dustin63 said:
hi im trying to reinstall windows xp on my computer. I have the xp disc but
its a copy although it has worked before. but whenever i go to put in the
product key, it still says its invalid and i think its because im using the
computers product key and not the one for the cd. i just need some1 to
confirm what im thinking, thx.
You're most likely correct. Product Keys are bound to the specific
type and language of CD/license (OEM, Volume, retail, full, or Upgrade)
with which they are purchased. For example, a WinXP Home OEM Product Key
won't work for any retail version of WinXP Home, or for any version of
WinXP Pro, and vice versa. An upgrade's Product Key cannot be used with
a full version CD, and vice versa. An OEM Product Key will not work to
install a retail product. An Italian Product Key will not work with an
English CD. Bottom line: Product Keys and CD types cannot be mixed &
matched.
You'll need to obtain a replacement for the OEM CD that goes with that
computer. Contact the computer's manufacturer.
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