Windows installation disk.

[nathanschafer]

Hey.

I am trying to install windows on my 2010 macbook pro via bootcamp. We did not acquire a windows installaton disk when my family bought our windows machine. Would it be possible to use my uncles windows installation disk (already used) to install windows?. Sorry, I am new to the world of mac (but loving it!) Thanks.

 

[computertechno]

Hey.

I am trying to install windows on my 2010 macbook pro via bootcamp. We did not acquire a windows installaton disk when my family bought our windows machine. Would it be possible to use my uncles windows installation disk (already used) to install windows?. Sorry, I am new to the world of mac (but loving it!) Thanks.

you need a legit serial key

 

[nathanschafer]

Thanks, so If I have the serial key, It will work?

How do you find the serial key?

 

[alust2013]

Thanks, so If I have the serial key, It will work?

How do you find the serial key?

If it's already been installed on one computer, its license has already been used and it won't work on yours.

 

[hfletcher]

If you are trying to install an OEM copy (one that came with a windows computer), it'll simply refuse to activate, because often the OEM version will be locked to only work on specific hardware (e.g a Dell). You need to purchase a retail version of Windows from a shop or from somewhere like amazon

 

[vipergts2207]

Here's probably what you want.

http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=5213932&CatId=306

That one is W7 home premium 64-bit. There are other OEM versions available as well.

 

[nathanschafer]

Thankyou all for your help. It is very appreciated