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Windows XP Activation problem
After a computer has been Syspreped mini setup was selected and then resealed, I am unable to activate Windows XP. I power up the computer, go through the mini setup screens, key in the Microsoft Product key from the lid of that computer. Once the desktop appears, I...
Tags: computer, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Windows XP, srose@..., windows, windows xp activation
Discussion threads 2007-01-25
Windows xp Activation
I have a windows XP pro corperate addition activation. After 30 days one of the machines ask me to active the product. It will not activate over the internet. I do think the corp CD key is not correct . How can i change the CD key...
Tags: activation, CD Key, hUDSUMMER@..., Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Windows XP, windows, Windows XP Activation
Q&A 2004-12-13

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SolutionBase: Changes to Product Activation and Volume Licensing
Windows XP introduced Windows Product Activation, which helped Microsoft control piracy but became a bane to network administrators who installed and needed to activate Windows XP in large organizations. Windows Vista takes product activation worries to a new level. Here's what you'll face.
Tags: Volume-license, Product Activation, Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Windows XP, Operating Systems, Software
Download resources 2007-05-03
Windows vistal activation after reinstall
In windows xp there was a WPA file in system32 that could be copied and used to show activation when a hard drive was wiped and xp reinstalled with the same hardware. Is there a similar file in Vista?
Tags: Wi-Fi, Network security, salemdoc, Microsoft Windows, activation
Discussion threads 2007-05-25
Activation on XP PRO OEM OS, mobo changed
I replaced mobo on Gateway computer has Gateway OEM XP PRO, now requires activation, MS and Gateway say NO, need to buy new OS, ok will buy but what version of XP PRO do I buy and can I just use the product number off the new OS and install...
Tags: activation, Microsoft Windows XP Professional, OEM, operating system, ron@..., windows
Discussion threads 2004-10-20
unable login to xp
I INSTALLED XP ON TO MY COMPUTER AND A MESSAGE PROMPT ME TO REGISTER WITHIN THIRTY DAYS. THE THIRTY DAYS HAS EXPIRED AND I AM UNABLE TO LOG ON TO THE SYSTEM.COULD SOME HELP ME WITH THIS PROBLEM.THANKS IN ADVANCE .WISTLERThis is the XP activation. Use the activation wizard...
Tags: activation, Microsoft Windows XP, software, wistler777@...
Q&A 2004-10-01
TechNet Webcast: Understanding Activation and Validation in Windows Vista and Windows Server 2008 (Level 200)
Windows product activation, which was first introduced in consumer editions, is now required for all editions of the Windows operating system. This webcast provides a business and technical overview of the activation and validation changes in Windows Vista and Windows Server 2008. Volume Activation 2.0 supports new types of license...
Tags: Webcast, Microsoft Windows Server, Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft TechNet, Microsoft Windows, Operating Systems, Microsoft Windows Server 2008, Software
Webcasts 2008-06-30
Activate win xp.
dear all,Please tell,I hv preloaded laptop win xp pro.windows crufted suddenly, then i hv not cd n i installed wd hcl cd bt it asking 4 activation. i put key which is microsoft sticker bt it doesent activate.Pleasehelp me how to activate my windows..i have only today ledt. 4 activation.Regards,Arvind...
Tags: arvindsemalty1@..., Please tell,I, activation, Microsoft Windows XP
Discussion threads 2007-10-11
windows activation
I am now using windows xp sp2 version and window vista, every time they will remind me to activate this windows within 30 days, i have reason not to activate this windows. Are there any ways to disable the activation proccess. your immediate answers pls. ThanksNo Legal WayThere are...
Tags: Construction, benjwie@..., window
Discussion threads 2007-08-12
ACTIVATION STATUS
KEEP ACTIVATION STATUS WHEN RELOADING XP OPERATING SYSTEMCall Microsoft for a new activation code...If reinstalling XP, you need to keep a copy of the wpa.dbl file. Copy it back to c:windowssystem32 when done. Then you don`t need to reactivate.Most of the reload routines will require re-entry of the key.Obtain one...
