have the product key, no disk, need to reinstall xp.

A XP Home Edition, but had bad virus. cleared pc and installed vista. wish I didn't. hogwash. PC not come with xp disc but have the product key. How can I download xp home on cd to use with my original product key and get rid of vista?

You can not;
If came preinstalled winxp either you should have a recovery cd or a hidden restore partition. Only PC manufacturer can provide a restore disc.
If you purchased a retail version of Windows XP, you must provide proof of purchase, i.e. a receipt until you receive a replacement disc

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