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• Need help with the upgrade and activation 10 WIndows in Windows 7

  * Original title: upgrade windows 10

  I am now using windows 7 ultimate sp1, today get 10 app shows upgrade windows to windows 10 now.i am now in a little confusion if I update to windows 10 can he turn what method?
  right to digital or by using the product key.

  Is this the same computer - not necessarily the same problem or the Windows version - as in one or more of these other threads of yours?...

  http://answers.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows/Forum/Windows_7-windows_install/Windows-10-upgradation/6eec5c3e-4391-4a67-8a02-56bba437f137 (13 Mar-16)

  http://answers.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows/Forum/windows_10-performance/Windows-10-slow-running-showing-logo-twice-when/a3b1bea1-8871-43f9-840B-efa46445a557 (Mar 04 - 16).

  http://answers.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows/Forum/windows_10-performance/Windows-10-Pro-blue-screen/4991e1a1-c54d-4B35-b28e-9ccfedec3359 (29 February-16)

  http://answers.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows/Forum/windows_10-update/how-to-get-November-update/390e4cec-d39b-4D6F-B03D-1d6ed069e25f (20 Feb-16)

• I need to upgrade the CPU, motherboard and RAM in my machine. Which will impact my Activation of Windows genuine?

  I need to upgrade the CPU, motherboard and Ram in my machine. Which will impact my Activation of Windows genuine?

  original title: can I put my machine after GWA?

  It's a Genuine Windows Kit which is what you would be considered a retail license. In other words, that it is transferable to another computer, which means you have the right to support directly from Microsoft.

• Activation failed - Windows 7 Home Premium to Pro upgrade

  Bought a copy of Win 7 Pro Upgrade - DLMWin7Pro64US.exe.  This issue of the key to upgrade to the premium that came with the PC.  Does not allow to launch and install the file.  She accepted the product key and completed the installation, if Win 7 Pro.  Activation does not accept the same number of keys that I used to upgrade.  What is the solution?

  TNX

  I strongly suggest you try the following, once more and clearly explain your situation to call the agent. Simply tell them: you use a key to upgrade Windows 7 professional retail to upgrade your edition of Windows 7 Home Premium to Windows 7 Professional existing and you just want to turn it back on.

  Click Start, right click on computer

  Click on properties

  Scroll down to the Windows Activation

  Click the link x days before activation.

  Click on the link that says: "show me other ways to activate.

  Enter the product key

  Click next

  Select the Activation of the phone

  Click Next when you enter your key page

  Select your country

  Click Next, call the number listed

  Be sure to explain your situation to the Appeals Officer.

  Provide the installation generated when ID requested by the call agent

  They give a confirmation ID in return, enter it

  Click next to complete the activation.

• Windows 8 upgrade - product activation problem

  Hello

  I recently bought Windows 8 and went through the upgrade wizard activation process. My problem is I wanted to go on Windows XP 32 bit for Windows 8 64 but I realized too late (i.e. after I completed the installation of Windows 8) that I can't do and I found myself with 8 32-bit Windows installed on my computer.

  Now I formatted my C drive and installed a copy of Windows 7 ultimate (64-bit version) and was thinking through the again Upgrade Wizard to migrate to 64-bit Windows 8. But I have to pay for this upgrade or my previous product code will be valid? I do not need or want the 32 but the version that I have the ability to run 64-bit on my computer.

  If I have to pay for it, I think I can stay as well on Windows 7. Is there a solution to this?

  Simply make the upgrade to Windows 8 64-bit using your product existing key and reactivate by phone:

  You can download it from there and use your product key to upgrade:

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-GB/Windows-8/upgrade-product-key-only

  1. press the Windows key + X , and then clickrun, and then type: slui.exe 4

  2. then 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.

• ESX 3.5 upgrade to vSphere using Activation of Windows

  I'm trying to upgrade ESX 3.5 a customer to vSphere.   I have a single license of Windows Server 2003 Enterprise Edition and spin 4 VMS (clones) on a single ESX host.   (a real activation and 3 clones of the Windows VM already active)

  After that I've upgraded to vSphere each Windows VM will require reactivation of Windows.

