CounterStrike CD-Key Problems...

[dpk777]

I installed Counterstrike and updated to version 1.5, however, when I try to enter the CD-Key(it's valid) it says its not valid.
I know the Cd-key works because my friend tested it out on his comp.

anyone know what the problem could be?

 

[Slogun]

Don't really know what the problem is, but you can check what value is entered for the key through regedit.

go to start -> run -> regedit
> in there go to the folder:
> My Computer\HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Valve\Half-Life\Settings
> in the cdkey is stored in there. to change it simply double click "Key",
> which is toward to bottom.

See if the value is the same as the CD Key you think you entered, you can also manually enter your CD key there.

Well, that's where it is stored for Half-Life. CS retail, which I suppose is what you have, is probably somewhere close by.

 

[joinT]

Strange... Did your friend perhaps do some Hacking & get your CDkey banned?

 

[NOX]

Originally posted by: dpk777
I installed Counterstrike and updated to version 1.5, however, when I try to enter the CD-Key(it's valid) it says its not valid.
I know the Cd-key works because my friend tested it out on his comp.

anyone know what the problem could be?

The only thing I can suggest is to go here: http://www.sierra.com/support/techsupport.php. They would be the only ones who could help you.

Most likely what they will do is issue another CD-Key, though I?m not sure if they will try and verify your WON ID?