Cannot activate Vista, said the product key already in use

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• I cannot activate my windows Vista, says the product key already in use

  I reinstall my windows vista, when I try to turn it on, pop up and says... you type the product key is already used... I don't remember copy my drive to vista... or install another computer... what I'll do... ?

  Activate Vista by phone:
  http://www.Vistax64.com/tutorials/84488-activate-Vista-phone.html

  NOTE:
  If the activation service informs you that she has failed and cannot help with activation, thenSTAY ON THE LINE and your call will be transferred to an operator of activation which will help you to activate your copy of Vista. The operator will give you all the numbers to ID of Confirmation if they accept that your copy of Vista is legitimate.
  NOTE: The operator just explain your situation and what you did to require activation. (EX: hardware upgrade, installed Vista on a new computer after uninstalling it from the old one, etc...)

  For the benefits of others looking for answers, please mark as answer suggestion if it solves your problem.

• After reformatting computer, Vista indicates the product key already in use

  All my products are AUTHENTIC, and as you know sometimes you format your PC back to back. And that is what happen to me. Shortly after the reconstruction of my PC, I got a virus on my computer so I had to reformat everything new...

  Which would be very expensive to maintain Microsoft products if all you are not allowed to re-use your GENUINE Microsoft product copies. So does this mean that I am allowed to use my copies more...

  Than you

  * original title - the product key you typed is already used, __Pour activate windows, you'll need an another Windows Vista.__Similar to what is happening with my office where the message you have already used the Restricted installation number

  All my products are AUTHENTIC, and as you know sometimes you format your PC back to back. And that is what happen to me. Shortly after the reconstruction of my PC, I got a virus on my computer so I had to reformat everything new...

  Which would be very expensive to maintain Microsoft products if all you are not allowed to re-use your GENUINE Microsoft product copies. So does this mean that I am allowed to use my copies more...

  Than you

  Hey Toni Sassine

  use your microsoft software licenses are yours

  you don't have to rebuy unless you move to a different computer licensed oem software

  If your microsoft software is pre-installed it is licensed oem and it related to the first machine that is installed the life of this machine

  If a retail license it can be moved to another computer but only installed on a machine at any time

  read the information on the underside of microsoft link abour faq for vista activation

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-Vista/activating-Windows-frequently-asked-questions

  How many times can I install Windows on my computer before I have to activate Windows again?

  You can reinstall Windows on the same computer as many times as you want because activation pairs product key of Windows with information about your computer hardware. If you make a significant hardware change, you may need to activateWindows once again.

  for your office activation issues, you will need to ask in the forum link below office activation because this forum is for vista installation issues

  normally, if you have any problems with vista or office activation you would use the phone activation

  http://social.answers.Microsoft.com/forums/en-us/OfficeInstall/threads?LC=1033&filter=AllTypes

  Walter, the time zone traveller

• Cannot activate Windows, the product key already in use

  Original title: product key already in use.

  Recently, my computer crashed (power).  Try to avoid problems with my hard drive, I bought the same computer exactly on the line.  I installed my old hard drive on the newest computer and all is well... Except, when trying to activate my Windows Vista Ultimate OS I get the error message "The key of product already in use" Microsoft site confirms that the product key is authentic, but still will not let me activate.  All solutions?

  Your old computer had a "Retail" or "OEM" of Windows installed version?

  OEM versions are related to the 1st motherboard they are installed and can not be activated on another motherboard. The only exception is the 'mother' is exactly the same make / model / part number as the original motherboard.

  Commercial versions can be moved from one computer to another without problem except that the the phone activation may be required.

  How to activate Windows 7 or Vista manually (activate by phone)
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/950929/en-us

  1) click Start and in the search for box type: slui.exe 4
  (2) press the ENTER"" key.
  (3) to select your "country" you are in the drop-down list.
  (4) choose the option "activate phone".
  (5) stay on the phone * do not select/press any option * and wait for a person to help you.
  (6) explain your problem clearly to the support person.
  (7) the person must give you a confirmation ID, copy it down on paper,
  (8) check that the ID is correct in reading the support person.
  (9) to enter the ID number, then click 'Next' to complete the activation process.

  Activation and registration of a Microsoft product
  http://support.Microsoft.com/?kbid=326851
  Windows activation: (888) 571-2048
  (888) 725-1047 or 800-936-5700

  What's the relationship between activation and genuine Windows?
  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-in/Windows7/what-s-the-relationship-between-activation-and-genuine-Windows

  What is the validation, and how does it work?
  Windows 7: http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/help/genuine/what-is-validation?os=win7
  Vista: http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/help/genuine/what-is-validation?os=winvista

  Authentic Microsoft software program privacy statement
  What data is collected?
  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows/genuine/privacy-statement

  -Product key of letters and numbers-

  Not confused the letter B with the number 8, the letter Q with the letter O.
  the letter G and the number 6.

