CD-Key Problem

Guy:Incognito

I have a bit of a problem, i need to re-install my copy of XP home. The only problem is, I've lost the cd-key. Is there any way of finding out what cd-key i entered when I installed xp in the begining? I'm assuming that because you enter it when its being installed that it must be in there somewhere.

Thanks for any help.

egan007

I'm pretty sure it's not listed in the registry anymore like in 98.
Is it a legit copy? if so you should of got a sticker with it to put on the case....if it is legit microsoft support can prob help

if it's not then you will have to get one of someone.

Guy:Incognito

it's legit alright, just dumped in the bin by a daft bint. Was hoping to avoid having to deal with microsoft, buying a new copy will probably b less hassle

seanok

To locate your Product ID, right-click My Computer, and then click Properties. The Product ID is located under Registered to on the General tab.

Taken from the Win XP support site. Tells you all about activation.

http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;302878

Explosive_Cornflake

Belarc Advisor will tell you your real key.
very handy little program really.

Explosive_Cornflake

Originally posted by seanok
To locate your Product ID, right-click My Computer, and then click Properties. The Product ID is located under Registered to on the General tab.

Taken from the Win XP support site. Tells you all about activation.

http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;302878

Thats the product ID alright, but not the cd key.
They hide it some how, its not in the reg.

Edit, link for belarc advisor:
http://www.belarc.com/End-User_Products.html

egan007

i read that if you bought it with a pc from dell or some of those they will replace it.....don't fancy dealing with dell support though!!

egan007

http://www.planetsourcecode.com/vb/scripts/ShowCode.asp?txtCodeId=52237&lngWId=1

this vb app will retrieve ur key

Guy:Incognito

cheers lads, exactly what i was looking for.