I lost my activation key for Vista

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• I lost my activation key for win XP SP3

  I lost my activation key for win XP SP3

  To replace a CD or product key, you must contact the product Service. To locate the number appropriate for your product, visit the Microsoft Web site at the following address:

  http://support.Microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=fh; EN-US; CNTACTMS

• Activation key for Vista will not work

  Re-installed Vista (valid copy) 3 times on different computers in the House and then tried to intall on your laptop - now the product key does not work. So rather than buy a new product key for Vista, I prefer to get Windows 7 but do not want to spend $$ if he's not going to work. The laptop is stuck on activation without another internet access a screen that direct me to Microsoft to buy a new product key for Vista. Try to install Windows 7 with a drive will overwrite all this nonsense Vista activation?

  Hi joelmc26,

  If you have a product key then this "only" usable on computer product key "a". If you used the key poroduct to simultaneously install Windows on 3 different computers you're wearing violation of your license agreement. To be honest, if you do this, then I'm surprised that you got that day. If you install windows on another computer "you" he remove it completely from the previous computer.

  This error message receive you about activation? Already used, for example product key? To obtain the active product you must telephone Microsoft. See this link from my Web site:http://vistasupport.mvps.org/product_key_already_in_use.htm the service is automated, but you will get finally a 'real' person, if you carefully follow the instructions on my Web site. If you use the same product on three different computers you will not get an activation code. If, however, you have taken off a Windows Vista-based computer and then install on another, then you need to explain it to Microsoft. Then it's support technician if it gives you an activation code. If everything is legal and above all Council then there should be no problem.

  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: Web:http://www.winuser.co.uk;  Web: http://xphelpandsupport.mvps.org;  Web: http://vistasupport.mvps.org;  Web: http://www.silversurfer-guide.com

• I have a computer that runs XP and used to run on Vista. The computer came with an activation key for Vista. What should I do if I want to return it to Vista?

  I bought a brand new computer, so I can't remember if it came with a Vista installation CD or if this content is available online. As far as I know, the activation key was initially registered under my name.

  Also, if I succeed at, go back to what it will do for installed programs. Should I install them again? What about programs that come with a limited number of licenses, as a McAfee antivirus?

  Hello

  If you reinstall vista, you must reinstall all THE programs

  Here are the different ways to reinstall Vista

  Contact the manufacturer of the laptop computer and ask them to send you to vista recovery disks to reinstall the operating system back as it was when you bought it

  they do it for a nominal cost of $

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  also ask them if you have a recovery partition on your hard drive to get back to the way you bought

  you would normally press F8, F9, F10 or F11 or Alt + F10 or 0 to start to start the recovery process according to the manufacturer

  Ask them of the exact key sequence

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  or borrow a vista microsoft dvd; not a HP, Acer recovery disk etc

  Make sure that you borrow the correct 32-bit or 64-bit microsoft dvd to your computer

  they contain all versions of vista

  This is the product key that determines which version of vista is installed

  http://www.theeldergeek.com/Vista/vista_clean_installation.html

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  How to replace Microsoft software or hardware, order service packs and replace product manuals

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/326246

• My activation key for vista home premium OEMAct is denied because no valid by the online activation

  activation is Moose but I don't know why he isn't acceped, I have a sony vaio vgn-cs110E when I buy the laptop, it came with home premium, but I upgraded to ultimate and it was fine, but now I have to install a clean version of Home premium it request an activation key, so I put in one that came with my laptop but its doesn't and it says its not a valid key. I'm doing something wrong?

  http://www.Microsoft.com/Windows/Windows-Vista/quick-start/activation-FAQ.aspx

  Quick start: Activation FAQ

  1. click on start and in the search for box type: slui.exe 4

  2. press enter on your keyboard

  3. Select your country.

  4. take the phone activation option and brace yourself for a real person.

  See you soon.