  A, E, I, O and u are not used.

  ----------------------------  Alternatives -------------------------------------

  To enable the use of the phone

  1. open Activation of Windows by clicking on the Start button, right click on computer, clicking Properties.
  then by clicking on activate Windows now. ?

  2. click on show me other ways to activate.

  3 type your Windows 7 product key, and then click Next.

  4. click on use the automated telephone and then click Next.
  If you are prompted for an administrator password or a confirmation, type the password or provide confirmation.

  5. click on the location nearest you from the drop-down list, and then click Next.

  6. call one of the available phone numbers listed. An automated system will guide you through the activation process.

  7. When prompted, enter the installation ID that is listed on your screen in your phone keypad.

  8 Note the confirmation ID the phone system gives you.

  9. under the terms of step 3, type the confirmation ID in the space provided, click Next, and then follow the instructions.

  10. If the activation is not successful, stay on the line to be transferred to a product activation agent who can help you.

  How to contact a Microsoft Product Activation Center by phone
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/950929

  Activation and registration of a Microsoft product
  http://support.Microsoft.com/?kbid=326851
  Windows activation: (888) 571-2048
  (888) 725-1047 or 800-936-5700

  Microsoft Activation centers worldwide telephone numbers:
  http://www.Microsoft.com/licensing/existing-customers/activation-centers.aspx
  (This site is for activating Volume License, but if you call, they will help you)

  The phone number is not working:
  Microsoft Worldwide contacts: http://www.microsoft.com/worldwide/default.aspx

  Register Windows 7
  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/help/register
  Register Windows 7 and you automatically receive a series of three welcome to Windows e-mails
  filled with tips, creative tips and other information to you help get the most out of Windows 7.
  You also get a subscription to the monthly newsletter of Windows Explorer,
  where you will find other tips and tricks, as well as special offers.

  Learn about Activation:
  http://TechNet.Microsoft.com/en-us/library/ff793423.aspx

  J W Stuart: http://www.pagestart.com

• Activation of reinstalled Windows Vista - the product key already in use message

  My system crashed - continueously runs blue and the cause was the motherboard. Replaced the motherboard and making it to level the motherboard and processor. The new motherboard and processor are compatible with Windows Vista. After you have reinstalled Windows Vista activation using the internet's message that the product key is already in use. What should do?

  If and only if you have a Vista "commercial" version, then you can try the phone activation.

  How to activate Windows 7 or Vista manually (activate by phone)
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/950929/en-us

  1) click Start and in the search for box type: slui.exe 4
  (2) press the ENTER"" key.
  (3) select your "country" in the list.
  (4) choose the option "activate phone".
  (5) stay on the phone * do not select/press any option * and wait for a person to help you.
  (6) explain your problem clearly to the support person.
  (7) the person must give you a confirmation ID, copy it down on paper,
  (8) check that the ID is correct in reading the support person.
  (9) to enter the ID number, then click 'Next' to complete the activation process.

  Activation and registration of a Microsoft product
  http://support.Microsoft.com/?kbid=326851
  Windows activation: (888) 571-2048
  (888) 725-1047 or 800-936-5700

  -Product key of letters and numbers-

  Not confused the letter B with the number 8, the letter Q with the letter O.
  the letter G and the number 6.

  A, E, I, O and u are not used.

  ----------------------------  Alternatives -------------------------------------

  To enable the use of the phone

  1. open Activation of Windows by clicking on the Start button, right click on computer, clicking Properties.
  then by clicking on activate Windows now. ?

  2. click on show me other ways to activate.

  3 type your Windows 7 product key, and then click Next.

  4. click on use the automated telephone and then click Next.
  If you are prompted for an administrator password or a confirmation, type the password or provide confirmation.

  5. click on the location nearest you from the drop-down list, and then click Next.

  6. call one of the available phone numbers listed. An automated system will guide you through the activation process.

  7. When prompted, enter the installation ID that is listed on your screen in your phone keypad.

  8 Note the confirmation ID the phone system gives you.

  9. under the terms of step 3, type the confirmation ID in the space provided, click Next, and then follow the instructions.

  10. If the activation is not successful, stay on the line to be transferred to a product activation agent who can help you.

  How to contact a Microsoft Product Activation Center by phone
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/950929

  Microsoft Activation centers worldwide telephone numbers:
  http://www.Microsoft.com/licensing/existing-customers/activation-centers.aspx
  (This site is for activating Volume License, but if you call, they will help you)

  The phone number is not working:
  Microsoft Wordwide contacts: http://www.microsoft.com/worldwide/default.aspx

  Register Windows 7
  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/help/register
  Register Windows 7 and you automatically receive a series of three welcome to Windows e-mails
  filled with tips, creative tips and other information to you help get the most out of Windows 7.
  You also get a subscription to the monthly newsletter of Windows Explorer,
  where you will find other tips and tricks, as well as special offers.

