hello just a quick question! i have an old hp g3 dl380 which i have been using since new i bought it with win 2003 pre installed. version win 2003 standard r2 5 clt hp. i am assuming the hp at the end means it is locked to hp and i must use the original disks if i wish to re install it. however this disks i got when i purchased the server have become damaged and are useless. is there anyway to use this serial code with another win 2003 disk as i have a full retail copy. or must i contact hp and get a replacement for the disks bundled with the unit thanks peter?

Yes, I think you'll need to contact HP support for replacement media.Regards, Dave Patrick .... Microsoft Certified Professional Microsoft MVP [Windows]

thanks hoped it was bios locked and you could use a normal win 2003 server disk thanks for your help

Hi, Please contact HP to verify the version of the Windows Server 2003 comes with the HP G3 DL380 computer. If it’s a retail one, you can use the retail copy you own to perform a reinstall. Or else, you should ask them to ship one disk to you. Best Regards, Vincent Hu