth it and
> does anyone have any other workarounds or suggestions?

I understand that. Unfortunately they (Tiny) went out the game before I
realised I was short of the necessary disc

Hello kate,

If you have the installation ID you can phone microsoft and say that your
oem disc is lost , they will provide you with a new one for about 36 dollars
or so, i had one replaced for 20 euros.

Best regards,
Michel Denie
"Kate" <> wrote in message
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>I understand that. Unfortunately they (Tiny) went out the game before I
> realised I was short of the necessary disc

Thanks. That's good news. I didn't know I could do that. I will follow your
advice

Hello Kate,

Have a look at this article. It may be relevant to your prºblem.

http://support.microsoft.com/?id=326246

I hope this post is helpful.

Let us know how it works ºut.

Good luck
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"Kate" wrote:

> Thanks. That's good news. I didn't know I could do that. I will follow your
> advice

Hi Kate,

You are most welcome

Best Regards,
Michel Denie

"Kate" <> wrote in message
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> Thanks. That's good news. I didn't know I could do that. I will follow
> your
> advice

The English link is to be found here:
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/326246/en-us
"Kate" <> wrote in message
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> Thanks. That's good news. I didn't know I could do that. I will follow
> your
> advice