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how to find XP sp2 cd key? - wowzer - 01-16-2008
I know that the manufacturer is supposed to put my CD key (or whatever number) on the laptop. Unfortunately, that label is rubbed off and now I need to reinstall XP off of the install disk that came with the laptop. However, I cant find the number on the laptop's hard drive (properties), get info. Is there a way to find this info?
I'm doing this for my friend's laptop--and he has even less ideas on windows machines than I do.
Thanks.
Re: how to find XP sp2 cd key? - M A V I C - 01-16-2008
Google found this: http://www.michaelstevenstech.com/ViewKeyXP.htm
Re: how to find XP sp2 cd key? - kap - 01-16-2008
another option: call up the laptop's vendor.
Re: how to find XP sp2 cd key? - Harbourmaster - 01-16-2008
The free Belarc Advisor gives you a complete rundown of your system including serial numbers for all installed software.
Re: how to find XP sp2 cd key? - N-OS X-tasy! - 01-16-2008
Google is your friend.
Re: how to find XP sp2 cd key? - wowzer - 01-17-2008
yeah...googled a bit and finally found a nice program called keyfinder (IIRC). basically it will tell you your cd reg number. what a pain in the butt windows is...has it always been like this?