OEM XP causing problems?

Discussion in 'Windows Virtual Machine' started by xuclarockerx, Feb 26, 2008.

  1. xuclarockerx

    xuclarockerx Bit poster

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    I used the trial version of Parallels with my old Compaq's XP CD. I was able to run XP but I couldn't access any USB devices from Windows. I also trialed VMWare Fusion with the same results. Is it likely that the USB problems are due to using my old Compaq's XP disc? Will I need to shell out for another copy of Windows, or is there another solution? Thanks.
     
  2. kat

    kat Product Expert

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    Point of information: Computer manufacturers add a file to the rescue copy of Operating system that they issue. (OEM windows xp with computer manufacturer company label on it = added file.)
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    Last edited: Feb 26, 2008
  3. Eru Ithildur

    Eru Ithildur Forum Maven

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    It sounds like your Compaq disk has some things specific to their hardware configuration, it is probably the problem.
     

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