  Can someone tell me what to expect regarding regarding the reactivation work or I will have to call Microsoft.  Microsoft will allow me to reactivate all 4 VM?  Is it the fact that the VM is clones impact of the process of reactivation with Microsoft?

  Thank you.

  Hello

  If Windows in the VM is already activated, it should not be necessary to "reactivate" once you upgrade to vSphere. I do updates all the time and have never had to reactivate windows.

  Best regards
  Edward L. Haletky VMware communities user moderator, VMware vExpert 2009, 2010

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• I bought a 3 system Windows 7 upgrade and activation failed for the 3rd system. How can I fix it?

  I'm fairly certain that only 2 of the improvements have been used to move Windows 7 Vista systems. Now I try with a 3rd system, originally of XP but activation fails.

  If you have the 'Family Pack' for Home Premium, its not uncommon for that to happen. Try to activate by phone.

  How to activate Windows 7 or Vista manually (activate by phone)
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/950929/en-us

  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 any option * and wait for a person to help you.
  (6) explain your problem clearly to the support person.
  (7) the person must give you a confirmation ID, copy it down on paper,
  (8) check that the ID is correct in reading the support person.
  (9) to enter the ID number, then click 'Next' to complete the activation process.

  ----------------------------  Alternatives -------------------------------------

  To enable the use of the phone

  1. open Activation of Windows by clicking on the Start button, right click on computer, clicking Properties.
  then by clicking on activate Windows now. ?

  2. click on show me other ways to activate.

  3 type your Windows 7 product key, and then click Next.

  4. click on use the automated telephone and then click Next.
  If you are prompted for an administrator password or a confirmation, type the password or provide confirmation.

  5. click on the location nearest you from the drop-down list, and then click Next.

  6. call one of the available phone numbers listed. An automated system will guide you through the activation process.

  7. When prompted, enter the installation ID that is listed on your screen in your phone keypad.

  8 Note the confirmation ID the phone system gives you.

  9. under the terms of step 3, type the confirmation ID in the space provided, click Next, and then follow the instructions.

  10. If the activation is not successful, stay on the line to be transferred to a product activation agent who can help you.

  How to contact a Microsoft Product Activation Center by phone
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/950929

  Microsoft Activation centers worldwide telephone numbers:
  http://www.Microsoft.com/licensing/existing-customers/activation-centers.aspx
  (This site is for activating Volume License, but if you call, they will help you)

  The phone number is not working:
  Microsoft Wordwide contacts: http://www.microsoft.com/worldwide/default.aspx

  Register Windows 7
  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/help/register
  Register Windows 7 and you automatically receive a series of three welcome to Windows e-mails
  filled with tips, creative tips and other information to you help get the most out of Windows 7.
  You also get a subscription to the monthly newsletter of Windows Explorer,
  where you will find other tips and tricks, as well as special offers.

  Activation and registration of a Microsoft product
  http://support.Microsoft.com/?kbid=326851
  Windows activation: (888) 571-2048

  Learn about Activation:
  http://TechNet.Microsoft.com/en-us/library/ff793423.aspx

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

• Cannot set UEFI after upgrade to 8.1 Windows (P6 HP 2364ea)

  Hello

  I recently bought a HP P6 (Pavilion) 2364ea tower that came with Windows 8 is installed. When buying I could enter the parameters of UEFI at startup by pressing one of the function keys. Now that I have upgraded to 8.1 Windows no splash screen or UEFI settings are available when booting - any function keys I type.

  I tried to reboot to the Windows Advanced Boot-> troubleshoot-> advanced options-> settings for UEFI firmware road but the PC starts just to a white screen with no hard disk activity. I then reboot into Windows 8. The same thing happens if I try to change the windows startup options.

  Any help would be greatly appreciated!

