Windows 7 product key, but no disc

had to refomat laptop computer after a virus, have lost everything. Reinstalled windows xp recovery disc. There is a 7 product key of windows on the underside of the laptop.

Is it possible to reinstall without buying another copy of Windows 7?

Hi idlavelle,

The product key on the underside belongs to the preinstalled version of Windows 7 and can not be used with a normal installation disc for Windows 7.

In addition if your laptop comes with Windows 7 preinstalled you must create a recovery disc yourself with pre-installed recovery disc creator. All this is mentioned in the user manual, but it seems you didn t he read why? :(

Now it s too late and if you want the original off back of settings box you will need to order a recovery disc here:
https://backupmedia.Toshiba.EU/landing.aspx

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