  Learn about Activation:
  http://TechNet.Microsoft.com/en-us/library/ff793423.aspx

  J W Stuart: http://www.pagestart.com

• Reinstalled Windows - the product key already in use

  I just reinstalled Windows Vista, and when I enter the product key, I thought that my key is already used.  How to solve this?  My Windows product key sticker is on my computer.

  Hi Christian,

  It comes by default. In fact, you are using the product key, not someone else. The problem is easily solved. See this link on my site for more details:http://vistasupport.mvps.org/product_key_already_in_use.htm

  This forum post is my own opinion and does not necessarily reflect the opinion or the opinion of Microsoft, its employees or other MVPS.

  John Barnett MVP: Windows XP Expert associated with: Windows Desktop Experience: www.winuser.co.uk | vistasupport.mvps.org | xphelpandsupport.mvps.org | www.silversurfer-Guide.com

• Error of reinstallation of Windows Vista, the product key already in use

  I have windows vista Home premium SP1 installed on my desktop. due to some problems, I have two partitions formatted and reinstalled. but when I try to activate it says that the activation key is already in use. so I can't update and im getting a lot of problems like gel, auto restart, etc... Please someone help me sort

  Go to the manufacturing office support web site and search for Windows Vista drivers for your specific model number. Also look for recent updates, even if your PC comes with Windows Vista preinstalled.

  Then download all the drivers in a folder on your hard drive and install all of them, starting with the card mother/chipset, SATA, LAN, Audio, drivers, and so on.

  For the problems of graphics card check download site of the manufacture of the graphics card for the latest Windows Vista drivers for your card.
  ATI: http://support.amd.com/us/gpudownload/Pages/index.aspx
  NVIDIA: http://www.nvidia.com/Download/index5.aspx?lang=en-us

  If the computer is now stable then activate: how to activate Windows Vista by phone
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/940315
  http://www.mydigitallife.info/2008/10/13/how-to-activate-Windows-Vista-by-phone-activation/

  JS
  http://www.PAGESTART.com

  Never be afraid to ask. This forum has some of the best people in the world to help.

• Vista wants to be activated after Lenovo replaced my motherboard laptop. It says the product key already in use.

  • As stated in my question.

  You can reactivate your Windows Vista installation by doing the following:

  1. click on the Start button and in the box, type search: slui.exe 4

  2. press the Enter key on your keyboard.

  3 select your country.

  4 follow the instructions for the activation of the telephone (toll-free).

  NOTE: When you call this number, you will first hear an automated voice. If the automated voice gives you an option to speak to a representative of Activation Live, select this option. If this is not the case, do not enter all the numbers. This should force the voice automated transfer you to an Activation Rep. Live trying to activate through the automated voice will not work, in your case, your activation will be successful only through the Live Activation Rep.

  Carey Frisch

• I can't get my product to enter. It is said that the product key is in use.

  I reformatted my computer but I do not enter the product key, because at that time I didn't do it. Do not enter is not the product key when I reformatted it my computer as a free trial for 30 days. I used it for about 3 or 4 days now and yesterday, on December 30, a window popped up and said I had to enter the product key in the next few days 27 or windows would stop working. I entered the product key and he said that the product key is already in use. I tried a few times and it didn't work. Then, I closed the window to shut down my computer. I can't figure out how to get the window upward to try to re-enter. How can I get this window upward to enter the product key? What should I do if she says that the product key is in use?

  "karmakati69" wrote in message News: da2d0872-9093-40f4-bffe-d1863813fe8c...

  I reformatted my computer but I do not enter the product key, because at that time I didn't do it. Do not enter is not the product key when I reformatted it my computer as a free trial for 30 days. I used it for about 3 or 4 days now and yesterday, on December 30, a window popped up and said I had to enter the product key in the next few days 27 or windows would stop working. I entered the product key and he said that the product key is already in use. I tried a few times and it didn't work. Then, I closed the window to shut down my computer. I can't figure out how to get the window upward to try to re-enter. How can I get this window upward to enter the product key? What should I do if she says that the product key is in use?

  You must use the Activate by phone and speak to a live operator.

  
  1) click Start and in the search for box type: slui.exe 4
  (2) press the ENTER"" key.
  (3) select your "country" in the list.
  (4) choose the option "activate phone".
  (5) when the automated service asks you what service you need do NOT - this should oblige the operator to pick up, and they can help.
  
  --

  Noel Paton | Nil Carborundum Illegitemi | CrashFixPC | The lazy three fingers

• Vista indicates the product key is to be used, it's not good

  I install vista Ultimate edition, after installation it is said the product key is used.

  activation by telephone (call of the operator)
  Click the Start button
  in the search box, type
  SLUI 4
  and press the Enter key
  Follow the instructions - but when asked which service you need the ansafone phone, don't answer - it should oblige the operator to answer, who can deal with you

  If you have a problem, talk through with the porator, or post back with a MGADiag report.

