An OEM license key can be used to activate an installation of disc in Windows vista Home Premium retail?

Hello

I lost the recovery partition which have recovery files and I have not either CD.
Is possible to use the key on the sticker on the laptop to turn on disc retail windows?
Thank you.

Yes. That's what the key is there for. Recovery partitions use the manufacturer key.

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