Non-OEM install disk?

What is a non-OEM install disk? I have various problems withmy computer and someone suggested I use this to do a repair install, though I'm not sure I know what that is or whether I have one.

Something which did not come with your computer, A retail version to be precise. Windows 7 has a feature which allows you to make a repair disc which will allow you to use its recovery tools just like the non-OEM disk.
follow the below given steps in  your computer  and you should have one
http://windows.microsoft.com/en-IN/windows7/Create-a-system-repair-disc
Hope this helps you out 
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