Where can I get an XP/Vista CD/DVD for Repair installs?

Teletubby · 10-01-2009, 11:55 AM

Ok, in the process of being a beginner computer technician, I have come across the cold fact that I need to have at least one XP and one Vista Install CD in my tools arsenal, so I can do repair installs, fresh installs, etc. for people with boot problems and such. However, I bought all 4 of my current computers OEM, so they did not come with an XP/Vista disc or anything.

I was wondering, is it possible to purchase these discs for a small price? I mean, I don't need a license or anything, just the disc to do repair installs and other stuff. I think I heard somewhere that if you contact your computer manufacturer, they will send you an OS disc, but I am not sure of this.

**simpswr** · 10-01-2009, 12:01 PM

Try ebay

10-01-2009, 11:55 AM	#1 (permalink)
Teletubby Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 89 OS: Win xp	Where can I get an XP/Vista CD/DVD for Repair installs? Ok, in the process of being a beginner computer technician, I have come across the cold fact that I need to have at least one XP and one Vista Install CD in my tools arsenal, so I can do repair installs, fresh installs, etc. for people with boot problems and such. However, I bought all 4 of my current computers OEM, so they did not come with an XP/Vista disc or anything. I was wondering, is it possible to purchase these discs for a small price? I mean, I don't need a license or anything, just the disc to do repair installs and other stuff. I think I heard somewhere that if you contact your computer manufacturer, they will send you an OS disc, but I am not sure of this. __________________ Currently working towards A+ and MCSA certification.

10-01-2009, 12:01 PM	#2 (permalink)
simpswr Moderator Hardware Team Join Date: May 2007 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 12,274 OS: XP, Vista, Win 7	Re: Where can I get an XP/Vista CD/DVD for Repair installs? Try ebay __________________ Rich MemTest86 \| BenchTest \| Virus/Trojan/Spyware Help How to post a Screen Shot \| PC running slow?