Changed the hard drive and stays of Windows vista is not genuine
Original title: why do need me a new product key
My computer stopped working and a new hard drive has been implemented. Now my computer asks for a product key and my computer says that I am using a windows vista that is not authentic. My background goes black and won't keep any substance I put in place.
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This problem occurs because you changed the hard drive. When a change is made in the hard disk of the windows vista system will ask you to activate.
To activate Windows Vista by using the automated telephone system, follow these steps:
a. Click Start, and then click computer.
b. click System Properties on the toolbar and then click here to activate Windows now in the Windows activation section.
If you are prompted for an administrator password or a confirmation, type the password, or click on continue.
c. click Show me other ways to activate.
d. click on use the automated telephone and then follow the instructions.
You can also navigate to the link below and try to follow the steps to reactivate the copy of Vista.
http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/950756
Reference link:
What is activation?
http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-in/Windows-Vista/what-is-activation
Activate Windows on this computer
http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-in/Windows-Vista/activate-Windows-on-this-computer
Please respond with the information. I'd be happy to help you further.
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