Restoring Windows XP On My HP Pavilion ze5300

I have an old HP Pavilion ze5300 that was running Win. XP. I wanted to update the operation system so I called myself putting Windows Vista on it. I purchased the copy of Vista new, but used it once before. Unfortunately, this is a no no with Microsoft. Well I would like to put the copy of Windows XP back onto it. Can someone explain how I can restore windows XP back onto my HP Pavilion ze5300 without having to purchase another copy.
When my computer loads now it attempts to load MS Vista, but it asked me for the serial key for the software, when I enter it. I get a message telling me that I've used it once already. And I did. But I assumed for $79 I could use it again. I can't figure out how to restore XP. Please can someone help with this. Once again, I have a HP Pavilion ze5300.
Thank you
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Hello dlbutler922. I understand you'd like to recovery your original operating system, correct?
Did you format the entire hard drive? If the recovery partition is still there you could try performing an HP System Recovery. This document outlines the process. If you're notebook was purchased prior to 2008 let me know and I can try to locate more relevant information.
If you did delete the partition you'd need some form of recovery media. Since you likely don't have one you could try to speak with HP directly. However, they may no longer carry discs for your model if it is older. Give them a call at 1-800-474-6836 if you're in the US/Canada. For other areas you'll need to visit HP Support Worldwide to locate your contact information.
If your notebook has a sticker with a product on it (and you can read it) you could acquire a Windows XP disc and use that key to install it on your notebook. As long as you're using the key only to install on the notebook it was intended for you should be within the constraints of the license agreement.
I hope this information is helpful; have a great day!
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