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• Virus on my computer. Windows Vista has been altered by the virus and my computer does not have a product key

  My computer caught a SERIOUS virus that damaged my beta Windows Vista together. So I've upgraded to Windows 7, however, I have not the key product for Windows Vista or 7. Is it possible to set this up with Windows Vista or 7 because my product key for computers, which was at the back of it, has been erased or worn. There is no name on the back of my laptop sticker saying what product key to use. Thank you!

  Friday, February 11, 2011, 05:49:31 + 0000, EShoals wrote:

  My computer caught a SERIOUS virus that damaged my beta Windows Vista together.

  What virus? How did you know you had it? You run an anti-virus
  the program? Which one? Is it updated? Why don't you use not to
  remove the virus?

  So I had to upgrade to Windows 7,

  Ugh! The upgrade to a different version of Windows does not remove a virus. In
  did the upgrade when you have a problem is always a bad
  thing to do and will be much more likely to make the problem worse than in
  solve it.

  However, I have not the key product for Windows Vista or 7.

  Where have you upgraded to Windows 7? Upgrade to a
  legitimate version Windows7 is a bad thing, but if you went to one
  a pirated version, it is likely to cause additional problems and you
  are probably in trouble now and need to clean install a
  copy legitimate of some versions of Windows.

  Is there a way to set up in Windows Vista or 7 because
  my product key for computers, which was at the back of it, has
  has been deleted or worn. There is no name on the back of my
  laptop computer sticker saying what product key to use. Thank you!

  The product key on the back of your laptop is for what version of
  Windows it came with and may not be used for all other versions. If you
  don't have a product key for Vista or Windows 7, the laptop
  no doubt supplied with XP. Is this correct?

  If it came with XP, it is very old and it is almost certainly elsewhere
  low power for Windows 7. In addition the drivers you need for Windows
  7 there are almost certainly not, and you will not be able to run
  Windows 7 on it.

  At this point, you are probably in trouble no matter what you do. You
  must reinstall Windows XP itself, but you no longer have your
  product key and you probably haven't a Windows XP CD no more. You
  can try to ask the manufacturer of the laptop to a XP CD and product
  key, but I doubt if you can get at this late date.

  You can buy a copy of Windows 7, but once, you are likely in a way
  low power for the drivers you need and it will be unavailable.

  Ken Blake (MS-MVP)

• I have my product key, but what version I am license for? -Want to re - install

  Hello.  I have a valid 25-character product key for Windows Vista - but do not know what version.
  I want to reinstall a laptop but the license under the laptop sticker is very 'dirty' I can only see the product key of 25 characters and the words "Windows Vista XXXX" but do not know if his home, business or Ultimate.

  Is there a site Web/link that I can put my product key, then they can tell me what version I am licensed?
  P.S. Someone formatted the laptop to test to try Windows 7, it's why I don't know what version I am licensed.

  Kind regards

  There is no website to check.

  This Turorial tells you what to do; Simply type the product key.
  All versions of vista are on the good MS Vista DVD.
  The product key determines what is installed.
  Read the info here to the elder Geek:

  http://www.theeldergeekvista.com/vista_clean_installation.htm

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  http://www.theeldergeekvista.com/images/Vista%20Clean%20Installation/Vista%20Final%20-0019.jpg

  Type your product key in the installation.

  	Once more, it's time for the product key and activation talk. Unlike XP and previous offers of Windows that stopped dead if you do not have a product key, it is no longer the case with Vista. You are not required to enter a key at this stage, although there are a few caveats set out on the potential of data loss if you choose not to enter the key. There is also a checkbox to select or not Vista will be automatically activated.
  	If you have chosen not to enter the product key in the previous step, this screen will appear asking you to confirm that you do not want to enter the key. The same warning of potential data loss is present and an additional warning was added that you may need to purchase another edition of Vista if you continue without entering the key. Press [Yes] to return to the screen where the key can be entered. Select [No] will take you to the screen below.
  	Refusing to enter the product key in the previous step brings you here where you need to select the edition of Windows that you purchased. The warning says clearly that if you select a version, you do not have a key, you must either purchase this version or reinstall Vista and select the appropriate version. This screen is a two-step process; Select the appropriate version and certifying then you have selected the version of Vista by using the checkbox. Once these two items are completed, the [next] button is activated.

  See you soon.

  Mick Murphy - Microsoft partner

• I want to install Windows XP on my iMac, but I can't find the installation CD. Is it possible to get another disc, since I already have the product key?

