What version of windows can i install?

i am looking to install windows on my mac, however i only have 80GB left on my hard drive, i am aware that vista will have no problems installing but this uses 20GB minimum, and i believe XP only uses 5GB minimum of hard drive. the trouble i am having is what XP can i use? i see them listed as OEM's, and service pack 1,2 or 3. I have been told not to use an OEM. any help is much appreciated.

Hi,
you need "An authentic, 32-bit Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition or Professional with Service Pack 2 or Service Pack 3 disc" http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1899
OEm discs usually work fine unless you get a manufacturer-branded one from Dell, HP, Compaq or the like, as these usually only works on the computer they originally were sold with.
"An upgraded version of Microsoft Windows XP cannot be used because you are required to validate your copy of Windows by inserting an original Windows CD, but there is no way to eject the first disc until after Windows installation is complete and the Boot Camp drivers from the Mac OS X 10.6 DVD are installed."
Hope it helps
Stefan

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