Incorrect product key (activate Windows)

I removed what appears to be a built home computer using XP Pro without recovering product key.  Now, when I try to enter a product key on another machine that is not in use (XP Pro), the above is displayed.  Should I erase drive of the machine so that I can reuse its product on the house built a key?

The product key must match the version of Windows that you are installing.  In addition to matching XP Home vs XP Pro, it must match the category of license (retail vs OEM).  Looks like you have a retail CD and try to use an old machine OEM license to save it.  An OEM license dies with the first computer, on which he is responsible.  A retail license may be transferred to another computer.  So, if you are installing from a CD at retail, then you will need a license to retail to go with it.

HTH,
JW

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