  Mick Murphy - Microsoft partner

• Lost my activation key for Windows XP and manfacturer Archos is no longer available

  Ive an Archos 10 mini pc that I bought good news a few years ago.

  Due to a major error, I had to do a full reboot but can't find the Windows XP activation key that came with the PC.

  The microsoft sticker is still on the base, but the key code used.

  ARCHOS is no longer make the pc and don't have the product key code.

  Where should I go from here because I don't think I would have to pay for a new code?

  Hello

  I'm sorry, but we cannot help you.

  Tips from Microsoft is to contact the OEM manufacturer.

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/811224?WA=wsignin1.0

  How to get a replacement product key

  If the software is preinstalled on your computer, contact your computer manufacturer to obtain a replacement product key.
  
  To replace a Microsoft product ke for a product you have purchased separately from your computer, you must contact Customer Support and Microsoft. To locate the phone number, visit the following Microsoft Web site:

  Contact Microsoft

  (http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=fh; EN-US; CNTACTMS)

  Note When you contact the Customer Service of Microsoft and supported for a replacement product key, you may have to pay a fee. You may also provide information on your computer or from the product CD or DVD when you talk to the customer service representative.

  See you soon.

• Try to reinstall CS4 and I lost the activation key for CS3

  I bought CS3 years, upgrades to CS4. I am trying to reinstall CS4 and she asks the CS3 activation key. I lost the key of CS3. Is it possible to get it back?

  Thank you

  Hi houyhnhnm2,

  You must contact the Service delivery ( http://helpx.adobe.com/contact.html ) and they would be able to help you find the serial number if you have saved.

  Otherwise they will help you unlock the key to series after validation.
  You can even join our chat support at http://adobe.ly/yxj0t6

• Try buying a new activation key for Windows Vista

  I am buying a new activation key for windows vista. My computer crashed. I've lost everything. Ive had vista re installed but the activation key has rubbed the bottom of the laptop. I keep getting re directed to the microsoft site, but there is nowhere on the site that says BUY the CODE of ACTIVATION NOW.

  * original title - I am buying a new activation key for windows vista. I keep getting re directed to the microsoft site, but there is nowhere on the site that says BUY ACTIVATION CODE maintenant.*

  "Big Kirky" wrote in message News: * e-mail address is removed from the privacy * .com...

  I am buying a new activation key for windows vista. My computer crashed. I've lost everything. Ive had vista re installed but the activation key has rubbed the bottom of the laptop. I keep getting re directed to the microsoft site, but there is nowhere on the site that says BUY the CODE of ACTIVATION NOW.

  In the case of a computer from a major manufacturer contact them via their web site.  Many have recovery media low cost for just the situation you encounter.  Also they can cause (however unlikely) a new product key to replace the one that has rubbed off.  If all else fails see also: http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=KB;en-us;326246

• Have lost the product key for Windows Vista

  Hi, please I lost my product key for windows vista. How can I go about it?

  Hi, please I lost my product key for windows vista. How can I go about it?

  Thanks for the reply, it has been very helpful, I found the product key, but whenever I go its says invalid.

  You have not said why you must use the product key. ???
  Assuming that you need to activate...

  Please read this...

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

  Pay attention to step 2: how to do a phone Activation.
  Note: If the activation service will inform you that it was
  unsuccessful and cannot help with activation, thenSTAY ON THE LINE and your
  call will be transferred to an operator of activation that will help you
  activate your copy of Vista.

  2 here is a response from Keith, Microsoft Support,
  Moderator, on this subject.
  Date: April 29. 2010
  http://answers.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows/Forum/windows_vista-windows_install/Windows-is-showing-as-not-genuine/6efea9fd-70a9-4530-88c8-93fd7b2d5484

  3. how to activate Windows Vista
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/940315

• loss of activation key for a reinstallation of Windows XP sp2 cd. P/N KY938 rating

  Hello. I used a (Ms Win XP Pro Sp 2) dell reinstallation CD to format my laptop (it came with the laptop). later, I discovered that I had lost the activation key. I can't activate it online cos it keeps asking for the key. Please, can someone help me? It's pretty urgent!
  the disc has a notation ' P/N KY938' down, and it's under Copyright 2007 MS corporation. .. more! God bless u!