  I just bought an iMac and want to install windows xp on it with bootcamp. I want to load all my old files, photos, etc. on the Mac. I have the product key but cannot find the installation cd. Is it possible to get a cd without having to buy the whole program, or the upgrade again?

  original title: iMac pc

  How to replace hardware or lost, broken, or missing Microsoft software:
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/326246/en-GB

• I bought a win 7 pro online. Now I have the product key and a computer with win 7 Home premium. How can I upgrade the system without reinstall it?

  It seems that I can't use any upgrade of the time, because the key to upgrade is something different with the product key. I don't want to reinstall the whole system.

  Click Start, type Anytime Upgrade, click on the option enter a key, enter the key of Windows 7 Professional on demand, click Next, wait while checking the key, accept the license agreement, click on upgrade, wait while the software upgrades, (it may take 10 minutes or more depending on the if updates are required) your computer restarts automatically, after the reboot, Windows 7 will notify you updating the computer, the computer will restart once more automatically and will be completed the upgrade, a window will appear notifying the upgrade was successful and your computer is ready to use, click Close, you should be upgraded to Windows 7 Professional your files, programs and settings retained.

  Windows 7 Anytime Upgrade fails:

  If your getting the following: error: Windows Anytime Upgrade failed
  This problem may occur if Windows 7 SP1 was downloaded by Windows Update, but has not yet been installed.
  See: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/2660811

  = Other reasons and possible corrections.

  Windows Anytime Upgrade fails with the error:
  "every time that the upgrade has failed. Go online to solve the problem.
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/2658652

  If Anytime Upgrade still does not work:

  Shut down and restart your computer.

  Make sure that the Windows updates have been installed.

  Download the hotfix that contains a tool called CheckSUR, this tool will look at the package and the maintenance of records and difficulty any data corrupted, the tool is listed under kb947821 he can be found at the following link http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=947821

  If Anytime Upgrade still does not work, turn off the user account control:

  1. go in user accounts in Control Panel

  2 change user account control settings

  3. pull the slider to the level as low as possible

  4. restart the PC

  5. pass by the "Anytime Upgrade" as usual

  Try the following:

  1 disable any security software before attempting to upgrade

  2. make sure that your computer is updated (devices and applications)

  3. disconnect all external devices before installing.

  4. check your hard disk for errors:

  Click Start

  Type: CMD, according to the results, right-click CMD

  Click on "Run as Administrator"

  At the command prompt, type: chkdsk /f /r

  When you restart your system, your computer will be scanned for errors and will try to correct them.

  1. click on start, type msconfig in the search box and press ENTER.

  User account control permission

  If you are prompted for an administrator password or a confirmation, type the password, or click on continue.

  2. in the general tab, click Selective startup.

  3. under Selective startup, clear the check box load startup items.

  4. click on the Services tab, select the hide all Microsoft Services check box, and then click Disable all.

  5. click on OK.

  6. When you are prompted, click on restart.

  7. after the computer starts, check if the problem is resolved.

  Also run the Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor:

  http://www.Microsoft.com/Windows/Windows-7/Upgrade-Advisor.aspx

  Who should I contact if I have problems installing and / or activation of my product key card?

  Please contact to the: www.windows7.com/getkeysupport.

  If all above fails them, install Windows 7 Service Pack 1, and then try the Express Upgrade:

  Learn how to install Windows 7 Service Pack 1 (SP1)
  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/learn-how-to-install-Windows-7-Service-Pack-1-SP1

  If your key is not valid and you will need to change the keys, you may need to Open regedit and remove first the ProductKey value in the following registry key:
   
  HKCU\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\WindowsAnytimeUpgrade

• When I install CS5.5 (upgrade) in a new computer, it says that there are no old version in the computer. I have older versions CS3 and 1.1 What do I have to install them also?

  When I install CS5.5 (upgrade) in a new computer, it says that there are no old version in the computer. I have older versions CS3 and 1.1 What do I have to install them also?

  Laughing out loud

  but after you have entered your serial number of cs5.5, the installer will search your computer for cs3.  Unable to find the Setup program will present a drop-down list of previous versions.  Select cs3.  you will be prompt to enter the serial number for cs3.

  Enter the correct number at the right time and proceed with the installation.

• My computer says my (legitimate) of windows 7 is not genuine and needs activation. I don't have a product key I can't spend 10, help?

  I want to upgrade my computer to 10 Windows (I have windows 7 SP1) but it tells me that I need to activate my windows. I downloaded the legitcheck on the microsoft site and it ran and it says my Windows in real. I've never had a product key because my computer was purchased with Win7 (at Best Buy.) I don't know what to do.

