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!
"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.
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SEVERAL MONTHS AGO, I UPGRADED MY WINDOWS 7 HOME PREMIUM TO WINDOWS7 PRO. RECENTLY, I HAD A HARD DRIVE CRASH AND HAD TO REPLACE MY HARD DRIVE. I REINSTALLED MY ORIGINAL SOFTWARE, BUT WHEN I TRIED TO SWITCH TO WINDOWS7 PRO - I GET AN INVALID KEY ERROR. HOW CAN I GET THAT KEY REACTIVE THANKS
* original title - UPGRADE TO WINDOWS7 PRO VIA - HARD DISK CRASHED - REINSTALLED ORIGINAL WINDOWS7HOMEPREM TRIED TO upgrade to NEW WINDOWS7PRO STILL SAYS IS INVALID KEY - how DO I REACTIVATE THIS KEY *.
Try this:
How to activate Windows 7 manually
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 and wait for a person to help you with the activation.I am not sure if this will work for people upgrade at any time, but it is worth it.
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Hello
I downloaded an .iso of Digital River with the USB tool. However the file .iso image for the version of Windows 7 Home Premium 32 bit, I seems to be upgraded only.
I bought an OEM drive (since I only wanted 1 license, to use on a computer and it's custom built). Although the computer is 2 years and my DV player became defective. I currently installed Ubuntu and the drive works perfectly the Ubuntu Live CD, but it will not boot the Windows 7 disc.Running the version of USB works fine, but can not install because it provides the possibility to opt, and since Ubuntu takes my hard drive, I can't do anything more.
So is it possible to download a full version .iso file?
Of course, I can prove that my case is real by bringing my key (obviously not here) and even a proof of purchase.I don't want to have to resort to torrents and also not spend more money buy from Microsoft Web site.
(Note: the disc is not defective, because it works in my friends laptop (started, but not install it))
If you are installing on a Linux disk, your only option would be to format the drive.
Boot from the Windows 7 DVD
Click Install now
Accept the license agreement
When the option is displayed to select a type of installation, click (Custom advanced)
Click on drive Options
Select the disc/s click on Delete
Click new
Click on apply
Click OK
Click Format, and then click next to proceed with the installation
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Product key problem
I have three computers at home. And I have them updated to windows 7. But after I installed the new windows, activate windows popped up and said this product key you entered cannot be used to activate windows on this computer. It's my FOR THE WINDOWS 7 HOME PREMIUM product key # I brought
I have three computers at home. And I have them updated to windows 7. But after I installed the new windows, windows activation has popped up
You bought a copy of Windows 7 for each computer?
You can install a Windows 7 purchase on several computers if you have the Family Pack. When you have the 'Windows 7 Home Premium Upgrade Family Pack' for 3 computers, it is a retail copy and you can install Windows 7 on three computers at once. He'll say 'Family Pack' on it.
When you have the regular commercial version, it can be moved to another computer, but it can be installed on a single computer at a time.
If you have a legal copy for each computer, try to activate again. If activation fails, see the Microsoft Diagnostics real link below.
Call Microsoft use the manual phone Activation
If you have trouble activating Windows 7 you can call Microsoft to activate it by following these steps:
1. start by clicking on the start menu, and then type: slui.exe 4
2. press enter on your keyboard
3. Select your country.
4 Select the telephone activation option, enter the number, do not select all options and wait for a person pick up, then explain what happened.
If you are still unable to activate:
(1) download and run the Microsoft Genuine Diagnostics tool:
http://go.Microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=52012
(2) then copy and paste your results for inspection.
Questions about installing Windows 7?
FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions from Installation Windows 7 & responses -
Hello
My title says about the history. My hard drive (XP) died and the local tech confirmed is not a replacement value (it's an old machine).
I have a MacBook and that you have loaded Parallels on it so that I can run Windows. Now I want to install XP on the MacBook, but I don't have the installation disc.
1. is there somewhere I can download it from?
2. once I have it loaded, my product key will work?
3 anything else I should be aware of when to load XP on a MacBook?
Thank you
Thanks for the reply.
I bought the laptop used on ebay from a company that has sold thousands of refurbished machines. I know that she buys lots of companies that no longer need them, wipe data, reinstalling Windows and then sell them. Installing XP is legitimate, because the laptop has a certificate of Authenticity on the back Microsoft.
So I suspect that the Windows installation is not related to the motherboard.
Other thoughts?
Thanks again.
It is quite possible that XP has been reinstalled on your computer using an OEM disc "generic" as well as your product key from the computer. However, the product key itself is linked to the motherboard.
