Greetings --
You need to examine the Product Key very carefully. It's
awfully easy to mistake a "B" for an "8," a "G" for a "6," an "S" for
a "5," or a "Q" for a "0" or "O." Fortunately, Microsoft had the good
sense to leave the "1's," "I's," "O's," and "0's" out of the equation.
Also, be sure that your CapsLock if _off_ while entering the Product
Key.
Troubleshooting Invalid CD Key Error Message During Windows XP Setup
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;310637
Additionally, Product Keys are bound to the specific type and
language of CD/license (OEM, Volume, retail, full, or Upgrade) with
which they are purchased. For example, a WinXP Home OEM Product Key
won't work for any retail version of WinXP Home, or for any version of
WinXP Pro, and vice versa. An upgrade's Product Key cannot be used
with a full version CD, and vice versa. An OEM Product Key will not
work to install a retail product. An Italian Product Key will not
work with an English CD. Bottom line: Product Keys and CDs cannot be
mixed & matched. You have to have the specific type of installation
CD for which that license and Product Key was designed.
Bruce Chambers
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Lou said:
I have two computers running XP and two authenticity certificates
both containing 25 place product key. When I try to fill in the
blanks when asked for this authenticity code it tells me both are
invalid. I have two genuine right from microsoft and dell window xp
discs. I am trying to either repair or replace my current xp because
it is full of part files that won't delete, and error messages.
Any one having a similar problem?? How hard can it be to type in 25
characters correctly? Apparently quite difficult cause it's not
working for me. Any advis would be appreciated
