Posted November 29, 200519 yr This happened to me before... forget how I fixed it... anyway: I reformated my computer about 2 weeks ago... and for some reason I can't verify my instalation ... I think it has to do with the CD key.... but the CD IS legit. I've used this CD something like twelve times or so, always on the same system (I reformat about once every 3 months or as needed) any ideas? cause last time I called winblows tech support, it took over 3 hours JUST to get a human on the other end of hte line 0o'
November 29, 200519 yr There have been lots of people unable to update Windows due to the fact that WGA (Windows Genuine Advantage) fails to detect legitimate installations correctly 100% of the time. However, pirates have no problem, as they merely paste javascript:void(window.g_sDisableWGACheck='all') into their address bar (and press enter obviously) before loading the Windows Update site. ;)
November 29, 200519 yr Author uhm it's Windows XP Pro SP1 I think It's not windows update... I can't activate it (eg, in 15 days my windows won't let me log in anymore :( )
November 29, 200519 yr Author Anyone know a quickfix? I really don't want to have to put up with theri tech support :( Last time I nearly stabbed myself with a spoon! It was that horrible :(
November 30, 200519 yr When you do the registration thing is should give you a phone number if it's not valid, you'll speak to some idiot indian guy and he'll verify it. The key I'm useing is running on about six other computers and I have no problem. (Pro, SP1).
December 4, 200519 yr Format again and install linux. This will solve all your computer problems spanning time and space.
December 4, 200519 yr "Possible Microsoft Error?" You must be mistaken, Microsoft never makes an error, EVER
December 4, 200519 yr The network I do security and administration at had similar problems with their OEM key. Finding information for it was a pain in the ass. If there is a problem with entering your product key, there is a backup process that requests the name of your PC manufacturer and some information about your purchase. None of this information can be used to identify you or contact you. Two things can happen at this stage: a. If you enter the information, you may be able to validate immediately. b. If you are still having problems, and you believe your product key may not be valid, you should seek a solution from your PC seller or manufacturer.