For example, my son recently bought a used computer from a friend. The friend had removed the original hard drive and replaced it with a smaller. The computer has been a mess, but that's another story. No installation disk came with the computer, however, it doesn't have the product key on the back of the case. I replaced the hard drive with one more great I had on hand and then used an OEM disc 'generic' to reinstall XP, which works perfectly with the product key of the computer. However, this computer must die, product key can be moved to any other computer. The product key is the original computer motherboard.
In short, a product key of your laptop if it is by the OEM product key, will not work on another computer. No matter how legitimate the software's product key will not work on another computer, it is not transferable. Product keys for the full retail version of Windows can be moved to another computer; However, the key to product can only be used on one computer at a time. If the computer in question is delivered with Windows XP preinstalled, it is extremely unlikely that nothing else than the version the manufacturer OEM has been used.
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What should I do to install lightroom 5 on a new computer without disks but have the product key
You can use the appropriate link below for your installation files
Available downloadable Setup files:
- Suites and programs: CC 2015 | CC 2014 | CC | CS6 | CS5.5 | CS5 | CS4, CS4 Web Standard | CS3
- Acrobat: DC, XI, X | Suite X | 9,8 | 9 standard | 8 standard
- Captivate: 9 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 5.5, 5 | 1
- Cold Fusion: 11: 10 | 9.0.2 version 9.0.0, 9.0.1, 8.0.1, 8.0.0, 7.0, 6.1, 6.0, 5.0, 4.0
- Contribute: CS5 | CS4, CS3 | 3,2
- FrameMaker: 12, 11, 10, 9, 8, 7.2
- Lightroom: 6.4| 6| 5.7.1| 5 | 4 | 3
- Photoshop Elements: 14,13,12,11,10 | 9,8,7 win | 8 mac | 7 mac
- Premiere Elements: 14,13,12,11,10| 9, 8, 7 win | 8 mac | 7 mac
Download and installation help links Adobe
Help download and installation to Prodesigntools links can be found on the most linked pages. They are essential; especially steps 1, 2 and 3. If you click on a link that does not have these listed steps, open a second window by using the link to Lightroom 3 to see these "important Instructions".
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have the product key but no disc
I have an old computer thatran windows vista but my dad installed windows xp edition Home premium and now the media card does not work do I have to buy a new drive, even if I have a product key?
Hello
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.
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.
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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 -
Large screw upwards. No backup disks or restore points... Need help
I messed up bad. try installing Acrobat Adobe Reader for PDF files. error... Could not load the dll base. Error 1606
No system restore or recovery of points sooner then December 2011 files may have been deleted in disk cleanup
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already activated, how do I restore my office?
Choose the downloadable. Following ISO file that matches what you have installed on your computer. Once you create a bootable DVD from the. ISO file you can use it to perform a repair installation.
Windows 7 - ISO included with SP1 download
http://techdows.com/2011/07/download-Windows-7-integrated-with-SP1-ISO-official-direct-download-links.htmlWindows 7 Edition Home Premium x 86 with SP1 (bootable)
http://MSFT.digitalrivercontent.NET/win/X17-24208.ISOWindows 7 Edition Home Premium x 64 with SP1 (bootable)
http://MSFT.digitalrivercontent.NET/win/X17-24209.ISOWindows 7 Professional x 86 with SP1 (bootable)
http://MSFT.digitalrivercontent.NET/win/X17-24280.ISOWindows 7 Professional x 64 with SP1 (bootable)
http://MSFT.digitalrivercontent.NET/win/X17-24281.ISOWindows 7 Ultimate x 86 with SP1 (bootable)
http://MSFT.digitalrivercontent.NET/win/X17-24394.ISOWindows 7 Ultimate X 64 with SP1 (bootable)
http://MSFT.digitalrivercontent.NET/win/X17-24395.ISOComplete list of Windows 7 direct download links:
http://www.heidoc.NET/Joomla/technology-science/Microsoft/14-Windows-7-direct-download-linksDell users to read this:
http://en.community.Dell.com/support-forums/software-OS/w/microsoft_os/Microsoft-Windows-and-Microsoft-Office-downloads.aspxAfter you download the .iso file using ImgBurn or gear to create a DVD ISO bootable.
Create a Windows 7 Bootable DVD using the. ISO file
Engraving of a file of Windows 7 ISO on a DVD
http://support.Microsoft.com/default.aspx/KB/977640ImgBurn - in addition to supporting the creation of CD/DVD of. ISO files,
It supports a wide range of image file formats, and it's free.
