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If you bought a copy the retail of Windows, the product key will be on a sticker on the bright colors on the case. It will say something like "DO NOT LOSE THIS PRODUCT KEY". If you have an OEM computer, the product key will be on a label for a certificate of authority somewhere on the computer. It is usually not necessary to enter the product key when reinstalling on these types of computers if you use the mftr computer recovery discs...

If you have lost your product key XP, the best option is to call Microsoft. Call on (800) 248-0655 Microsoft Licensing Fulfillment Center toll-free number from Monday to Friday from 06:00 to 15:00 Pacific time.
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