Windows Vista will not let me activate it because the key is already used on the same PC

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  had a new hard drive installed on my pc. recovered to the factory specifications and reinstalled PC windows7 home premium.  had worse transtering the backup data.  so I got the pc again, but this time it will not be upgraded because must be running Vista Home Basic sp1.  so I installed the service with some difficulty, but the message indicates that sp1 was intstalled successfully and vista won't upgrade.

  Perform a custom installation of Windwos 7 on Windows Vista:

  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)

  Select the disk partition where you want to install Windows 7 click Next.

  You will receive the following warning:

  The partition you have selected may contain files from a previous Installation of Windows. If so, these files and folders will be moved to a folder named Windows.old. You will be able to access the information in Windows.old, but you will be able to use your previous version of Windows.

  (At all costs, do NOT click on anything in Format, deletion or Partition name.) So even do a custom installation, your personal files are still kept. Click OK

  The installation program will now begin installation. During installation, your computer will be restarted several times.

  Once the installation is complete, you can complete the Out of Box experience as the choice of your laptop, create a username, password, your time zone. You can then proceed to download the latest updates for Windows and reinstall your applications and drivers.

  You can then retrieve your personal files from the Windows.old folder and reinstall all of your applications and drivers.

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• Windows Vista, will not let me install the software! follow-up of the steps and nothing

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  This error message you get?
  The problem just started recently?

  You can try a system restore to what installs worked: http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows-vista/What-is-System-Restore

  In addition, try the difficulty here: http://support.microsoft.com/mats/Program_Install_and_Uninstall

• Windows Vista will not let me delete a file.

  Attempt to remove the old program files.

  Windows says I need permission to delete files.

  There is only one user and a profile on this computer.  This profile is the sole Director.

  The dialog box does not offer the possibility to grant permission for the removal.  Said only that I need of approval.

  Do this first.

  How to take possession of an item in Vista and Windows 7
  http://www.Vistax64.com/tutorials/67717-take-ownership-file.html

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  Preparation of control system was updated.
  Binary version 6.0.6002.22202
  Package Version 6.0
  2009-10-24 12:36

  Checking Windows Service Packages

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  Watchlist checking

  Checking packages
  (f) MOTHER of CBS missing 0 x 00000002 servicing\packages\Package_2_for_KB975467~31bf3856ad364e35~x86~~6.0.1.0.mum
  (f) MOTHER of CBS missing 0 x 00000002 servicing\packages\Package_for_KB975467_client_1~31bf3856ad364e35~x86~~6.0.1.0.mum
  (f) MOTHER of CBS missing 0 x 00000002 servicing\packages\Package_for_KB975467_client~31bf3856ad364e35~x86~~6.0.1.0.mum
  (f) MOTHER of CBS missing 0 x 00000002 servicing\packages\Package_for_KB975467~31bf3856ad364e35~x86~~6.0.1.0.mum

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  servicing\packages\Package_2_for_KB975467~31bf3856ad364e35~x86~~6.0.1.0.mum
  servicing\packages\Package_for_KB975467_client_1~31bf3856ad364e35~x86~~6.0.1.0.mum
  servicing\packages\Package_for_KB975467_client~31bf3856ad364e35~x86~~6.0.1.0.mum
  servicing\packages\Package_for_KB975467~31bf3856ad364e35~x86~~6.0.1.0.mum
  servicing\packages\Package_2_for_KB975467~31bf3856ad364e35~x86~~6.0.1.0.cat
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  Hello Yiratr,

  Thank you for using the Microsoft answers Forums.

  Solution:

  Follow the steps in the web link below.

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/956702

  That should do the trick for you.

  Thank you.

  Kind regards

  Augustine.

  "URGO".

  UDAY $012 please let me know that whether the solution worked or not, I thank you and appreciate your comments. URGO

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• Windows Vista will not start or repair.

  Greetings!

  I'm having a problem with my computer. About 2 weeks, my Windows Vista out of nowhere began to fail in the market with the infamous and hated "cannot start Windows, a recent hardware or software may have... "and the options of start that none who work. I tried to fix it several times, but Windows would only start for an hour or two, and then the screen would go black. When I tried to start up, he would go back to the Windows cannot start message. I then completely reinstall windows, but every time I try the black screen comes back and the windows do not message starts again. I then tried to boot from an Ubuntu disc and install it, in vain the same black screen and message windows after that reload will appear. Now, the computer will only start with the windows form has failed every other power-up, otherwise the black screen appears. I looked inside my computer and everything is plugged tight, and I just checked my drive for errors of law before the failure, so I don't know what could be the cause of this.

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  Hi noblesb,

  First disconnect the external devices connected to the computer except the mouse and keyboard.

  I suggest that you try the startup repair using the windows vista installation disc.

  1. Insert the installation disc.
  2. restart your computer.
  3. click on the Start button, click the arrow next to the lock button, and then click restart.
  4. If you are prompted, press any key to start Windows from the installation disc.
  Note If your computer is not configured to start from a CD or a DVD, see the documentation provided with your computer. You may need to change your computer's BIOS settings. For more information, see BIOS: frequently asked questions.
  5. choose your language settings, and then click Next.
  6. click on repair your computer.
  7. Select the operating system you want to repair, and then click Next.
  8. in the System Recovery Options menu, click Startup Repair.
   
  Check out the link for more information below.
  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-Vista/how-do-I-fix-a-boot-startup-problem

  If the previous step fails then check if the computer is able to boot into the advanced boot options.

  Steps to start in safe mode

  1 restart your computer if it is running.
  2. tap on the F8 key after your initially on powers computer.
  3. Once you see the menu Advanced Boot Options, you can stop tapping.
  4. use the up/down arrows to select your selection.
  5. Select Safe Mode and press enter.
  6. you should see loading drivers and wait please.
  7. you should then be on the Welcome screen.
  8. connect to your computer using an account with administrator privileges.

  If you are unable to boot into safe mode, then try any other fashion among early startup options, check out the link for more information below.

  Startup options (including safe mode)
  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-Vista/advanced-startup-options-including-safe-mode

  I hope this helps!

  Halima S - Microsoft technical support.
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  (1) what is the exact full error message?

  (2) is the specific question of an update?

  (3) remember you to make changes to the computer before the show?

  You can try the following methods and check the status of the issue.

  Method 1:

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  Furthermore, I cleaned my computer, it is now almost completely free of dust. In addition, I can't get into the BIOS, I can't get into safe mode, and now I can't have in the command line

  Hello

  If you are unable to enter the BIOS and all the other problems, you have hardware problems
  and need the help of a real store of the computer (no leeks and glances at a Best Buy or any other
  Department stores) or Support of HP/Compaq.

  Compaq Presario Support
  http://www.Compaq.com/country/cpq_support.html

  Forums for HP/Compaq
  http://h30434.www3.HP.com/PSG/

  I hope this helps.

  Rob Brown - MS MVP - Windows Desktop Experience: Bike - Mark Twain said it right.