thanks again.
i took your advice and read some....
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/932795
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Installing a 64-bit version of Windows Vista on a computer that is running a different 64-bit version of Windows Vista
The following list shows the 64-bit to 64-bit upgrade paths that are available:
Windows Vista Home Premium to Windows Vista Ultimate
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Full Version.........$399.99
Upgrade Version...$259.99
This seems to be option A at the moment. (staples)
It says I can Back up the data by using the "Backup and Restore" feature in Windows Vista. ??
still open for other options, but this right now is actually the more economical if it does what i understand it to do
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Not sure what the stipulations are for a 'bad' key ...
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I have a good copy for a few hours yet, you think I may have changed things when I ran <slmgr\rearm>....?
My product key is valid for an upgrade even if it is expired....NO???
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