  Thank you

  Gary

  I have now managed to access the UEFI settings using an old VGA monitor to start instead of my screen thanks to a post of dave2009 on another thread. For anyone having the same problem here is his message:

  I hope it will work for you or someone else. I felt the same way - try to access the settings of the PC UEFI firmware and got a screen empty every time. Tried the ridiculous press F10 every second. Nada.

  Fortunately, I came across this post that put me on my solution. It's actually the BIOS could not display on my monitor (s).

  The BIOS has been there all along, but I didn't know it.

  My setup is a HP Envy with Intel HD graphics office built in connected with DVI to HDMI cables to 2 HP w2338h monitors that have a native resolution of 1920 x 1080 or more. Solution? Unplug everything and plug an older monitor CRT HP with a VGA to DVI. Seriously. My new HP desktop cannot display the HP BIOS on my HP flat screens. Now, I'm not going to dig into this but I suspect even just plug one of the flat screens equipped with a VGA connector could do the trick.

  And wa - la. My firmware is not corrupt. I need not do anything crazy. I just needed to downgrade my video connectors in order to see the bios. And, now that I have my graphics card inherited here, I see this cute bootscreen of HP. Previously, black until the windows open. It's a whole new world!

• The upgrade from Vista to Windows 7: How can I make sure that I keep Microsoft Office

  A few months back I took advantage of this offer to upgrade from Vista to Windows 7 for a discounted price. After that I downloaded the upgrade file, Upgrade Advisor told me that because I'm using Vista business and I was upgrade 7, that my computer would probably be home must pass through with a 'clean install', thus wiping my hard drive.

  That's fine with me, I could just move my documents and Favorites on an external hard drive. But I'm afraid that the upgrade will be wipe my Microsoft Office programs.

  I bought this computer a few years ago. I don't even know if I bought the program with office bundled with it, or if I bought it separately (and probably the discs are somewhere in storage).

  How can I make this update without losing Microsoft Office? Is it possible to confirm if my word has come with my computer or if I installed it separately. If it came with it, and I lose it, certainly there must be a free way for me to recover. Right?

  Any other advice for someone planning on the upgrade?

  Thank you!

  You're the one who knows if you installed Office.

  Office (Word, etc.) comes for free with Windows. you have to buy.

  If Office is preinstalled, it was a test.

  A clean installation will wipe everything.

  You cannot transfer programs.

  It needs to be reinstalled from the original media.

  If you do not have the desktop drive:

  http://support.Microsoft.com/default.aspx/KB/326246

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

  ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

  http://social.answers.Microsoft.com/forums/en-us/w7install/threads

  "Download Windows 7 installed and activated on your PC."

  They will help you in the Windows 7 Forum at the above address.

  See you soon.

  Mick Murphy - Microsoft partner

• Upgrade my laptop from window to window 10 8.1. but black screen after installation

  That I upgrade my laptop from window to window 10 8.1. But finish after the installation of the product monitor goes to black. and the laptop is not started. PL help me short on this problem. and advise me what can I do to cause a short circuit

  How long you wait to determine the installation program does not?

  • Make sure it's the disk activity (look at the hard drive LED light to confirm. If there is, keep waiting. If the Setup program goes beyond 2-3 hours, try the following steps.
  • Turn off the computer. Unplug the unit, then wait 20 minutes to 1 hour.
  • If you use a laptop, remove the battery if the option is available.
  • Disconnect from the Internet (unplug Ethernet and disable Wi - Fi).
  • Plug it in again, make sure that it is disconnected from the Internet, and then start the computer.
  • See if it completes the installation program.
  • If the installation program is finished and you see the desktop with the ability to click on start and launch programs, go ahead to reconnect to the Internet.
  • Update drivers: how: install and update drivers in Windows 10

• Upgrade from Vista to Windows 7 home Premiun home

  I've recently updated my PC from Vista to 7, and it doesn't have me let use my Vista key. The key of Vista is always good and active, but don't let me use in the upgrade to 7. What should I do another get a new copy of Windows 7?

