Each installation of Windows XP, installed on a different computer,
requires a different Product Key (license). You cannot use the same
Product Key (license) on more than one computer. Therefore, you'll
need to purchase a new Product Key (license) if you lost it.
Try the following:
If your computer is still operational:
Retrieve your Windows XP CD key
http://michaelstevenstech.com/ViewKeyXP.htm
[Courtesy of Michael Stevens, MS-MVP]
If your computer is not operational:
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
Protect your PC!
http://www.microsoft.com/security/protect/
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| when I changed computers, I lost my product key numter for
| xp-home. is there a way I can used the xp cd to upgrade my
| new system or is the xp cd useless?
| (e-mail address removed)
