Microsoft sent me a lower OS version when the computer crashed

I had Windows Vista Home Premium for about a year but it crashed and basically Windows had to send me a CD to reinstall Vista. However, they sent me Vista HomeBasic, not my original Vista Home Premium. Is there a way I can fix this for free?

If this error was made by Microsoft, communicate with them the same way you did to get the replacement first and ask them to fix the problem.  This issue is between you and them. We know nothing of the situation or the reason why they sent the replacement or why it was the wrong version or whatever it is and cannot help you here.  We cannot solve this problem.  You need to talk with them and deal with them.

I hope this helps and that they can help you out here.

Good luck!

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