need new license

[Guest]

i recently moved and in the process my computer screwed up had to format and
reinstall xp pro unfortunatlly i can not find my license(key) how can i
purchase a new key? just the key not the software.

 

[Mike Brannigan [MSFT]]

i recently moved and in the process my computer screwed up had to format
and
reinstall xp pro unfortunatlly i can not find my license(key) how can i
purchase a new key? just the key not the software.

The cost of the license is pretty much the same as a complete media and
licenses pack.
It depends where you are - but if you are in the US then go to
http://www.microsoft.com/products/i...vr&pcid=2abf99cd-a5e4-469c-802e-55ca8ec542d5#

and click the link on the right hand side where it say's
" here's how to qualify for and order "
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Mike
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[Bruce Chambers]

i recently moved and in the process my computer screwed up had to format and
reinstall xp pro unfortunatlly i can not find my license(key) how can i
purchase a new key? just the key not the software.

The Windows 25-character Product Key (required to perform the
installation) is stored on the CD packaging on a bright orange sticker
that says "Do not lose this number." It is not on the installation CD
in any way, shape, or form. If it was an OEM (factory installed)
license, it's stored on a label that the PC manufacturer affixed to
the exterior of the PC case, or on the bottom of a laptop.

To recover a lost Product Key:

If your system still runs, you should be able to use Belarc
Advisor from http://www.belarc.com/free_download.html to find the
Product Key. (If you have a factory-installed OEM license, and
haven't since reinstalled the OS, the revealed Product Key is probably
of the drive image used at the factory and not your specific Product
Key; therefore, it probably cannot be -- and definitely should not
be -- used for a re-installation.)

If it was a retail license and you have proof of purchase:

How to Replace Lost, Broken, or Missing Microsoft Software or Hardware
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=KB;en-us;326246

If it was an OEM license, you should contact the computer's
manufacturer; although very few manufacturers/vendors keep records of
the Product Keys they've sold, it's worth a try before you have to buy
a new license.



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