Tags: Microsoft Windows XP
Q&A 2004-11-09
Deploying Windows XP Using Windows Product Activation
Microsoft Windows Product Activation WPA is aimed at reducing casual copying and hard disk loading. It applies primarily to 32-bit retail and system builder systems. Activation is not needed for 64-bit systems, or for customers using Microsoft volume licensing programs, such as Select or Open Licensing. Most large original equipment...
Tags: Activation, Microsoft Corp., Microsoft Windows, 64-Bit, Microsoft Windows XP, Operating Systems, Software, Processors, Semiconductors, Hardware, Components
White papers 2003-05-21
XP Reg and Activation files
In Windows XP I know there are twop files that contain the users registration and activation information, what are they and where are they found please?C:WINDOWSsystem32wpa.bakC:WINDOWSsystem32wpa.dblActivation information is stored in wpa.dbl in System32 folder.User registration information Registered owner and organization is stored in the following Registry key on the...
Tags: Activation, AbbeTech, windows, Microsoft Windows XP
Q&A 2006-08-27
Windows XP activation on domain does not work
Hi,We have the following problem. Some IBM/Lenovo notebooks cannot be reïnstalled with our Corporate Windows XP pro version, so we are stuck with the oem installation. These need activation.The activation of this XP pro does not work. It just can't find the internet connection. Strange, because the internet connection works...
Tags: a.hoffman@..., activation, isa, Microsoft Corp., Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Windows XP Professional, networking, windows
Discussion threads 2007-01-09
XP Activation
I simply wish to exercise a little more on an issue I was reading between "Retired Techie Keith" and goofytech. Perhaps I'm reading it wrong but it appears to indicate that if new hardware is added, avoiding XP activation is as simple as reinstalling X
Tags: hardware, software, stefanie7@..., Microsoft Windows XP, wpa and xp activation, client machine, hard drive
Discussion threads 2006-12-20
Acticating Windows XP Pro
I have purchased Windows Xp Pro with SP2 on.I installed it and it asked me to activate it, this is what i did.I had to buy a new Hard drive and my other one stopped working correctly.I once again installed Windows Xp Pro and it asked me to activate it....
Tags: Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Windows XP, Windows XP Pro, activation, Microsoft Windows XP Professional, john.cb1@..., windows, hard drive, PC
Q&A 2006-08-19
TechNet Webcast: Windows Vista Volume Activation 2.0 (Level 200)
This webcast covers Volume Activation 2.0, the flexible solution that enables Microsoft Volume Licensing customers to activate products more securely and easily on computers that are running the Windows Vista operating system and Microsoft Windows Server code-named "Longhorn." The presenters provide a technical overview of the activation options, planning, reporting,...
Tags: Webcast, Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Corp., Microsoft TechNet, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), Operating Systems, Digital Media, Software, Consumer Electronics, Personal Technology
Webcasts
TechNet Webcast: Troubleshooting Activation and Validation Issues With Windows Vista and Windows Server 2008 (Level 300)
The attendee of this webcast will learn to resolve some of the common issues with Windows product activation in enterprise environments. This webcast covers the steps to troubleshoot top issues around product activation and validation, and it provides proactive guidance and the latest updates on Volume Activation 2.0 for the...
Tags: Webcast, Microsoft Windows Server, Product Activation, Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft TechNet, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Windows Server 2008, Operating Systems, Software
Webcasts 2008-07-14
Windows 2003 Server Activation Code Transfer
Hi,Do you have any idea about transfering activation code and licence from one server to another without using web activation.Short of moving the HDD between serversThis isn't possible.Col
Tags: networking, hardware, it management, software, windows, akarakaya@..., Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Windows 2003, Microsoft Windows Server 2003
Discussion threads 2006-12-14
windows xp serial code problem
well i bought a new windows xp serial code and installed it on my computer, but then my hhd broke so i had to buy a new one . Now that i installed it i tryed to reinstall windows but it sez that my key is already active what...
Tags: Construction, Dsl54, Activation Key, Microsoft Windows XP
Discussion threads 2007-05-16
Confirmation ID
How can I locate the confirmation ID for my Windows XP. I need to reinstall the operating system, but have done so before,and I can not activate it again.Microsoft will allow you to reinstall XP on the same hardware as often as needed.If you are installing XP on new...
Tags: activation, jayphil, Microsoft Windows XP, windows
Q&A 2004-12-28
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