(BIN, CUE, DI, DVD, GI, IMG, MDS, NRG, PDI and ISO)
http://www.ImgBurn.com/Download and install burn ISO Gear (free):
http://www.GearSoftware.com/gear-ISO-burn.phpNote: Use always slower burning (4 x or 2 x) speed is offered a choice.
================ Repair Install ===================================
Windows 7 - repair facility:
http://www.SevenForums.com/tutorials/3413-repair-install.html
"This will show how to do a repair of trouble Windows 7 installation and to preserve your user accounts, data, programs and drivers of the system."J W Stuart: http://www.pagestart.com
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I have recived portable computer of the Government with windows pre installed 7professional but now I want to format and reinstal it I require the startup disk and product key (my OS is authentic)
If it's a copy of volume license installed, you will need to contact your employer to find the product key and get the installation files.
If it is preinstalled at the factory with Windows 7 Professional, then use the recovery partition to reinstall Windows 7.
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 accessible to 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 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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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 pcHow to replace hardware or lost, broken, or missing Microsoft software:
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I have a PC Emachine that I bought with Windows XP Home Edition loaded on it, hard drive went bad and had to be replaced, I don't have a CD to reload my Windows, still have the product key sticker on the PC to save it. Is there a way I can download it? I have XP Pro on another PC, thought I could load and use the product key for my original PC, but who doesn't. Any ideas on what I can do
Borrow an OEM Windows CD (it must be OEM) and install it using your product key. (You can make a copy of it for your future use - this isn't the CD you pay because it's the product key). A generic OEM CD maybe not some or all the drivers you need you would be safe to download from the website of the provider first.
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* Original title: get the product key
I try to upgrade my old vista laptop to win7, but don't remember the product key for my computer compaq laptop. How can I get this key?
Hello
Your question is not very clear to understand.
If Vista is preinstalled on your laptop, this product key is NOT for Windows 7.
There is a free upgrade from Vista to Windows 7 years, but that offer expired for a long time.
How does the Windows 7 upgrade Option?
The Windows 7 upgrade Option is available through participating PC manufacturers on some PC and Microsoft on any purchase of packaged product Windows Vista. The Windows 7 upgrade Option applies to Windows Vista Home Premium, Business and Ultimate editions. Your Windows 7 update will be the comparable version: so you will get either Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Professional (upgrade to Windows Vista Business) or Windows 7 Ultimate, respectively. The Option of upgrade Windows 7 program runs from June 26, 2009 through January 31, 2010. Some manufacturers may choose to shorten the time of upgrade Option.
Microsoft sells more than Windows 7, but it does NOT come for free.
Try Amazon.com, etc.
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And if you ask to transfer the license of Windows 7 from a mobile to another laptop:
You tell us what type of license you have.
If the laptop came with the preinstalled Windows operating system (Dell, HP, Acer, etc.), this product key supplied with the laptop is preinstalled OEM license and is not transferable.
OEM license/product key (systems of operating pre-installed on Dell, HP, etc.) is related to the first machine it is installed on and dies when dies of this machine.
The above applies also to OEM system builders licenses.
License of operating system in detail, that you buy and install yourself, are allowed to be transferred to another machine.
And retail licenses also can be installed on a machine at one time.
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And please read this, you can:
http://www.Microsoft.com/OEM/en-GB/licensing/sblicensing/pages/licensing_faq.aspx#fBid=cbW6pY-wjS6
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If you had a 7 upgrade that you have bought yourself on the HP laptop, use programs Key Finder for the PK:
http://www.Belarc.com/free_download.html
https://www.magicaljellybean.com/KeyFinder/
See you soon.
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I have a HP Mini 110-1050NR. The hard drive has gone bad and I replace. I wonder how I install Windows. I have a product key on the back of the netbook, but I don't have the disks of software Windows (not that I could use with a netbook). Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Hello
you will need to contact HP on how to reinstall with a netbook
HP support
http://welcome.HP.com/country/us/en/contact_us.html
HP support forums
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My son bought this laptop Toshiba Satellite with windows 7 ultimate and gave our grandchildren for Christmas two years ago. They never used so it brought and I got from my son. On startup, I get a message that windows is not genuine. I've repeatedly tried to activate with the product key on the label of MS on the back of the computer laptop, but message still there. I noticed the first time I tried to enter the product key, there was a different product key in the input fields. I have entered the correct product key but message still there.Can someone please help? Thank you for your time.
Hello
I would say allowing you to run the Microsoft Genuine Diagnostics tool then copy and paste the results into an answer here for further analysis:
http://go.Microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=52012
Also I suggest you to check your product key and report to Microsoft about the issue.
Check out the following link to report to Microsoft.
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