  If you install a Dell supplied CD/DVD restore on Dell computer that it shipped with it should never ask the COA/key... The only time where I came across a plant from a Dell CD/DVD requiring a COA/key is because it has been installed on the non-Dell hardware. He has scoped during the installation of the system on which it was delivered with.

  I don't think that Dell will sell you a new set with installation of COST but can Microsoft. Not sure about the cost.

• I have reset my laptop and I don't have the set up cd, I have the license key for vista ultimate can I download

  I have reset my laptop and I don't have the set up cd, I have the license key for vista ultimate can I download

  Hello

  "I reset my laptop."

  What do you mean by that?

  There are several methods to reinstall Vista.

  There is no Windows Vista downloads available from Microsoft.

  You can contact your computer manufacturer and ask them to send you a set of recovery disks.

  They should do this for a small fee.

  To reinstall Vista using their recovery disk/s, you start from the 1st recovery disk they provide and follow the manufacturer's instructions to reinstall:

  You need to change the Boot order to make the DVD/CD drive 1st in the boot order:

  How to change the Boot order in BIOS:

  http://pcsupport.about.com/od/fixtheproblem/SS/bootorderchange.htm

  "How to replace Microsoft software or hardware, order service packs and replace product manuals.

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/326246

  And if you have never received a recovery disk when you bought your computer, there should be a recovery Partition on the hard drive to reinstall Vista on how you purchased your computer.

  The recovery process can be started by pressing a particular combination of the key or keys at startup. (Power on / start)

  Maybe it's F10, F11, Alt + F10, etc., depending on the manufacturer.

  Ask them to the proper key sequence.

  And if you do not score a manufacturer of recovery on your hard drive, you should be able to make your own recovery from her disks to reinstall the operating system.

  Go to programs > name of the manufacturer of your computer > then their system or recovery tools software topics for them, depending on how it is formulated.

  If you can't find any reference to it, contact the manufacturer for advice on how to make these recovery disks.

  Some manufacturers have more available Vista recovery disks.

  If this happens, you may need to try this instead:

  You can also borrow and use a Microsoft Vista DVD, which contains the files for the different editions of Vista (Home Basic, Home Premium, Business and Ultimate) must be installed. The product key on your computer / Laptop box determines what Edition is installed.

  Other manufacturers recovery DVDs are should not be used for this purpose.

  And you need to know the version of 'bit' for Vista, as 32-bit and 64-bit editions come on different DVDs

  Here's how to do a clean install of Vista using a DVD of Vista from Microsoft:

  "How to do a clean install and configure with a full Version of Vista '

  http://www.Vistax64.com/tutorials/117366-clean-install-full-version-Vista.html

  And once the operating system is installed, go to your computer manufacturer's website and get the latest drivers for your particular model or laptop computer.

  And phone Activation may be necessary when you use the above installation method.

  "How to activate Vista normally and by Activation of the phone '

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

  See you soon.

• I have a valid product key for Vista Home Pemium. How can I get this drive?

  I have an Acer Aspire 5610 and my hard drive died.  I need to reinstall windows, but have no disk.  I have a valid product key for Vista Home Pemium.  How can I get this drive?  Acer sells not more the disc for this model.

  Hello

  Some manufacturers have more available Vista recovery disks.

  As Acer does not have them, you have to try this instead:

  You can also borrow and use a Microsoft Vista DVD, which contains the files for the different editions of Vista (Home Basic, Home Premium, Business and Ultimate) must be installed. The product key on your computer / Laptop box determines what Edition is installed.

  Other manufacturers recovery DVDs are should not be used for this purpose.

