XP Activation Question

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I just got my new computer running and in the set-up I
didn't register - or activate - Windows XP because I
hadn't gotten the modem connected yet. It said I could do
it later, but I can't seem to find out how. I don't have
that option in Accessories>System Tools, and I can't
figure out any other way it do it.

Could it be that it was activated at Dell before the
computer shipped?

I don't want it to just stop working!

Thanks!

TN
 
That's exactly it. Your copy of XP is BIOS locked to your computer, and it
does not require activation.
 
-----Original Message-----
I just got my new computer running and in the set-up I
didn't register - or activate - Windows XP because I
hadn't gotten the modem connected yet. It said I could do
it later, but I can't seem to find out how. I don't have
that option in Accessories>System Tools, and I can't
figure out any other way it do it.

Could it be that it was activated at Dell before the
computer shipped?

I don't want it to just stop working!

Thanks!

TN
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Dont woory it wont just not work any more this is
what you do put your clock ahead a copuple years and
reboot your computer if it asks you to actavate then
follow the insturctions and it will help u if nothing
happens its already beem actavated for u at dell
(e-mail address removed) if u need additonal advice
 
Greetings --

The OS will let you know, with frequent reminders, if you do need
to activate. To check for yourself, Start > All Programs >
Accessories > System Tools > Activate Windows. Alternatively, Start >
Run > "C:\Windows\system32\oobe\msoobe.exe /A." It will probably tell
you that WinXP has already been activated.


Bruce Chambers

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