  To analyze and solve problems for Activation and Validation, we need to see a full copy of the report produced by the MGADiag tool
  (download and save to the desktop - http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?linkid=52012 )
  Once saved, run the tool.
  Click on the button continue, which will produce the report.
  To copy the report in your response, click the button copy in the tool (ignore the error at this stage), and then paste (using r-click and paste or Ctrl + V) in your response.
  -* in your own thread *, please

  Please also state the Version and edition of Windows cited on your COA sticker (if you a) in the case of your machine (or inside the battery compartment), but does NOT quote the key on the sticker!
  http://www.Microsoft.com/en-us/howtotell/hardware.aspx

• Vista error "the product key you entered is already in use"?

  Remember - this is a public forum so never post private information such as numbers of mail or telephone!

  I bought Windows Vista Home Premium two years ago and now an activation window appears with a message "the product key you entered is already in use" I kindly ask for an explanation and a solution

  Activation by phone:
  http://www.Vistax64.com/tutorials/84488-activate-Vista-phone.html

  Scroll down to step 2: how to do a phone Activation.

  Note: if the activation service you informs that it has failed and cannot help with activation, thenSTAY ON THE LINE and your call will be transferred to an operator of activation which will help you to activate your copy of Vista.

  For the benefits of others looking for answers, please mark as answer suggestion if it solves your problem.

• Receiving a message and that I try to activate Windows with the product key is already in use.

  product key for Windows vista

  I received the windows vista product key but I use the product key for activation, microsoft is answer me on the product key is obtained another used already... How can I do now?

  Hello

  I assume you have reinstalled Windows on your machine and tried to activate it and Windows is saying that your "product key is already in use"? If this is the case see this link from my website: http://www.winuser.co.uk/windows_vista_faq/87_product_key_already_in_use.html John Barnett MVP: Associate Expert Windows XP: Windows Desktop Experience: Web: http://www.winuser.co.uk ; Web: http://xphelpandsupport.mvps.org ; Web: http://vistasupport.mvps.org ;

• I bought a copy of Windows Vista Home Premium and after reinstalling my OS, I thought that the product key already exists, and it will not accept it.

  I have a laptop with windows vista Home premium that I bought at a price of extortionist from a retailer, I had to reinstall because of some software that magically stoped working and so my computer crashing. Now Microsoft´s site says that my product key already exists (although I know because this is my product key) and he won´t consider. How can I get my original key work?

  original title: valid Windows Vista product key

  You must use the Activate by phone and speak to an operator.

  telephone activation.
  Click the Start button
  in the search box, type
  SLUI 4
  and press the Enter key
  Follow the instructions - but when asked which service you need the ansafone phone, don't answer - it should oblige the operator to answer, who can deal with you.

• Re: PowerPoint on Vista and the product key

  Today, I bought a new pc with Vista professional all installed, opening an application to view some work on PowerPoint, asked me the product key. The product key for Vista is on the bottom of the laptop so I jumped this! It is saying that it is incorrect?

  Can anyone help?

  As the product is installed on the laptop (nine) I have no case etc... so why the sticker of authenticity is at the bottom of the pc. Trying to open the file in PowerPoint in the free trial version (as has been applied to no product key) the file opened, but showed a blank presentation.

  Is there someone who knows something about this and could help?

  Thanks for your time, x

  Hi Yvette

  As said above the laptop was not delivered with Microsoft Office and you will not be able to use the power point if you don't have a key!
  The Toshiba does not provide all the keys for MS Office, but only for the MS works.

  If you want to use MS Office (Word, Powerpoint, excel, etc.) then you will have to buy an original CD!

• How do I display the product key number b & use to activate Windows 7?

  I got the qa message on my Dell laptop. Windows 7 Edition Home Premium that I had to activate my Windows using my product key. I wore my glasses to 20-20 & used my magnifying glass & writing down the product key.                     I checked the # 3 times!  Every time, all the 6 times I entered the # Microsoft said that I had entered man # invalid! 1 Lady even said there were 25 numbers & letters & I were entered in 26. She foolishly told me that she had the # on his computer, but she couldn't tell me what # was wrong!  The 3rd time I called the supervisor this manipulation my call tried to make me buy an anti-virus for 1 year, $99 & 2 years program, a discount of $149!  I know computer, software & hardware companies work together to tear the s Comsumer for their benefit!

  Please help me solve this computer problem!
  Thanks, MILTON KENT CHALIFOUX

  Please run the Microsoft Genuine Diagnostics Tool then copy and paste the results into an answer here for further analysis:
  http://go.Microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=52012