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Sell an Extra copy of Windows XP?

Discussion in 'Computers & Technology Forum' started by TomVols, Aug 13, 2005.

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  1. TomVols

    TomVols New Member

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    I just bought a Dell laptop, and they sent me 2 Windows XP cds with different authentication numbers, both individually wrapped. I called Dell and they told me to just keep it. I thought about selling it on EBay. Can I legally do that?
     
    #1 TomVols, Aug 13, 2005
  2. Ben W

    Ben W Active Member
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    Cant see why not, they are your property, and you can sell whatever computer gear you like second hand on Ebay, so why not?
     
    #2 Ben W, Aug 13, 2005
  3. TomVols

    TomVols New Member

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    They do say on the green XP cover "For distribution with new Dell Computers only"

    Does that change anything????????
     
    #3 TomVols, Aug 14, 2005
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    Magnetic Poles New Member

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    I think that if you sell ANY hardware, you are legal. Perhaps sell it with a power cord or something.
     
    #4 Magnetic Poles, Aug 14, 2005
  5. Petrel

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    A California district court ruled you can legally resell unopened OEM software. Head's up, though, I don't know if Ebay feels the same way. They may think that you have stolen the software instead of coming by it legally and delete your account.

    I'd risk it, though.
     
    #5 Petrel, Aug 15, 2005
  6. BibleMaMa

    BibleMaMa New Member

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    I need a Windows 98 disc... anyone have one they are willing to give up?

    Please....
     
    #6 BibleMaMa, Aug 15, 2005
  7. Hardsheller

    Hardsheller Active Member
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    TomVols,

    Have you sold that disk yet?
     
    #7 Hardsheller, Aug 19, 2005
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