  And you need to know the version of 'bit' for Vista, as 32-bit and 64-bit editions come on different DVDs

  Here's how to do a clean install of Vista using a DVD of Vista from Microsoft:

  "How to do a clean install and configure with a full Version of Vista '

  http://www.Vistax64.com/tutorials/117366-clean-install-full-version-Vista.html

  And once the operating system is installed, go to your computer manufacturer's website and get the latest drivers for your particular model or laptop computer.

  And phone Activation may be necessary when you use the above installation method.

  "How to activate Vista normally and by Activation of the phone '

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

  See you soon.

• This product key for Vista Ultimate is for 2 users; the computer tells me that it is already in use, and it is the second computer. Then I don't understand what the problem is.

  product activation key

  This product key for Vista Ultimate is for 2 users; the computer tells me that it is already in use, and it is the second computer. Then I don't understand what the problem is.

  There is no such thing as a ' 2 License User"for Windows.

  It * may * be for 2 processors. These 2 processors MUST be on the same physical motherboard.

  You use WIndows out-of-contract of license and will have to purchase a new license to the second machine.

• Need activation key for win 7 pro 00371-OEM-9102002-81000

  Need activation key for win 7 pro 00371-OEM-9102002-81000

  Diagnostic report (1.9.0027.0):
  -----------------------------------------
  Validation of Windows data-->

  Validation code: 0
  Code of Validation caching online: 0x0
  Windows product key: *-* - XMPMX - K4YQ2-WYGJ8
  The Windows Product Key hash: pWK7ZHSjpAQDzU + klMpFT4x6FLM =
  Windows product ID: 00371-OEM-9102002-81000
  Windows Product ID Type: 3
  Windows license Type: OEM System Builder
  The Windows OS version: 6.1.7601.2.00010100.1.0.048
  ID: {5F13BCE3-6E18-43C3-BC06-13B669F40B8D} (3)
  Admin: Yes
  TestCab: 0x0
  LegitcheckControl ActiveX: N/a, hr = 0 x 80070002
  Signed by: n/a, hr = 0 x 80070002
  Product name: Windows 7 Professional
  Architecture: 0 x 00000009
  Build lab: 7601.win7sp1_gdr.160121 - 1718
  TTS error:
  Validation of diagnosis:
  Resolution state: n/a

  Given Vista WgaER-->
  ThreatID (s): n/a, hr = 0 x 80070002
  Version: N/a, hr = 0 x 80070002

  Windows XP Notifications data-->
  Cached result: n/a, hr = 0 x 80070002
  File: No.
  Version: N/a, hr = 0 x 80070002
  WgaTray.exe signed by: n/a, hr = 0 x 80070002
  WgaLogon.dll signed by: n/a, hr = 0 x 80070002

  OGA Notifications data-->
  Cached result: n/a, hr = 0 x 80070002
  Version: N/a, hr = 0 x 80070002
  OGAExec.exe signed by: n/a, hr = 0 x 80070002
  OGAAddin.dll signed by: n/a, hr = 0 x 80070002

  OGA data-->
  Office status: 109 n/a
  OGA Version: N/a, 0 x 80070002
  Signed by: n/a, hr = 0 x 80070002
  Office Diagnostics: 025D1FF3-364-80041010_025D1FF3-229-80041010_025D1FF3-230-1_025D1FF3-517-80040154_025D1FF3-237-80040154_025D1FF3-238-2_025D1FF3-244-80070002_025D1FF3-258-3

  Data browser-->
  Proxy settings: N/A
  User Agent: Mozilla/4.0 (compatible; MSIE 8.0; Win32)
  Default browser: C:\Program may Explorer\iexplore.exe
  Download signed ActiveX controls: fast
  Download unsigned ActiveX controls: disabled
  Run ActiveX controls and plug-ins: allowed
  Initialize and script ActiveX controls not marked as safe: disabled
  Allow the Internet Explorer Webbrowser control scripts: disabled
  Active scripting: allowed
  Recognized ActiveX controls safe for scripting: allowed

