2006-10-17 12:58:38 · 8 answers · asked by john g 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Software
It can't. You must have the case for the cd or the sticker on the computer.
2006-10-17 13:01:04 · answer #1 · answered by Platinum K 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
XP CD's do not have any information about the CD key on them, unless physically printed on the label (I've never seen that done, however). If you are installing on a machine from a manufacturer like dell or hp, there should be a sticker somewhere on the machine itself with the CD key and windows version on it.
2006-10-17 13:02:04 · answer #2 · answered by destillman 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You need to put the CD in the microwave for about 3 seconds to "soften" it up. Then you can get down to the lower levels of windows and locate it there. It will be visible with good near-sighted vision, or you can use a magnifying glass. Look right around the edge. DON'T put the CD in the microwave for more than 3 seconds... you don't want to hurt it.
2006-10-17 13:08:09 · answer #3 · answered by cliffdike 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The XP key is not on the CD! The CD deciphers a pattern in the key you give it and deems it approved if the pattern matches.
2006-10-17 13:05:24 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
go here im to tired to type it out.
http://www.petri.co.il/quickly_retrieve_windows_cd_key.htm
it is not on the cd but these programs find the cd key in the registry
2006-10-17 13:02:05 · answer #5 · answered by Jake 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Unless you are a Microsoft programmer, it can't be obtained.
2006-10-17 13:01:20 · answer #6 · answered by Ken G 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
it is obtained from the computer easy as (abc)
2006-10-17 13:03:46 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋
It can't.........contact techvillageonline@yahoo.com they may be able to help you
2006-10-17 16:35:34 · answer #8 · answered by alcavy609 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