Microsoft Windows Question

Hey guys I'm buying parts to build my own computer soon and i am confused as to what version of windows i need. The one I'm looking at says its an OEM version and you need to be a registered system builder to use it.

Link to it here: http://www.pccasegear.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=375_974&products_id=17003&zenid=c22bd220318596ba9eb54c18e3c74fe6

I know i need a 64-bit version etc. I'm not asking about that I'm asking about whether or not I am able to use an OEM version.

 

yes you are, they are meant to be for peo0ple building a reselling pcs but i buy them anyways as it comes with 3 copies of windows, and its cheaper.



tl'dr version yes you can i have oem aswell.

 

The one linked is a single license only and the 3 packs are usually only $10 ish cheaper than buying 3 licenses.

To the op, yes you can use an oem edition (you wouldn't be able to buy it otherwise) the oem edition just comes with a few restrictions like you may only ever use it on one pc ever, if you ever get a new computer or even upgrade certain components you are required (legally) to purchase a new copy of windows. You also receive zero support from Microsoft for your copy of windows because in buying the oem copy you are required to support windows and the computer you install it on.

 

it is 1 cd but most oems the key can reused on 3 seperate machines.

 

Every oem key is licensed for ONE pc (motherboard) activation ever. Once you activate an oem key that key is forever tied to that motherboard. You may be able to activate other machines with the key (would most likely need to activate over the phone) but it is illegal.

 

Negative, the version i bought stated it can be used on up to 3 machines. i've used this same key so far on 3 different mobos and they are all activated, and acknowledge by microsoft.

will have to dig up my reciept to find the product description i had.