Win XP Pro *FULL VERSION* (not just upgrade) plus cheapo wheel mouse for $140.50 (or less) SHIPPED FedEx

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MontyBurns

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GoogleGear has the FULL VERSION of Win XP Pro (not just upgrade) for $139, as long as it's purchased with any other hardware item (to satisfy the OEM licensing agreement). FedEx shipping is only 50 cents.

Get it here.

EDIT: The "hardware purchase" can be anything excluding software or zip/cd media. For example,
this cheapo wheel mouse is only $1. They also have several cables for 99 cents.


 
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stso

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Btw, I think it is the OEM version, that's why we have to buy additional hardware :Q
 
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What are ALL the differences between Win XP Pro (full not upgrade) retail vs OEM?
 
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Full Version
OEM
Differences between the OEM and retail version of Windows XP are the following:
Retail version comes in a fancy box. OEM does not.
Retail version contains a printed manual. OEM comes with an instruction booklet.
Customers who purchase the retail version are eligible for tech support from Microsoft.
Retail version offers the option to do a "Quick Install" or a "Clean Install." OEM version offers the "Clean Install" option only. However, performing a "Clean Install" is HIGHLY recommended.
The OEM version costs approximately $100-$150 less than the retail version.
 
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Pothead - Thanks for the info. Sounds like OEM is perfect for me, I don't need a fancy box, fancy manual or quick install.

Clean install is good for the soul.

I think I'm going to buy 64MB MMC for my wife's Kodak DX3700 digicam, first I have to verify that's the right media for that camera, I think it is.

Any other suggestions on relatively cheap stuff under $50?
 
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MontyBurns

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Rossman: For what it's worth, I have the DX4900, and it takes compact flash cards. I think all the Kodaks do.


(I highly recommend these cameras, by the way... the DX4900 is about the cheapest 4 megapixel camera you can find, and the quality of the prints is spectacular.)



 
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The Newegg price is $4 more with shipping (and also requires a hardware purchase).

Also, for folks worrying about what "hardware purchase" means: GoogleGear says that means basically ANY other purchase, excluding software and cd media. So, a cable would meet the requirement. (GoogleGear has lots of cheap cables.)

 
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MontyBurns

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Looks like you could also use this wheel mouse to satisfy the hardware requirement. At $1, I'm sure you get what you pay for. But since you have to buy something...

They have several cables for 99 cents, and a Kodak inkjet photo paper promotional pack for $1.

 
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I have the OEM version from Googlegear and it is great - I actually bought the version with the Plus! pack, which is basically a bunch of useless junk. Ah well . . . One issue that I am NOT sure of, but which could be very important, is whether the OEM version can be re-activated by calling the MS phone number if you make a major change to your system. I imagine it can be, but do not know for sure.
 
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The OEM version activates the exact same way as the retail version. The ONLY difference is the packaging, and telephone support from Microsoft. (With OEM, you're supposed to call the OEM source for support.)

I only use OEM versions of XP, and I've had absolutely no trouble with activations and reactivations.

 
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Originally posted by: MontyBurns
Rossman: For what it's worth, I have the DX4900, and it takes compact flash cards. I think all the Kodaks do.


(I highly recommend these cameras, by the way... the DX4900 is about the cheapest 4 megapixel camera you can find, and the quality of the prints is spectacular.)
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I wish all Kodak digicams had CF media but they don't :( I just visited Kodak.com (cannot directly link because of session id) and here's what it says:

Capture great candids
Life's spontaneous. So you need a camera that can capture all of its special moments. Check out the EasyShare DX3700. It has 3.1MP resolution for excellent picture quality up to 11" x 14" for those pictures you'll want to share with family and friends. And when it comes to getting closer to the fun, the 3X digital zoom does the job.

Shoot spontaneously
The DX3700 has 8MB of internal memory built right in so you'll never miss a shot. If you've filled your camera to capacity but there are still great pictures to be taken, don't worry the DX3700 has a MultiMedia Card/Secure DigitalTM memory card (MMC/SD) expansion slot, so you'll have plenty of memory to keep on shooting with optional MMC/SD memory cards.

Share with ease
If you use the optional KODAK Camera Dock, sharing is just as easy. Simply place the DX3700 in the dock, touch the button and pictures are automatically sent to your computer and are ready for e-mailing and printing. The Camera Dock will also quickly and automatically recharge your camera's battery pack, so you'll always be ready to take more pictures.

Damn them for using such stupid media!!!

Maybe I'll go with NewEgg.com if they ship USPS to my PO Box.
 
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I only use OEM versions of XP, and I've had absolutely no trouble with activations and reactivations.
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Same here....have activated my copy of XP Pro four times, twice via net, twice via phone......at no time was any question asked if I had OEM or retail, just "What were the numbers on my screen, now here are the numbers to put in for activation.....thank you very much for using MS."
 
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Why do you care about "*FULL VERSION*"? IIRK, the "upgrade" version merely requires you to have a prior release of Windows (98 or later) in order to install. And, you either need it already installed or have to have the media onhand.

Otherwise, there is no difference in the two.
 
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Here's a better deal :) For me anyways.

www.upgrade-soluition.com

Windows XP PRO VERSION2002 OEM: $121
16 MB SIMM FAST PAGE (4X32) 72 PIN : $4 <- required hardware purchase
Ground Shipping: $4.95
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Total: $129.95

They also have the home edition for $82
 
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Have you guys tried to install the OEM WinXP on another computer after it's activated with your old computer? My question is, what if you need to take OEM WinXP off from one computer and install it on a whole new system you just built? Will Microsoft allow you to move an OEM version of WinXP from an older computer to a new computer?
 
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SuperDaveDCF

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I would guess you will run into some grief in trying to put your OEM copy on another PC. An OEM
license, as far as MS is concerned, is tied to the PC that it was originally installed on and cannot
be transferred. I work for IT for a state agency and we were not able to transfer our OEM Windows
licenses from PCs that were being surplused. Also, if we donated the PCs to a charity, the charity
had to buy another license because the OEM license does not transfer. Uncle Bill wants to get
paid..........again and again and again!!!!!!!

YMMV but don't be surprised if you are not able to activate.
 
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TaylorD

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dave981, DSP stands for Distribution System Preinstallation

its meant for installations on systems before they are sold, but is essentially the same as OEM (CD, License, Booklet)
 
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