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

Discussion in 'Windows, Linux & Others on the Mac' started by rwd hero, Oct 7, 2009.

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  1. rwd hero, Oct 7, 2009

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    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?
     
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  2. old-wiz, Oct 7, 2009

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