Problem installing Windows XP - any idea why?

[azguy]

I'm trying to install Windows XP after I formatted my HD, but when I use my LEGIT VALID Product Key - it doesn't go through, saying "Product ID is invalid". What the fuck is Product ID? I'm used to seeing "Product Key is invalid bla bla", but Product ID?!@ It's a COPY of the original WinXP installation CD, but I'm using my original legal Key.

Any ideas wtf is going on?

[azguy]

I've done this a million times with no problems..

[LadyMischief]

Originally posted by azguy
I'm trying to install Windows XP after I formatted my HD, but when I use my LEGIT VALID Product Key - it doesn't go through, saying "Product ID is invalid". What the fuck is Product ID? I'm used to seeing "Product Key is invalid bla bla", but Product ID?!@ It's a COPY of the original WinXP installation CD, but I'm using my original legal Key.

Any ideas wtf is going on?

Make sure there aren't any spaces when you're typing, and most product keys are case sensitive.

[Harmon]

check this too:

http://www.devhood.com/messages/mess...hread_id=76832

[azguy]

Originally posted by LadyMischief
Make sure there aren't any spaces when you're typing, and most product keys are case sensitive.

Sure, still doesn't work. It types in CAPS anyway.

[azguy]

Originally posted by Harmon
check this too:

http://www.devhood.com/messages/mess...hread_id=76832

I did. It has nothing to do with SP1 I don't think...

Besides, it doesn't say the "Product Key" is invalid. Instead, it says "The Product ID you entered is not valid".

[Sosa]

call up microsoft, they will ask you for the original and prolly give you a different one.

[e-god]

Probably your version do not match.

[azguy]

Originally posted by e-god
Probably your version do not match.

It's the same XP that was on the box originally. The CD is a copy of the WinXP copy from the OEM

[azguy]

Originally posted by e-god
Probably your version do not match.

I never called Microsoft before What a shape...

[Boss Traffic Jim]

Originally posted by Sosa
call up microsoft, they will ask you for the original and prolly give you a different one.

This is your best bet, Give Bill a call and he will hook you right up

[azguy]

Originally posted by azguy
I never called Microsoft before What a shape...

Heck, I never ever called any type of customer support line! SHIT!

[UltraSonic]

If the CD was installed on a previous computer and was registered at microsoft using the internet you CAN'T install it a second time.

Check the microsoft website, it's in their new policy rules somewhere.

[Wolfy]

Well, when the legal ones don't work maybe you should try the other option.

[azguy]

Originally posted by UltraSonic
If the CD was installed on a previous computer and was registered at microsoft using the internet you CAN'T install it a second time.

Check the microsoft website, it's in their new policy rules somewhere.

But they don't even know! It didn't happen, but even if it did - this is not the reason, I don't think. It's still at the DOS-powered installation screens... Not even connected to the internet yet.

[azguy]

Originally posted by Wolfy
Well, when the legal ones don't work maybe you should try the other option.

Tried. Same error. It's not the Key.. I've seen many "Invalid Product Key" errors before This one is "Product ID is not valid".. weird shit

[Pornweaver]

#1. You say it's a Valid Key. You didn't say you actually PURCHASED Windows XP.

#2. If indeed you DID purchase it, you MUST call Microsoft and get them to walk you through setting up the activation. They are the only ones who can reset it "legally".

That's it.

[UltraSonic]

Originally posted by azguy
But they don't even know! It didn't happen, but even if it did - this is not the reason, I don't think. It's still at the DOS-powered installation screens... Not even connected to the internet yet.

If i recall corectly XP doesn't prompt for the CD Key at the DOS-powered screen, it does at the startup of the window screen.

[azguy]

Originally posted by Pornweaver
#1. You say it's a Valid Key. You didn't say you actually PURCHASED Windows XP.

#2. If indeed you DID purchase it, you MUST call Microsoft and get them to walk you through setting up the activation. They are the only ones who can reset it "legally".

That's it.

OOps. Well, I did purchase this Win XP, and I'm using a backup copy of it. I don't know where the original is..

Yeah, I guess I'll call. I'm trying onemore thing before I do the unthinkable and call Microsoft!

[azguy]

Originally posted by UltraSonic
If i recall corectly XP doesn't prompt for the CD Key at the DOS-powered screen, it does at the startup of the window screen.

It's the blue DOS process.. It already has the WinXP GUI, kind of.

