Laptop computer reformat HD with desktop backup files

So I wanted to reformat my laptop for quite awhile, but don't want to shell out the cash for a new operating system. Or that I want to use the system recovery/backup of the laptop, I'd start rather cool. So, I was wondering if I was able to save the HD on my HP desktop computer to reformat my laptop. I called HP support and asked them, and I was told that this was not possible, although the technology was not clear enough. Both are Vista, even if it is a 64-bit and the other is a 32-bit

So, is it possible and if not, why not?

In addition, as a question, is possible to ONLY backup files Vista basic and lose all the rest?

No, without having to install a retail copy, you would be unable to do a cleaning. You will need to use the recovery media. Keep in mind that the operating system should turn on and so with the right combo of software OEM and OEM key on the bottom of the unit.

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