Windows key is invalid...

[Capone]

I just upgraded my comp and when I went to activate windows on the new HD, it is giving me an invalid product key error. I have 2 certificates of authenticity and both give the same error. Do I need to call the tech support number or is there an easier way around this?

 

[The Linuxator]

Originally posted by: Capone
I just upgraded my comp and when I went to activate windows on the new HD, it is giving me an invalid product key error. I have 2 certificates of authenticity and both give the same error. Do I need to call the tech support number or is there an easier way around this?

You are absolutley right, there is a way around this, it's called switch OS

 

[bendixG15]

Call the woman, she doesn't bite....It'll be over in two minutes...

 

[OdiN]

Have fun talking to India!!

 

[John]

Open the product activation
choose the telephone option
1-888-571-2048
yes
yes
use the keypad on the phone to input the numbers
if it cannot validate then you'll need to speak to the activation rep

 

[bsobel]

Originally posted by: The Linuxator

Originally posted by: Capone
I just upgraded my comp and when I went to activate windows on the new HD, it is giving me an invalid product key error. I have 2 certificates of authenticity and both give the same error. Do I need to call the tech support number or is there an easier way around this?

You are absolutley right, there is a way around this, it's called switch OS

Do you ever actually post usefull information? Your posts are less than helpfull (and IMHO starting to be just plain threadcrapping)

 

[pkme2]

John's right.

I did that to activate my new 42 digit number. The gal who helped me was very pleasant and helful.