  The ability to use a Windows 7 product key to activate Windows 10 is a single device, associated with the activation of Windows 10. Windows 7 never allowed the use of a Vista product key to activate Windows 7.

  I need to know where you bought Windows 7 (not so).

  If you choose to buy an OEM of Windows 7 version, you can only perform a 'custom' / clean install and an upgrade of Vista (where is kept of your applications and your data are not possible0.)

  You could also try as an experience see if Windows 10 is compatible with your PC. You can download and install (activation will not work using your Vista key, so skip activation during the Windows Installer process 10).

  If Windows 10 installed and that you are able to start and use the features of Windows 10 then you might want to consider upgrading to Windows 10 since costs will be substantially the same (and it's a real version of "Retail" Windows 10 and not an OEM version, which means that if you decide to upgrade your PC at a later date you can re - install on the new PC and 'Activate' 10). The only thing you need to consider is if all your Vista applications will run in Windows 10.

  Amazon Windows 10: http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_2/192-0443221-5456946?url=search-alias%3Dsoftware&field-keywords=Windows+10

  You can download the Windows version of Microsoft Tech bench 1511 10 ISO files, create your own installation media and use it to install and try 10 Windows here: https://www.Microsoft.com/en-us/software-download/techbench

  How to use Microsoft Tech bench website to download an ISO of Windows 10 file, create installation media and enable Windows 10

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

• lost activation of windows 7 when I uninstalled windows 10

  I have a used laptop bought with windows 7 on it two years ago.  I went through the process of activation then and it has been very well give me all the updates.  Two months ago, I received the windows 10 icon I have my tray and upgrade to windows free 10.  I had minor problems with windows 10 so restored to windows 7.  Everything was fine until now, all of a sudden im told my windows 7 is not enabled and it will not activate. I have no product key for windows 7 and I did not find and write down the product key for windows 10 when I have I had it installed. So now I have no way to reactivate my windows 7 and 10 windows will not reinstall. I'm sure that Microsoft, intended as a client validates windows 7 (without a product registered for her key) to have free windows 10 that now will be no reinstall and now even my windows 7 is ruined for activation. Please notify. I'd be happy to either get one activated windows 7 return or a 10 windows reinstall. Thank you, James H.

  By own tell you all wiping files and start from scratch?

  Yes.  Obviously you should back up files that you want to keep the first.  He pourrait be possible perform an installation developed level, but given your situation with the activation of Windows 7, I would recommend not this.

  This means that I would need a drive on the right.

  Yes (or the equivalent files on a USB key).

  I have a windows disc 10 resettlement which says I need a product key. But you are saying maybe I can live without this product key request?

  Yes.

  I just tried using the free windows than 10 download. It gives me a download but nothing happens when I try to "run" it. I guess that's because this isn't a new installation?

  You need start from the disc to start the process.  You must be careful to install the same version of Windows 10 you had before; You can not go home Pro and vice versa.

• Get the 'Message (unacceptable)' error while activating my Windows 7 product key.

  * Original title: product key

  When I want to active my windows 7 it ask me to enter the product key, but I can not enter the number (0) and I have this

  Message (unacceptable character)
  

  I've updated since an activated copy of Windows 7 or Windows 8/8.1, then I decided to reinstall using either the. ISO file, reset the player's PC or recovery, but I am prompted to enter a product key:

  Click on that later

  Windows 10 automatically reactivates in the coming days.

  Things you should know:

  • A Windows 7 or Windows 8/8.1 product key cannot Activate Windows 10. Windows 10 uses its own unique product key.
    
  • By default, the versions of Windows 10 are previously entered, which means, you don't have to enter a product key and should not be invited to enter one as long as you upgraded a activated License of Windows 7 or Windows 8 or 8.1 of Windows or Windows 10 Preview build.
     
  • If you perform a clean installation on the first attempt, you will have to start from an activated installation of Windows 7 or Windows 8/8.1.
    
  • If you are prompted to enter a product key, click on Do this later and give it a few days, 10 Windows will be activated automatically.
    
