Where can I download/g​et Windows 8 OEM if I have my product key

My laptop messed up and now I have to re-install windows 8 which came with my laptop.  I tried to get it for free from the microsoft website because I have my product key but the retail version wont work for my computer because I need the OEM version.  The Windows support guy said I could get this for free from HP but whenver I contact them they want me to pay $50+ dollars which doesnt make sense because ive already purchased windows.  How do I get a copy of this

You had the opportunity to create your own recovery disks when you got the computer if you read the manual.
Repeatedly tap the F11 key at boot to see if you can enter the recovery partition to factory restore your system.  If not, you will have to order the recovery disks.
You could download, create and burn a Windows 8.1 ISO to use on your system.  It will not have the HP Software that came with your computer though.
http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-8/creat​e-reset-refresh-media
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