Can I install windows on my MBP from a backup disk? [Archive]

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rwd hero

Oct 7, 2009, 07:39 PM

I have a backup disk I made with my HP that restores the computer back to factory. Can I use that disk to install windows through bootcamp on my mid 09 uMBP?

old-wiz

Oct 7, 2009, 08:32 PM

No; restore disks cannot be used to install windows via bootcamp. The restore disks are only for the hardware they are sold with.