I bought my computer from a computer fair and it had XP installed but after a few months of using it with no problem I started getting a "ballon" message saying my software wasn't geniune and i should "click" on the ballon to purchase a new one. I have tried to contact the seller but have been unsucceful. My problem now is I have stopped received updates from Microsoft and can't even use Windows Media player. It will cost me like $300 to purchase the geniune version and I can't afford it at all!!! What are my options and is there a cheaper or free way to get the genuine version?
Thank you
2007-04-01 13:24:14 · 6 answers · asked by mattiewinrow 2 in Computers & Internet ➔ Software
you got snookered by a windows pirate.You can buy windows xp home for about $199...good luck
2007-04-01 13:29:01 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can purchase a key code, and micrsoft will help you with that. If you did not get the disc, you will need a key code. The only other option is, you could purchase XP Home at Walmart for 98.00. I would suggest you get a new one,do not get software off ebay.
There are programs, you can use to install the new keycode, and you will not have to reinstall everything one the computer.
You always want the disc that come with the computer.
2007-04-01 20:39:36 · answer #2 · answered by SFC V 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 SP2b - OEM $109.00
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16832116171
How to Install a Vista Upgrade on a Blank Hard Drive
http://gizmodo.com/gadgets/pcs/how-to-install-a-vista-upgrade-on-a-blank-hard-drive-232770.php
How to Clean Install Windows Vista with Upgrade Media
http://www.winsupersite.com/showcase/winvista_upgrade_clean.asp
Upgrade, Vista Home Premium, Students Version: $69
https://usm.channelonline.com/rtech/storesite/Products/Overview/?id=M003552199&fr=AFUNtQXAV5DJSTHyHoRdooiOmLbxqI-YexIDVLn-VWWb2z7s93jy_ZQAAAAAAAAAAA&gl=us&hl=en
Upgrade, Vista Home Premium, Students Version: $69.85
http://www.campustech.com/c/campust/MSCD23142WIAE.htm?mv_pc=froogle&utm_source=froogle&utm_medium=ppc&utm_term=Windows_Vista_Home_Premium_Upgrade_&fr=AHdWIlrNhy9nFC0a7TDK7_XvuDbMwHCIpC1el1piQ6m6AAAAAAAAAAA&gl=us&hl=en
2007-04-01 20:59:54 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you know the name of the scum-bag that sold you the computer with the pirated Windows , and you rat him out to Microsoft. Microsoft will give your a huge discount on a genuine Windows license. Contact them.
Good luck.
2007-04-01 20:36:27 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
You probably bought a stolen computer. I once did it too. We learn as we go. Microsoft operating systems are licensed to one computer. Sorry. I can't help you.
2007-04-01 20:43:29 · answer #5 · answered by Jan C 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you have a 'brand' name pc, you can get a replacement cd cheap, like $10
Here's a sample:
http://auctions.yahoo.com/auction/232289599?aucview=shopint
or
http://auctions.yahoo.com/auction/233879992?aucview=shopint
2007-04-01 20:35:55 · answer #6 · answered by Jim 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