I format my PC and have the product ID, but not the activation key

Hello people,

As the question says I have format my computer forgetting to pick up my activation key. I did, however, recover my product ID before formatting the device. The installed copy of Windows was previously purchased through the Express upgrade.
I know that, as a general rule, it is impossible to get this key to return, but is it possible since I have the product ID and the same defined material? Please advice.

Product ID is for customer support, cannot help regarding the activation of the software.

Will send me you a confirmation email with my product key?

Yes. An e-mail containing your product key will be sent to the e-mail address associated with your Windows Live ID account or e-mail address you provided if you ignored the account configuration. Note: If you use an email tool or spam blocker spam filter, be sure that you can receive e-mail messages from microsoft.com.

What happens if I lose my product key?

If you lose your product key, you can return to www.windows7.com/getkey and sign in using the "Sign In" link in the upper right of the page. This will allow to recover your product key if you have established your account with your Windows Live ID. If you do not configure a Windows Live ID account initially there is no record of your online product key. Check your e-mail since it is the only trace of your product key.

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