Windows xp pro oem code is not recognized on install

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I have a copy of windows xp pro I am trying to install,
but the setup does not recognize the oem code. If anyone
has any info I would be more than happy to hear from them.
 
"Rob" said in news:[email protected]:
I have a copy of windows xp pro I am trying to install,
but the setup does not recognize the oem code. If anyone
has any info I would be more than happy to hear from them.
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If the OEM version came pre-installed, the sticker with the product code
should be somewhere on the computer case, most likely on the backside. If
you purchased an OEM version, the product id is on a sticker that is on the
shrinkwrap around the CD. If you threw away the shrinkwrap without removing
the sticker, you don't have a product id anymore to use.

Are you sure you are entering the right characters for the product id? Are
you entering a zero instead of an oh (0 versus O), a 5 instead of S, a G
instead of 6, and so forth. Be sure to carefully read the characters in the
product id.
 
Greetings --

You need to examine the Product Key very carefully. It's awfully
easy to mistake a "B" for an "8," a "G" for a "6," an "S" for a "5,"
or a "Q" for a "0" or "O." Fortunately, Microsoft had the good sense
to leave the "1's," "I's," "O's," and "0's" out of the equation.
Also, be sure that your CapsLock if _off_ while entering the Product
Key.

Troubleshooting Invalid CD Key Error Message During Windows XP Setup
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;310637

If the above doesn't help, you'll need to contact the computers'
manufacturer for OEM license support. Microsoft provides no free
support for OEM versions. This would include such issues as a
lost/invalid Product Key or replacing damaged installation media.

Bruce Chambers
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Before trying to load the OS, did you run the update advisor utility
(included on the installation CD) to check for compatibility issues?
 
If you are entering a code which has OEM in it you are not entering the
Product key.
 
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