  Analysis of file data-->

  Other data-->
  Office details: {5F13BCE3-6E18-43C3-BC06-13B669F40B8D}1.9.0027.06.1.7601.2.00010100.1.0.048x 64*-*-*-*-WYGJ800371-OEM-9102002-810003S-1-5-21-3487097629-1122526968-1081289692LENOVOIdeaPad Z580 LENOVO5FCN35WW20120803000000.000000 + 00034293F07018400FE04090409Time(GMT-05:00) Standard is03LENOVOOC-01 109

  Content Spsys.log: 0 x 80070002

  License data-->
  The software licensing service version: 6.1.7601.17514

  Name: Windows 7 Professional edition
  Description: operating system Windows - Windows (r) 7, channel OEM_COA_NSLP
  Activation ID: d8e04254-f9a5-4729-ae86-886de6aa907c
  ID of the application: 55c92734-d682-4d71-983e-d6ec3f16059f
  Extended PID: 00371-00182-020-081000-02-1033-7601.0000-0642016
  Installation ID: 013775973961729262157165777226896960616102218330893975
  Processor certificate URL: http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkID=88338
  Machine certificate URL: http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkID=88339
  Use license URL: http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkID=88341
  Product key certificate URL: http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkID=88340
  Partial product key: WYGJ8
  License status: initial grace period
  Time remaining: 10080 minute (s) on (7 day (s))
  Remaining Windows rearm count: 4
  Trust time: 04/03/2016 13:18:07

  Windows Activation Technologies-->
  HrOffline: 0x00000000
  HrOnline: 0x00000000
  Beyond: 0 x 0000000000000000
  Event timestamp: 2:11:2016 14:42
  ActiveX: Registered, Version: 7.1.7600.16395
  The admin service: recorded, Version: 7.1.7600.16395
  Output beyond bitmask:

  --> HWID data
  Current HWID hash: MAAAAAEAAQABAAEAAAABAAAABAABAAEAln2Qiqo6LvLcjvSNzEIA1O5YRA5YwZZj

  Activation 1.0 data OEM-->
  N/A

  Activation 2.0 data OEM-->
  BIOS valid for OA 2.0: Yes
  Windows marker version: 0 x 20001
  OEMID and OEMTableID consistent: Yes
  BIOS information:
  ACPI Table name OEMID value OEMTableID value
  APIC LENOVO OC-01
  FACP LENOVO OC-01
  HPET LENOVO OC-01
  MCFG LENOVO OC-01
  SLIC LENOVO OC-01
  SSDT LENOVO PtidDevc
  ASF!   LENOVO-CB-01
  FPDT LENOVO OC-01
  SSDT LENOVO PtidDevc
  SSDT LENOVO PtidDevc
  UEFI LENOVO OC-01
  UEFI LENOVO OC-01
  POAT LENOVO OC-01
  UEFI LENOVO OC-01

  Try the following support group, maybe they can tell you why you touch
  (XXXXX-XXXXX-Y664G-28TWP-KWC2J) does not work.

  Technical support:
  Dial the 1-877-696-7786

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

• Is it possible to switch to Win 7 from Vista Home by going through a Vista Business upgrade without actually needing a product key for Vista Business?

  Is it possible to switch to Win 7 from Vista Home by going through a Vista Business upgrade without actually needing a product key for Vista Business? Therefore, if a have a Vista Business upgrade disc, but no product key will be professional Vista upgrade installation such that I can install Windows 7?

  Windows Update has nothing to with the upgrade of Windows. Please repost your question in the support forum: http://social.answers.microsoft.com/Forums/en-US/w7install/threads ~ Robear Dyer (PA Bear) ~ MS MVP (that is to say, mail, security, Windows & Update Services) since 2002 ~ WARNING: MS MVPs represent or work for Microsoft