  • Activation servers may be overwhelmed at the time due to the volume of updates, so give it some time if you get an error of the type ()0XC004E003, 0x8007000D, 0x8007232b or 0x8007007B) 10 Windows will activate eventually as long as you upgrade by using the appropriate method.
    
  • It does not need to know your product key Windows 10, read "Understanding Product Activation in Windows 10:

  Figure 10 Windows Product Activation:

  In previous versions of Windows, when you have installed a version upgrade of Windows, if you want to reinstall the upgrade version, you had first reinstall permissible version where you upgraded, reactivate, then upgrade again and reactivate again.

  With Windows 10, this is no longer the case. Once you have upgraded to Windows 10 and enable, you can simply create a bootable copy on DVD or USB and reinstall all Windows 10 without having to reinstall the release candidate and it automatically reactivates.

  Quote:

  "10 keys Windows handles differently. When you migrate to Windows 10 via Windows Update to 8.1 Windows or Windows 7, the process saves your eligible hardware and OS computer with a Microsoft Product Activation Server. The device is considered as a device Windows 10.

  "Thereafter every time you re-install (or clean install) installation check in with these servers, concludes the unique installation ID and product validation.

  ZigZag3143 (MS - MVP)

  To learn more:

  http://answers.Microsoft.com/en-us/Insider/wiki/insider_wintp-insider_install/how-to-activate-and-resolve-common-product-key/33f31475-93B3-4D1C-812F-4b21fbd807a7

• Invalid activation of Windows 7?

  I recently had to replace my motherboard and installed a new ssd at the same time and I can't activate my valid copy of windows. Who should I contact to validate my copy of windows 7?

  If you have a version of Windows OEM (Came pre-installed with the PC) then "The Big Goodby":
  Your motherboard breaks down, unless the replacement card is the same your OEM version will no longer turn on and can not be moved or transferred to another computer.

  OEM of Windows 7 versions have the following limitations of 'important ':

  (1) OEM versions don't offer any free direct support from Microsoft technical support Microsoft

  (2) OEM licenses are tied to the computer 1 you install and activate it on.

  (3) you cannot reuse/reinstall an OEM version on another computer or another/replacement motherboard.

  (4) the OEM versions cannot be used to upgrade an earlier version of Windows, you must perform a
  Clean install (this means that your data is saved and the application must be reinstalled).

  = For a full commercial version try the phone activation =.

  How to activate Windows 7 or Vista manually (activate by phone)
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/950929/en-us

  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 any option * and wait for a person to help you.
  (6) explain your problem clearly to the support person.
  (7) the person must give you a confirmation ID, copy it down on paper,
  (8) check that the ID is correct in reading the support person.
  (9) to enter the ID number, then click 'Next' to complete the activation process.

  Activation and registration of a Microsoft product
  http://support.Microsoft.com/?kbid=326851
  Windows activation: (888) 571-2048
  (888) 725-1047 or 800-936-5700

  -Product key of letters and numbers-

  Not confused the letter B with the number 8, the letter Q with the letter O.
  the letter G and the number 6.

  A, E, I, O and u are not used.

  ----------------------------  Alternatives -------------------------------------

  To enable the use of the phone

  1. open Activation of Windows by clicking on the Start button, right click on computer, clicking Properties.
  then by clicking on activate Windows now. ?

  2. click on show me other ways to activate.

  3 type your Windows 7 product key, and then click Next.

  4. click on use the automated telephone and then click Next.
  If you are prompted for an administrator password or a confirmation, type the password or provide confirmation.

  5. click on the location nearest you from the drop-down list, and then click Next.

  6. call one of the available phone numbers listed. An automated system will guide you through the activation process.

  7. When prompted, enter the installation ID that is listed on your screen in your phone keypad.

  8 Note the confirmation ID the phone system gives you.

  9. under the terms of step 3, type the confirmation ID in the space provided, click Next, and then follow the instructions.

