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How to extract XP install key from a BACKUP???

I wiped the drive on a seriously compromised Vaio that had dozens of variations of the Bagel virus and nearly would not run. Prior to erasing, I pulled a full image of the drive using Acronis.As luck would have it, the client could not locate the Sony CDs so I...

Tags: CD, cd key, install code, install key, it management, jjourard, keyfinder, Microsoft Windows XP, reinstall, software, windows, XP Install, xp key

Discussion threads 2007-01-07

Install Keys and System Imaging

I think I know the answer to this but would like confirmation...If I install XP Professional using an MSDN or Stand Alone key on the front-side, then Ghost and Sysprep, can I then use a Volume Licensing key on the back side?I'm thinking the answer is no.Sysprep firstDo your sysprep...

Tags: cduncan@..., Ghost, hardware, imaging, install key, SysPrep, System

Discussion threads 2005-05-31

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XP install on Panasonic Toughbook

I have a Panasonic Toughbook Im trying to re-install windows XP Pro. I didnt have the install key but I found the unattend.txt file on the cd that has the install key in it. When I put that key in Iget the invalid key window. Any ideas or pointers on...

Tags: product key, Microsoft Windows XP, Panasonic Toughbook, Panasonic

Discussion threads 2008-03-30

how do you find a product key code

from off a cd? i have a couple games on cd but lost the envalope with the install key . so where do i look with in the cd. will i need a decoderIf you registered them, contact the manufacturer. .It depends on the programsSome have a Product...

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Discussion threads 2008-01-31

If I have Microsoft Office product key, can I install w/out disks?

I'm hoping to install Microsoft Office 2004 for mac on my new mac laptop... but when i dug around for my install disks from my last computer, i found the case w/out the disk inside. awesome. so i have the product key and no disks... it seems...

Tags: jessileejack@..., disk, product key, Microsoft Corp., Microsoft Office

Discussion threads 2007-11-13

cd key for windows service pack2

i want get ityou won't get itherego awaySP2 doesn't have a key ..It is a stand-alone install for Windows XP. :)The Product Key for any M$ OEM Install DiasIs on a sticker on the side of the case.It is a 25 Digit Alpha Numeric String that you need to...

Tags: Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2

Discussion threads 2008-11-01

Using OEM XP Professional Product Key

I am installing Windows XP Professional on a Compaq EVO W4000 that has a legitimate XP Professional Product Key sticker on the side of it. I do not have the OEM installation CD that originally came with this workstation. My goal is to be able to install XP...

Tags: balfour@..., product key, Microsoft Windows XP, sticker

Discussion threads 2007-03-20

Have office 2000 disc - lost product key

I should have known better - but even experts in the field get it wrong!!I have an office 2000 disc bought and paid for but have mislaid the product key.I had a product key written down, and thought this was it, but the install says it's not valid.Just my luck.Does...

Tags: jledda0@..., product key, disc

Discussion threads 2007-08-03

product key

hi! could you please help. i lost my windows 98 se product key. would you mind give so that i can re install my corrupt computer here in the office.thanksIn order to retrieve your product key...you need to be able to access the Registry.If your computer is indeed 'corrupt' and...

Tags: ramsey.liguden@..., product key, Microsoft Corp.

Discussion threads 2007-07-19

Starting XP Professional on blank PC; no product code key...HELP!

I have uninstalled the prior OS on my other PC, but I cannot find the 25-digit product code key for the install CD that is trying to install. How do I obtain the key?Call Microsoftand buy one. That is the best and possibly only legal way to do it.

Tags: iawood63@..., feedback, e-mail, Microsoft Windows XP, PC

Discussion threads 2007-02-01

Could not open key: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESoftwareMicrosoftWindowsCurrentVe

Every time that I want to install a SW, I have this error:Could not open key: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESoftwareMicrosoftWindowsCurrentVersionrun.Verify that you have sufficient access to that key, or contact your support personnel.I'm an administrador user.If I go to regedit and search that key, I have this message:Could not open key.What can I...

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Discussion threads 2007-03-15

Change Windows 2000 Professional Product Key

Hi,I need to change the product key on an existing install of Win2K pro.Situation - I was building a "new" pc from old parts for a neighbor who could not afford to buy a new one when her old one died. She had Win2K Pro on her old one....

Tags: Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional, Microsoft Windows 2000, Win2K Pro CD, product key, CD

Discussion threads 2008-05-22

key code retrieval

is there some way to retieve toe key code from memory or ? seems the computer I bought belonged to someone else before the guy I got it from so no name or adress to ID it to MS HELP spent some big bucks $$ Im told the copy was...

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Discussion threads 2008-11-08

NetCafe

Hi anyone know how to crack this netcafe software cause I can't find the programmer.The software have a key to run this software. everytime you install this you need you put the key on the file KEY.INI... to get the key I will have to generate a key

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Discussion threads 2006-11-29

Problem in Software Installation

when i install any software like ms office, photshop a error message showing that serial key is invalid but that key proper working on another system. Pls give me solutionBuy a new LicenseYou are only allowed to use each software key once.You need to buy a new license for each...

Tags: Tools & Techniques, software

Discussion threads 2008-09-14

lost key codes for win98

I totaly erased my hard drive and found a win98 cd but have no key codes to install the cd by, and I know that it is not the cd that was origanaly installed. So now where can I find some key code that will install win98 on this computer..

Tags: morrisonkw@..., Microsoft Windows 98

Discussion threads 2007-10-13

validity of windows xp product key

i need to install MS visual C# 2005 express edition software to do a project. wen i put in the cd i get a message saying i need to install windows xp service pack 2. i hav downloaded it but during installation a message comes up saying 'windows os product...

Tags: Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2, pritika_dayal@..., product key, Microsoft Windows XP

Discussion threads 2007-04-30

MS Product Key Recovery 1 (Windows)

MS Product Key Recovery is a program to recover Windows Key and Microsoft Office Key. When you re-install Windows or Office, you need to register the product again with your product key you ordered before, but unfortunately you haven't noted down the product key or have lost the key. For...

Tags: Recovery, Product Key, Microsoft Corp., Top Password Software, MS Product Key Recovery, Microsoft Windows, Operating Systems, Software

Software downloads 2008-06-12

NOT FROM THE INSTALLED O/S!!!

Is the 25-digit Product Key Code retrievable from the Windows Vista Home Basic CD prior to installation? I do NOT want to retrieve it from the registry. I need to know how to find it on the o/s installation disc/CD.What's the difference?Should be the same either on the...

Tags: Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), Vista DVD, Microsoft Windows Vista, product key, CD

Discussion threads 2008-08-15

Microsoft Office 2000 Professional Product Key Issue

I have Microsoft Office 2000 Professional(original discs x2). I believe I have the original product key, yet when trying to re-install coming back as incorrect key. I believe that a new key was issued/acertained when major update 02ksr1a was incorporated. Although, this problem has only arisen after...

Tags: Microsoft Office 2000, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Office 2000 Professional, Microsoft Corp.

Discussion threads 2008-07-30