"Kerry" <Kerry@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
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> Thanks Mike for the quick reply. The problem is the laptop was scrapped
> for
> parts and sold. We are now trying to install on HP Desktop PC. The
> install
> worked but when it came to the key code, nothing we tried work, IE using
> other key codes from other pc's/laptops in our office.
>
The OEM License is tied to the laptop. It cannot be transferred to another
pc according to the terms of the license. In addition the versions of XP
supplied by HP look for a particular BIOS. Buy a legitimate copy of XP.
Kerry