Installing Windows XP SP2 as Upgrade to Windows XP home Edition

[Guest]

I have tried to install windows XP SP2 as an update. I entered the product
key and it gives me an error message that it is invalid. Customer Service has
confirmed the product key is in fact valid.

What action should I take to overcome this problem so I can install Windows
XP SP 2? What is causing this problem

 

[Carey Frisch [MVP]]

Go out and purchase a "Full Version" of Windows XP
and proceed with a "Repair Install".

How to Perform a Windows XP Repair Install
http://www.michaelstevenstech.com/XPrepairinstall.htm

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Carey Frisch
Microsoft MVP
Windows - Shell/User
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| I have tried to install windows XP SP2 as an update. I entered the product
| key and it gives me an error message that it is invalid. Customer Service has
| confirmed the product key is in fact valid.
|
| What action should I take to overcome this problem so I can install Windows
| XP SP 2? What is causing this problem
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| Mike Beever
| Strategic School Solutions
| San Jose CA

 

[Bruce Chambers]

I have tried to install windows XP SP2 as an update. I entered the product
key and it gives me an error message that it is invalid. Customer Service has
confirmed the product key is in fact valid.

What action should I take to overcome this problem so I can install Windows
XP SP 2? What is causing this problem

If you are trying to install a WinXP Service Pack and getting the
following:

The Product Key Used to Install Windows Is Invalid
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;Q326904

You need to purchase and a _legitimate_ retail or OEM full license
of WinXP Pro to perform a repair (a.k.a. in-place upgrade) installation,
using the new CDs and Product Keys.

How to Perform an In-Place Upgrade of Windows XP
http://support.microsoft.com/directory/article.asp?ID=KB;EN-US;Q315341

You should also report whomever sold you this license to your local
law enforcement agencies; you've been defrauded.


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Bruce Chambers

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