Windows XP key code

[Greg]

A few years ago I purchased the windows XP upgrade to
upgrade my version of Windows ME. A couple of days ago
my computer crashed and I took it to CompUSA. They are
ready to reinstall Windows but they called and need the
product key code. I most likely threw out the container
the original disk came in with the product code on it. Is
there anyway to get the key code from microsoft? I'm
pretty sure I registered it with them. Thanks

 

[Star Fleet Admiral Q]

I withdrew some money from the ATM bank, somewhere along the way I
lost it or threw it away. Do you think I can contact the bank and get
it replaced. I mean, they have the information where I withdrew the
money?

 

[Guest]

If you registered with MS then there is the possiblility that they have your information. I do not know what they will require from you to prove that you are the one that registered or if they will help you at all.

 

[Rick \Nutcase\ Rogers]

Hi,

You are supposed to retain your key, it's right there on the packaging that
says "do not lose this product key". Registering your copy entitles you to
support, not a replacement. There are ways to read the key from the system
if the dolts at CompUSA are willing to use them.

This utility works for retail versions:
http://www.webtree.ca/windowsxp/ViewKeyXP.exe

Or, try this one which just gives you the key:
http://www.magicaljellybean.com/keyfinder.shtml

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Best of Luck,

Rick Rogers aka "Nutcase" MS-MVP - Windows
Windows isn't rocket science! That's my other hobby!

Associate Expert - WinXP - Expert Zone

 

[Plato]

the original disk came in with the product code on it. Is
there anyway to get the key code from microsoft? I'm

What did MS say when you called them and asked?

 

[Greg]

I have a life, so I don't sit around organizing my CD's
according to their Star Trek character preference like
some scumbags. So you can just suck my dick you lowlife
loser.

 

[Guest]

It's losers like you that give smart computer people a
bad name. At least I have a life and don't sit around
reading Windows XP posts day after day.

 

[JB]

you can probably get the info from microsoft. I would just go to support.microsoft.com and then search for something like 'lost product key,' if you indeed registered it with them, I'm sure they can help you
-Yaw




It's losers like you that give smart computer people a
bad name. At least I have a life and don't sit around
reading Windows XP posts day after day.

 

[Bruce Chambers]

Greetings --

The Windows 25-character Product Key (required to perform the
installation) is stored on the CD packaging on a bright orange sticker
that says "Do not lose this number." If it was an OEM (factory
installed) license, it's stored on a label that the PC manufacturer
affixed to the exterior of the PC case, or on the bottom of a laptop.

To recover a lost Product Key:

If your system still runs, you should be able to use Belarc
Advisor from http://www.belarc.com/free_download.html to find the
Product Key. (If you have a factory-installed OEM license, and
haven't since reinstalled the OS, the revealed Product Key is probably
of the drive image used at the factory and not _your_ specific Product
Key; therefore, it probably cannot be -- and definitely should not
be -- used for a re-installation.)

If it was a retail license and you have proof of purchase:

How to Replace Lost, Broken, or Missing Microsoft Software or Hardware
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=KB;en-us;326246

If it was an OEM license, you should contact whomever sold you the
PC; although very few manufacturers/vendors keep records of the
Product Keys they've sold, it's worth a try before you have to buy a
new license.


Bruce Chambers

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