vista beta 2 msdn key not working

[Guest]

I downloaded the beta 2 from MSDN a few months back (build 5384) and was able
to install ultimate just fine. I am now trying to install it on a machine
capable of running aero and it says my MSDN key is not valid. However, this
is the only key available on MSDN. any ideas?

 

[Jupiter Jones [MVP]]

Did the key work before?
If yes, then it will now as long as you are using the same CD and key.

Look very closely, S-5, O-0, B-8, 6-G and others look alike.
Have someone else try, sometimes another set of eyes and fingers can get it
right.

 

[Guest]

ya we are using the same dvd we burned the iso to originally and 3 of us have
confirmed the key. maybe its the dvd...

the laptops im installing on are identical except the video card so it
finally dawned on me to just swap the hard drives. still doesnt solve the
key mystery

thanks for the input