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What is the difference between OEM, RETAIL, BOX, BULK?

kreuss Posted messages 11 Status Member -  
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Hello,

I would like to know if there is someone who can explain to me the exact difference between a hard drive:

- OEM
- RETAIL
- BOX
- BULK

Thank you for your answers.

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    LordMacDragus Posted messages 13817 Status Contributor 2 886
     
    Hello,

    - OEM : Hard drive delivered in a complete and assembled PC, provided without a box.
    - RETAIL : Hard drive sold in its original box with accessories, etc...
    - BULK : Hard drive sold without packaging or accessories.

    A+ =)

    PC Boot Errors:
    "Keyboard not found, Press any key to continue." OR "Keyboard error, F11 to resume."
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    1. epango Posted messages 37195 Registration date   Status Member Last intervention   4 270
       
      OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer): refers to software provided to manufacturers. This software is tied to the first computer in which it is installed. If you change (or replace the motherboard), you generally need to purchase a new license. It is provided without a manual or with a reduced manual. Microsoft does not support such software. You need to contact

      Retail or box, which is practically the same thing: a product supplied with a manual, cables, and drivers. In the case of software, it can be put on another PC and Microsoft handles the customer support.

      Bulk: is generally used for parts: products delivered without cables, without a manual, but may have drivers available, if necessary. Basic packaging.

      A+
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    2. kreuss Posted messages 11 Status Member 1
       
      Do you need a driver for a hard drive?
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    3. kreuss Posted messages 11 Status Member 1
       
      Ah yes, that's true, I believe, but well, I have Ubuntu.
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    4. epango Posted messages 37195 Registration date   Status Member Last intervention   4 270
       
      For a CD/DVD drive or a burner, no drivers are needed. They use the generic drivers included in Windows.

      See you!
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