Hard drive crashed. No longer have original recovery disks. Replaced drive and had to run Linux Mint because I can't get find a replacement recovery disk, and I now LOVE Linux and very happy with it, but finding that I still need to run Windows for a few apps that I spent lots of money on and can't get to run in Linux.
Is there any way to get a recovery disk for the E6420 so I can then reinstall Win7 and then dual-boot? I see some places out there that sell the recovery disk, but don't know if they're reputable and if it will work. My other option seems to be to pay full price again for an OEM rebuilder's version for $70.
Also, would obviously like to get it free (or cheaper than $70) if possible! :-)
Tried downloading directly from MS, but after entering my key, it tells me I have to contact the manufacturer. And cannot find a way to download anywhere on the Dell site.
Any advice or tips? It will be greatly appreciated! Thank you!!