Re: Windows XP activation

MattSamyel wrote:
Excuse me, I got COA tag with my new computer and shop assistant told me, that I can use it with every CD of Windows XP Proffesional. So I installed Windows XP Prof. and downloaded program (from http://microsoft.cz ) to reset Product Key. I ran it, inserted Product Key, but it showed error. I restarted PC and System told me to activate. So I ran activating program, and inserted Product Key. Only response was, that activation program said me, it couldnt activate widnows, and that, I have to call support. I rather ask here. Do you know, what is wrong?

Thank for help.
The story is, the key goes with the type of software.
XP Pro, Home, or MCE. Then there is a Retail and OEM version of each. Not counting Volume License (VL) versions.
Your sticker should tell you what its for.
If you got things right, its not wrong to have to call MS to get it activated on occasions. I've reloaded my PC 10 times in one week and finally had to call MS. Okay, I like to play. It could be that simple. Remember "could be".
IMHO a COA sticker is a COA Sticker. Unlike someone writing it on a paper sleeve and saying its right.

I might ask, if you got a CD, and you bought it, it too comes with a Key , why not use it? But if you mean borrowed it, then I understand.

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