Re: activation problem *please answer I only have 1 day



Justin wrote:
> I installed some new hardware and its asking me for my product key
> but I dont have one. I dont have the money for a new windows and i
> dont have me key because I had my computer repaired mabye 4 months
> ago and they reformatted my hard drive. They put a new windows on
> it but never gave me the key. Ive tried to email microsoft but i
> need my key and the phone isnt working so what can I do?

Uhm.. The cd key is still entered on the machine. It's just asking you to
re-activate.
If the activation is not working - then the cd key is likely invalid anyway.

It's been more than 120 days - so you should be able to activate over the
Internet.
If not - you can do it by telephone.

Try Magic Jelly Bean KeyFinder:
http://www.magicaljellybean.com/keyfinder.shtml

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Shenan Stanley
MS-MVP
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How To Ask Questions The Smart Way
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