Key code in Windows 2000 & XP

In Windows 2000 and XP, th ONLY place to retrieve the installation Key is from the Microsoft Product ID label.

This is part of the copy protection measures to make it difficult for people to install illeagal copies of Microsoft Software.

As inWindows 98, the key code is used to create a unique serial number tied to the PC.
Unlike W98, in 2000, XP, and Office XP, the original Key Code is NOT stored on the system.

If you have lost your product key, your best option is to contact the company that made your system, or sold you your copy of Windows, and have them assist you in getting a new product key.

If you can prove to Microsoft that you have a legal copy of your software, their product support department may also provide you with a new key.

Chas

Have a look here as ther is a little program that displays the XP key. http://www.webtree.ca/windowsxp/repair_xp.htm#View Product Key XP

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