Hopefully this is a common issue .......

[kristina_f_1]

I recently purchased the Windows Vista software . Once I completed the
installation I thought I was good to go. Well I moved across state and
finally unpacked my computer.... I turned it on and I was informed
that windows has enabled reduced functionality on my os....ok so how
the hell do i "Go to the start menu" to activate my copy of windows if
my OS is gone ... all I have access to right now is internet.....
Sorry about the frustration its just bad timing for this activation
and validation crap....Im so thankful for any response I need your
help ...thanks

 

[Carey Frisch [MVP]]

Restoring Vista functionality once in reduced functionality mode:
http://content.zdnet.com/2346-12554_22-56073.html

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Carey Frisch
Microsoft MVP
Windows Shell/User

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I recently purchased the Windows Vista software . Once I completed the
installation I thought I was good to go. Well I moved across state and
finally unpacked my computer.... I turned it on and I was informed
that windows has enabled reduced functionality on my os....ok so how
the hell do i "Go to the start menu" to activate my copy of windows if
my OS is gone ... all I have access to right now is internet.....
Sorry about the frustration its just bad timing for this activation
and validation crap....Im so thankful for any response I need your
help ...thanks

 

[Andre Da Costa[ActiveWin]]

You said you have an Internet connection, that means you are good, just
follow the instructions on the screen to activate your copy of Vista, the
Activation wizard should detect your internet connection. If you are unable
to do it over the Internet, there should be Automated Telephone system
option on the Activation Wizard with instructions for calling Microsoft and
getting the software activated.