  To analyze and solve problems for Activation and Validation, we need to see a full copy of the diagnostic report produced by the MGADiag tool (download and save to the desktop -http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?linkid=52012 )
  Once downloaded, run the tool.
  Click on the button continue, after a short time, continue button will change to a copy button.
  Click the copy button in the tool (ignore the error at this stage) and then paste (with r-click and paste or Ctrl + V) in your message.

• My wife down loaded window 8. But I want to reinstall vista 32. No cd. but I have the product key.

  My wife down in 8 loaded window, but I want to reinstall Vista 32. (not), but I have my product key.  I need help!  Thank you

  Hello

  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 from how you bought your computer, IF the 8 Windows Installer do not wipe it.

  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.

  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 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 the product key number I purchased through the Express upgrade. Is there a link for the download of Windows 7 professional free?

  I bought Windows 7 Professional upgrade through Express during which I contain the product key number... It seems to me not to be able to communicate with them? I need to re - install windows 7 and need a download for professional during which I contain the number of product for a 64-bit key.

  NO MATTER WHAT DIRECTION WILL BE APPRECIATE

  Kevoogle

  Alessandri keV

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  Deleted duplicate.

  You cannot use a Windows 7 Professional anytime upgrade product key with reinstall media, it can be used only to upgrade license of qualification basis where you bought the upgrade in the first place (Starter, Home Premium).

  The first thing you need to do is to get your key to Windows 7 Professional upgrade Express:
   
  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.
   
   
   
  or

  Here are four utilities, which can display your product keys if they are still there:
  Belarc Advisor: http://www.belarc.com/free_download.html
  (He did a good job of providing a wealth of information.)
   
  Also: http://www.magicaljellybean.com/keyfinder.shtml
  and: http://www.nirsoft.net/utils/product_cd_key_viewer.html
  and RockXP: http://www.majorgeeks.com/download4138.html which has additional features.
   
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  The next thing you need to do is to ensure that your data is backed up:
   
  http://notebooks.com/2010/12/27/how-to-backup-to-an-external-hard-drive/
   http://notebooks.com/2011/02/25/how-to-restore-a-backup-from-an-external-hard-drive-in-Windows-7/
   
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  The next thing you need to do is to reinstall the base license that you upgraded, Windows 7 Starter Edition or Home Premium.
   
  If your computer is pre-installed with Windows 7:

  New computers that come pre-installed with Windows often have what is called a recovery partition. This is used to reinstall an operating system in the case of a system failure. To access it, you need to start when you start your computer by pressing a function key. This can be either F1, F2, F9, F10, F11, F12 key DEL or tab. See the manual that came with your PC for instructions on how to reinstall Windows.

  If your recovery partition is not available or damaged, you must contact the manufacturer of your computer, and request that a defined recovery disk you can use to reinstall Windows 7. They could practice a small shipping and handling.
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  This is how the recovery partition is accessible to most popular brands...
  For Dell, press F8 on the keyboard until the Advanced Boot Options menu appears on the screen.
  For HP, press F11 directly after switching on the device
  For LG, press F11 directly after switching on the device
  For Toshiba, press and hold "0" BEFORE and during the power upward
  For Acer, press and hold ALT + F10, as soon as you see the logo
  For Asus, press F9, as soon as you see the Asus logo.
  For Samsung, press F4 to the power upward...
  For Fujitsu, press the F8 key directly after the power
  Advent, restart your computer. Then, press F10 repeatedly until the message "Starting system recovery"
  Sony VAIO, reboot and press "F8" or "F10" repeatedly until the screen "Advanced Boot Options".

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  If it was a store bought retail license:
   
  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/installing-and-reinstalling-Windows-7
   
   
   
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  After you have reinstalled your original license, make sure that it is enabled before doing the upgrade to Windows 7 Professional:
   
  How to activate Windows 7 manually (activate by phone)
   
  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 all options) and wait for a person to help you with the activation.
   
  (6) explain your problem clearly to the support person.
   
   http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/950929/en-us

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  Redo the Express Upgrade:
   
  Click Start, type Anytime Upgrade, click on the option enter a key, enter the key of Windows 7 Professional on demand, click Next, wait while checking the key, accept the license agreement, click on upgrade, wait while the software upgrades, (it may take 10 minutes or more depending on the if updates are required) your computer restarts automatically, after the reboot, Windows 7 will notify you updating the computer, the computer will restart once more automatically and will be completed the upgrade, a window will appear notifying the upgrade was successful and your computer is ready to use, click Close, you should be upgraded to Windows 7 Professional your files, programs and settings retained.
   
   
   
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  Go to reactivate the license again.

