i formatted my pc by some comp engineerand now it asks for activation key and i hv 1 day only left pls help.. i have windows xp
2006-12-23 20:43:40 · 7 answers · asked by akshay akki 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Other - Computers
Yes, your activation code and/or product key should be either on a sticker on your CPU's case or a Certificate Of Authenticity from Microsoft. If you do not possess either, you may have to call Microsoft to manually activate it, assuming your copy of Windows XP is not pirated.
2006-12-23 20:47:23 · answer #1 · answered by Sammy Da Bull 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
the cd key is a unique key, only one computer can use it, to prevent theft of software.
look on the package, it will have a cd key to enter.
if you don't have the cd key, then it is a pirated copy, and it will disable itself after 30 days...
you can purchase a cd key from microsoft, or go to the store and buy a valid copy of win xp.
no such thing as a free lunch, and it will only get more strict with Windows Vista
2006-12-23 21:00:09 · answer #2 · answered by mhp_wizo_93_418 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you *have* Windows XP you would have the key. If it's a corporate computer the IT department will take care of it, so call them. Else... I'd have to say "too bad, pirate".
2006-12-23 20:46:08 · answer #3 · answered by Kasey C 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Type in the activation key. Pretty simple really.
2006-12-23 20:45:53 · answer #4 · answered by MrBret 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
look for the cd key and type it and enter it
2006-12-23 20:45:21 · answer #5 · answered by domsviet 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Send me a private IM and I will give u a key.
2006-12-23 20:45:57 · answer #6 · answered by Dar 1 · 0⤊ 3⤋
http://www.hp-at-home.com and click on live chat/talk with a technician
http://www.microsoft.com
2006-12-23 21:02:59 · answer #7 · answered by ஐ♥Julian'sMommy♥ஐ 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