Windows XP OEM

[martinlw]

Hi,I have installed OEM windows XP,to activate i inserted the key on the COA label but over the internet it didnt activate so i telephoned instead,then microsoft gave me a long number to insert and XP was activated,what i would like to know if forever i needed to format and reinstall again will i be able to use the number supplied or will i have to start all over again and be given a fresh number.Regards Martin.

 

[kimsland]

Good question :grinthumb

The number supplied cannot be used again for activation
If it was tried it would not not work (again)
Therefore under similar situation, you would need to phone MS to get a new code
The present long number you were given is now useless, and can be thrown away.

 

[martinlw]

Thanks i now know what to expect.Regards Martin.

 

[Mictlantecuhtli]

If you'll wait for a few months before reinstalling, you most likely won't need to call, it'll activate over the internet. At least that's what my own experiences have been.