Replacement Windows XP media--how to obtain?

I have an older T43 Thinkpad in which I installed the Windows 7 Release Candidate and now need to go back to XP.  I have the key code sticker  for the XP Pro O/S on the bottom of my laptop but no XP disk--also not on the "hidden" partition on the hard drive.  Anyone know how I could get XP installation media--will Lenovo provide?
Thanks.
DD

Hi DD,
Welcome to the forum!
You can borrow Win XP CD from someone or even torrent it and legally install Windows using the serial number from the back sticker of your thinkpad using proceeding guide:- http://www.4shared.com/file/226736032/610b9d8a/how-to-fresh-install-windows-x.html
Hope it helps.
Maliha (I don't work for lenovo)
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