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windows xp activation

Discussion in 'Windows XP' started by oj0sverdes, 2007/09/12.

  1. 2007/09/12
    oj0sverdes

    oj0sverdes Inactive Thread Starter

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    had to use the reinstallaton disk in order to fix a totally different problem on my pc....but i have lost the activation code that came on the disk sleeve.....so now the computer is indicating that i have 28 days left...is there any way around this or am i scr*w*d and have to purchase an activation code.....and if so from where do i purcase one?
     
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  2. 2007/09/13
    Arie

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    Did you do a clean install, or a repair?

    If you did a repair, there are several products that will read your key from the registry:

    ViewKeyXP

    Everest

    Tweaking Toolbox XP

    If you formatted (clean install), none of the tools can get the key and the key is not on the CD.

    If Windows XP is retail, contact Microsoft for possible replacement key: How to replace Microsoft software or hardware, order service packs and product upgrades, or replace product manuals


    If Windows XP is from an OEM, contact the OEM, Microsoft may not be able to help with OEM.
     
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  4. 2007/09/13
    WinCrazy

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    FYI, an "OEM" (Original Equipment Manufacturer) is the company that manufactured the whole computer, such as Dell, HP-Compaq, Gateway, etc.

    If you used an XP Installation disc (not a Restore disc) on a home-buit desktop PC then you are hosed. If you have an OEM PC then the OEM's tech support really should be able to help you - even if they issued an XP Installation disc along with the PC.

    All laptops are OEM, naturally.
     
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  5. 2007/09/13
    visionof

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    There is no way around having the code
    At the worst you can call msoft
    However it will be expensive as they are pushing vista and not xp now
     
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  6. 2007/09/14
    oj0sverdes

    oj0sverdes Inactive Thread Starter

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    thanks...viewkeyxp worked
     
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