When you try to activate by phone, you voice says the number you gave me (ID) is not valid.

the sticker is no longer legible. When you telephone, you voice says the number you gave me (ID) is not valid. I entered the # repeatedly and even had someone make sure I'm there enter correctly.

Hi kenw1955,

You can follow the steps in the link below that relates to a similar question

http://answers.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows/Forum/windows_xp-windows_install/Windows-XP-Home-activation-window-fail-to-appear/855fe79d-3f8e-454c-b2ba-83486be5459f

Important This section, method, or task contains steps that tell you how to modify the registry. However, serious problems can occur if you modify the registry incorrectly. Therefore, make sure that you proceed with caution. For added protection, back up the registry before you edit it. Then you can restore the registry if a problem occurs. For more information about how to back up and restore the registry, click on the number below to view the article in the Microsoft Knowledge Base.
How to back up and restore the registry in Windows

If the problem persists, contact customer support

How and when to contact Microsoft and support Customer Service

http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/295539

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