Windows 7 for refurbished PCs

[Geates]

So I have an old HP dv4 from 2008. The hdd malfunctions so I bought a replacement. I was going to use the recovery CDs to put the OS (Vista 64) back on the computer but noticed the PK on the COA had worn off ... completely. It seems like my only legitimate option would be to install a retail OS. The question is, what is the purpose of the cheaper "Windows 7 for refirbished PCs"? Is it a compliment software or will it fully install Windows 7?

-Geates

http://raqxtr.sstar.com/caspdoc/html/chapter_5__developer_s_reference.htm

 

[strongm]

I believe that technically it is only supposed to be supplied direct to authorised system builder's who are refurbishing older PCs, as part of the Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR) program .

The license works pretty much the same as an OEM license, and theoretically should not be available by itself as a retail product.