Lost activation code

[Dawn Barnes-Eenhuis]

I upgraded my system to XP last summer. Just last month I
had horrible computer problems and they had to wipe out my
hard drive. I had the upgrade installed by a local
computer repair service, along with some additional
upgrades. When I went to reinstall Windows XP, I was
unable to locate the certificate of authenticity with my
activation code. I contacted my local computer guy and he
was unable to help me, but would charge me $75.00 for
another code number. I believe that I registered my
version with microsoft and am wondering if I would be able
to obtain the code from them. However, when trying to
contact regarding this information, I am asked for the
number. I do not wish to pay a second time for something
that I have already purchased.

Can anyone help?

Dawn
(e-mail address removed)

 

[Carey Frisch [MVP]]

How to Replace Lost, Broken, or Missing Microsoft Software or Hardware
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;[LN];326246

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Carey Frisch
Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User

Be Smart! Protect your PC!
http://www.microsoft.com/security/protect/

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|I upgraded my system to XP last summer. Just last month I
| had horrible computer problems and they had to wipe out my
| hard drive. I had the upgrade installed by a local
| computer repair service, along with some additional
| upgrades. When I went to reinstall Windows XP, I was
| unable to locate the certificate of authenticity with my
| activation code. I contacted my local computer guy and he
| was unable to help me, but would charge me $75.00 for
| another code number. I believe that I registered my
| version with microsoft and am wondering if I would be able
| to obtain the code from them. However, when trying to
| contact regarding this information, I am asked for the
| number. I do not wish to pay a second time for something
| that I have already purchased.
|
| Can anyone help?
|
| Dawn