0xC004D401 error

Hello, new here

I get the error message: 0xC004D401 and I have read the other posts on this topic, and they did not help.

I can't do the 'go to 'Start', 'Computer' go to 'System properties' thing, because nothing happens when I click on "System Properties".

I tried the method 'A' "B method"... thing etc, no luck and I cannot contact someone at Microsoft on their support, BECAUSE THEIR $# @! Support SHOULD take ACCOUNT of MY OPERATING SYSTEM BEFORE ILS WILL TALK TO ME< which="" is="" what="" this="" error="" prevents="">

Any suggestions?

Hi Jbird,

A. when exactly receive you this error?

Are b. you able to boot on your desktop?

C. recent changes made to your computer?

D. you are able to boot into safe mode?

E. what version of windows is installed on your computer?

F. are get you activation prompt windows?

G. who is the manufacturer of your computer?

H. do you receive an error message with this error code?

If you are prompted to activate your operating system and could not get the activation screen, you can try this step.

1. click onStart

2 typeslui 9 in the search box start and press to enter.

3 tryretyping the product key or activation online.

If you receive the same error, try Method 5 of the article below.

Error message when you try to activate Windows Vista: "an error has occurred."
http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/931276

If the problem persists, you can put your computer in a clean boot and then check the status. Uninstall the security software also.

How to troubleshoot a problem by performing a clean boot in Windows Vista
http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/929135

After checking the problem, turn the computer back to theNormal mode. Uninstall or update the program that is causing the problem.

Reinstall the security software that you uninstalled.

I hope this helps.

Bindu R - Microsoft Support
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