Re: XP Pro Key not valid



Please follow this simple troubleshooting procedure, courtesy of MS MVP Carey Frisch:

1. Download and install the WGA Diagnostic Tool
http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?linkid=56062

2. After running the WGA Diagnostic Tool, click on the "Windows" tab and then click on "Copy to Clipboard".

3. Next, visit the following website and create a post in the "WGA Validation Problems" forum and paste the results of the WGA Diagnostic Data in a detailed post: http://social.microsoft.com/forums/en-US/genuinewindowsxp/threads/

4. A WGA troubleshooting specialist will analyze the data and recommend an appropriate solution.

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Pitt Larry wrote:
I have several XP Pro OEM keys that are without a doubt valid. I built a
new machine, can't install XP from old SP1 disk, slipstreamed on 2 different
times SP2 and SP3. Both load fine. When key comes up always not valid. I
have 3 seperate OEM keys from a MS distributor tried them all. No question
that they are valid. Intel dual core intel mobo Dg31gl. Any help

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