[Harmon]

OEM CD's are sometimes linked to a particular PC. Is this a recovery disk and being used on a different PC? Or is this a flat out WINXP CD. It can make a world of difference. Something smells rotten in Denmark

[loverboy]

Originally posted by azguy
I don't know where the original is..

someone for sure beats you with the installation

[azguy]

Originally posted by Harmon
OEM CD's are sometimes linked to a particular PC. Is this a recovery disk and being used on a different PC? Or is this a flat out WINXP CD. It can make a world of difference. Something smells rotten in Denmark

Same PC...

[azguy]

Originally posted by loverboy
someone for sure beats you with the installation

No. Has nothing to do with it. The computer is not even connected to the internet yet... Something else must be wrong I think.

[pussyluver]

Use the orginal CD. If you can't find it, call MS. They will send you a new CD. Be sure you are legal all the way. You can rebuild your broken PC as many times as you want. If it's a OEM copy, be sure it for the PC you are installing it on.

MS requires orginal CDs on some of their products to install I think. I'd have to look Win pro up. You can do that with a quick trip to the MS site.

[azguy]

Fucking Microsoft want $35 to help me reset the BIOS or something. fuck them I ain't paying for shit

[NoCarrier]

Originally posted by azguy
Fucking Microsoft want $35 to help me reset the BIOS or something. fuck them I ain't paying for shit

Riiiiighht... I am sure they really told you that..



No, we don't have a valid key for you. Go buy one now.

[azguy]

Originally posted by NoCarrier
Riiiiighht... I am sure they really told you that..



No, we don't have a valid key for you. Go buy one now.

YEP! They said it's usually solvable by the "technical professionals" for a fee of $35 per incident. When I asked if it's related to BIOS, she said probably!

"All additional support requests are $35.00 US per request or use an existing contract

(800) 936-5700"

[azguy]

Originally posted by NoCarrier
Riiiiighht... I am sure they really told you that..



No, we don't have a valid key for you. Go buy one now.

She actually mentioned that "by the way", I can also get a new copy of Windows XP. BITCH

[Antonio]

Try this: install previous version of Windows (95, 98, whatever) and try to install XP on top of it.

[azguy]

Originally posted by Antonio
Try this: install previous version of Windows (95, 98, whatever) and try to install XP on top of it.

Don't have. Too much trouble. I'm on the line with them (they said they wouldn't charge.. let's see)

[azguy]

Useless indians!

FUCKING SHIT can barely speak English. "NU U KANT GET A NEW KI, SURY SIR, LET MI EXPLANE DIS AGAN"

Going to Walmart to get a fucking new copy.

[a1ka1ine]

was it an oem copy or a full copy?

[Paco, of Large Cash.]

OEM is what the person sellng the pre-built PC would buy and use; retail is what you would buy/use.

OEM stands for Original Equipment Manufacturer.

[thePelican]

micro scum

[Paco, of Large Cash.]

I have built

many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many

systems over the years.
2000 as well XP (aside from being CRAP) are very meticulous, unlike Windows best version of an OS ...98 S/E!

Remove ALL unnecessary hardware (leave video card, memory, hard drive, CD ROM and of course the mobo) and try the install.

Do not use the FAT32 file system for XP -- yes, you can but it is not recommended.

As for how to reset your bios, if you have an older motherboard: pull the CMOS battery (while the system is off and power supply unplugged) and power up the system with the battery not in.

[azguy]

Originally posted by Paco, of Large Cash.
I have built

many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many

systems over the years.
2000 as well XP (aside from being CRAP) are very meticulous, unlike Windows best version of an OS ...98 S/E!

Remove ALL unnecessary hardware (leave video card, memory, hard drive, CD ROM and of course the mobo) and try the install.

Do not use the FAT32 file system for XP -- yes, you can but it is not recommended.

As for how to reset your bios, if you have an older motherboard: pull the CMOS battery (while the system is off and power supply unplugged) and power up the system with the battery not in.

What if I don't have an older motherboard?

[azguy]

I think I will use this as an opportunity to use Linux at home...

[Jeppe]

Can't you borrow a cd with the same version from someone else and just use your own key? As far as I know that would be perfectly legal.

[UltraSonic]

Originally posted by azguy
What if I don't have an older motherboard?

Then get one

[azguy]

Originally posted by Jeppe
Can't you borrow a cd with the same version from someone else and just use your own key? As far as I know that would be perfectly legal.

Probably

[azguy]

Originally posted by UltraSonic
Then get one

hehe

[azguy]

Originally posted by Paco, of Large Cash.
I have built

many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many

Paco,

If I buy a new OEM version of Win XP on ebay, would I have any problems installing it on that PC? Any conflicts with the BIOS I should know of beforehand?

Thanks!

[directfiesta]

This is a funny thread

[azguy]

Originally posted by directfiesta
This is a funny thread

I'll be laughing too in a day or two