  10. If the activation is not successful, stay on the line to be transferred to a product activation agent who can help you.

  How to contact a Microsoft Product Activation Center by phone
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/950929

  Microsoft Activation centers worldwide telephone numbers:
  http://www.Microsoft.com/licensing/existing-customers/activation-centers.aspx
  (This site is for activating Volume License, but if you call, they will help you)

  The phone number is not working:
  Microsoft Wordwide contacts: http://www.microsoft.com/worldwide/default.aspx

  Register Windows 7
  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/help/register
  Register Windows 7 and you automatically receive a series of three welcome to Windows e-mails
  filled with tips, creative tips and other information to you help get the most out of Windows 7.
  You also get a subscription to the monthly newsletter of Windows Explorer,
  where you will find other tips and tricks, as well as special offers.

  Learn about Activation:
  http://TechNet.Microsoft.com/en-us/library/ff793423.aspx

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

• Activation of Windows 7 after reinstallation problem

  So, a few weeks ago, my laptop has been infected with something, and my bf suggested resinstalling the operating system to wipe the computer clean, so we did. We used his copy of the full edition of Windows 7 that he had bought in a bookshop on campus. Jump in now, I realize that I have to activate windows and try to do it with the product of his cd key. When it starts to turn on, it says "the following error occurred while trying to use the product key: Code: 0xC004F061 Description: the Software Licensing Service determined that this specified product usable only key for the upgrade, not for new installations." Because this does not work, I used the key on the back of my laptop. Then he said: "the product key you entered will not work with this edition of Windows 7." You must run the installation of Windows 7 or enter a product key Windows 7 Ultimate. »

  If I'm screwed? I'll have to go and buy ANOTHER copy of Windows 7 Ultimate so I can have a 'legitimate' Windows copy, even if it already is legit? Help, please. Thank you.

  How to activate Windows 7 or Vista manually (activate by phone)
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/950929/en-us

  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 any option * and wait for a person to help you.
  (6) clearly explain your problem to the support person.
  (7) the person must give you a confirmation ID, copy it down on paper,
  (8) check that the ID is correct in reading the support person.
  (9) to enter the ID number, then click 'Next' to complete the activation process.

  ----------------------------  Alternatives -------------------------------------

  To enable the use of the phone
  1. open Activation of Windows by clicking on the Start button, right click on computer, clicking Properties.
  then by clicking on activate Windows now. ?

  2. click on show me other ways to activate.

  3 type your Windows 7 product key, and then click Next.

  4. click on use the automated telephone and then click Next.
  If you are prompted for an administrator password or a confirmation, type the password or provide confirmation.

  5. click on the location nearest you from the drop-down list, and then click Next.

  6. call one of the available phone numbers listed. An automated system will guide you through the activation process.

  7. When prompted, enter the installation ID that is listed on your screen in your phone keypad.

  8 Note the confirmation ID the phone system gives you.

  9. under the terms of step 3, type the confirmation ID in the space provided, click Next, and then follow the instructions.

  10. If the activation is not successful, stay on the line to be transferred to a product activation agent who can help you.

  How to contact a Microsoft Product Activation Center by phone
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/950929

  Microsoft Activation centers worldwide telephone numbers:
  http://www.Microsoft.com/licensing/existing-customers/activation-centers.aspx
  (This site is for activating Volume License, but if you call, they will help you)

  The phone number is not working:
  Microsoft Wordwide contacts: http://www.microsoft.com/worldwide/default.aspx

  Register Windows 7
  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/help/register
  Register Windows 7 and you automatically receive a series of three welcome to Windows e-mails
  filled with tips, creative tips and other information to you help get the most out of Windows 7.
  You also get a subscription to the monthly newsletter of Windows Explorer,
  where you will find other tips and tricks, as well as special offers.

  Activation and registration of a Microsoft product
  http://support.Microsoft.com/?kbid=326851
  Windows activation: (888) 571-2048

  Learn about Activation:
  http://TechNet.Microsoft.com/en-us/library/ff793423.aspx

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