Re: Can't reinstall my windows xp




Yes, I double check the letter many times. I did put in correct key.
I don't see any option to install xp without a key. It requires the
product key
for installation and I just stuck there.

Steven;258986 Wrote:
carefully type the key. you need all capitals. are you typing capitals?
you
can install xp i think without a coa but you only have 30 days that
way

"tjj1" wrote:


My computer crashed and I am trying to reinstall my windows xp.
but when I go through the installation procedure, it won't take the
key
on the
COA. It keeps saying "Product id invalid".
I can't even install the windows xp now.
anyone encounter similar problem before?
BTW, I am 100% sure both my CD and COA are genuine.
My last installation is about 4 years ago and it works fine.
I really don't know why it suddenly stops working.
thanks if anyone can have some input


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tjj1



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