• new hardware computer, but even hard-i discs have to re activate windows! I don't have my product key!

  When corsair came out with their case of 350 d Obsidian decided to move my PC parts to fit the Micro ATX case. I kept the same RAM, CPU, PSU, GPU and my hard drives that contain Windows 7 PRO. Everything worked up to what a few minutes in the PC running. in my toolbar next to the Center, volume and network icons, there was a picture of key (such as the physical keys) by saying that I need to activate windows. I use this drive for almost more than a year and all of a sudden with new parts that I need to activate windows? the only thing I changed was the motherboard!

  I have Microsoft office installed and when I open Office Word the program asked for activation. but all this time, I had to click on a button and activate it with the internet.
  Why the operating system does not require a product key to 'turn on' when I was using the same operating system for centuries?
  I don't have my product key and I want to know if I can "activate" windows without one.
  I see this when I try to activate.
  Then it says this

  "the only thing I changed was the motherboard!

  It is the motherboard which gives a computer it's identity. Essentially, the card mother IS the computer.

  The original installation was probably pre-installed and turn to the original BIOS to check that he was still the same. Now when he checks, he finds a different BIOS.

  Under the terms of the OEM, the operating system cannot be transferred to another computer, which is what you did...

  If your COA sticker is still legible, you can download a Windows 7 ISO and install it using the main code of the COA sticker.

• I want to reinstall my Win 7 home base, it was pre-installed so I don't have the product key, no cd installation?

  I tried Win 8 (trial version) and now I want to re - install my Win 7 Basic Home Edition. It was preinstalled on my lap top so I only have the genuine product key, but no installation cd. How to re - install?

  New computers coming often pre-installed with Windows 7 have what is called a recovery partition. This is used to reinstall an operating system in the case of a system failure. To access it, you need to start when you start your computer by pressing a function key. This can be either F1, F2, F9, F10, F11, F12 key DEL or tab. See the manual that came with your PC for instructions on how to reinstall Windows.

  This is how the recovery partition is available for the most popular brands

  For Dell, press CTRL + F11 directly after switching on the device

  For HP, press F11 directly after switching on the device

  For Toshiba, press and hold "0" BEFORE and during the power upward

  For Acer, press and hold ALT + F10, as soon as you see the logo

  For Asus, press F9, as soon as you see the Asus logo.

  Advent, restart your computer. Then, press F10 repeatedly until the message "Starting system recovery"

  or

  Reinstall Home Basic

  You will need a whole in a single installer disk that you can use to select Windows 7 Home Basic Edition during installation. See the following for instructions:

  For a DVD that contains all the flavors of 32-bit and a DVD that contains all the flavors of 64-bit Windows 7: Starter,Home Basic , Home Premium, Professional and Ultimate see here.

• CD badly placed: is there anyway to restore games on the computer without the CD, we have the Product Code but not the cd, we have misplaced it?

  There is in any case for the games on the computer without the CD of restoration, we have the Product Code but not the cd, we have misplaced it?

  There is in any case for the games on the computer without the CD of restoration, we have the Product Code but not the cd, we have misplaced it?

  borrow the CD, install the game and put in your code. If you don't know anyone with a CD, you will need to buy the game again. teengeek.freehostingcloud.com

• I want to format my hard drive, I have Windows XP Home product key, but not drive.

  Is there anyway that I can format my HDD without the disc? As indicated, I still have the product key.

  You must contact your computer manufacturer to see if there are any available recovery disks. Another option would be to buy from a reliable source. Several times shopping online disks can be counterfeited or contain malware.

• I have the product key for windows xp sp2 version 2002 but my drive was broken. I'm looking for this version to reinstall on my computer?

  Original title:

  I have the product key for windows xp spa2, 2002 version, but my drive was broken how to find this version to reinstall on my computer?

  Hello
  I suggest you check out the link below.
  How to replace Microsoft software or hardware, order service packs and replace product manuals
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/326246

• My hard drive failed and I want to re - install Windows Vista. I don't have the disks, but I don't have the product key. How can I reinstall Windows Vista?

  I have a HD that has failed, the fries, I have a license key, but not the disks of Vista.  I want to reinstall Vista, is there a way I can get new drives if I have the license key and how do I get them?  The rest of the machine is original, just a new HD.

  original title: Vista-new disc

  Contact Microsoft support:
  http://support.Microsoft.com/contactus/?ws=support

  How to replace hardware or lost, broken, or missing Microsoft software:
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/326246/en-GB
  # Replacements for Microsoft software or hardware
  # Trade media (CD to DVD or DVD to CD)
  # Replace product manuals

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