cannot activate old XP Professional

[Paul]

I nhave an old laptop (2001) and the hgard drive died. I am trying to
re-install XP Professional and it won't take the product key. Te manufacturer
is no longer in business. I cannot get to the phone number to call Microsoft,
or they ask for a credit card. How do I get a new key or find out to to ket
the original to work? Thank you!

 

[Carey Frisch [MVP]]

How to Replace Lost, Broken, or Missing Microsoft Software or Hardware
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/326246/en-gb

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Carey Frisch
Microsoft MVP
Windows Shell/User

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I nhave an old laptop (2001) and the hgard drive died. I am trying to
re-install XP Professional and it won't take the product key. Te manufacturer
is no longer in business. I cannot get to the phone number to call Microsoft,
or they ask for a credit card. How do I get a new key or find out to to ket
the original to work? Thank you!