Sysprep Problem Product ID invalid... 1

[debonairOne]

After sysprepping my valid and working XP Pro w/SP2 system, creating an image and then restarting the machine, it runs through the mini-setup as expected... However, when it comes to the area where the Product ID key is supposed to be input, it shows the correct product id, but when it attempts to move to the next step, it comes up with an error that the Product ID is invalid. I have confirmed the PID and tried entering the one from the bottom of my machine to no avail... How can I get past this...? This machine has to be up and ready by 6am on Monday morning... I would rather not reformat,as that would cost me valuable weekend time...

thnxs..

debonairone

debonairOne

I look in the mirror and what do I see...

 

[bcastner]

If you are using the original OEM install as the base for your image, the COA CD Key on the side of your case is incorrect.

The COA CD key on the side of the case is valid when using the reinstallation media provided at purchase. The key used to activate your image was not this key. OEMs use a special key for pre-activated distributions. It is the same for thousands of original installations.

Second, what you are trying to do is not only in violation of your EULA but will not succeed. Even getting past installation hurdles you will not be able to activate these machines.

The procedure you are following is for VLK licensed copies of XP and not for OEM or retail versions.

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[debonairOne]

I apologize, I am using a VLK product, hence my confusion over why this would not work... I also tried to input the number from the COA,just to see if that would make a difference... I realize that I was grasping at straws, but what else could I do... I have imaged countless machines using this same method and will continue to do so, but this is a head scratcher for me... So, basically, I am still SOL and have to reformat...



debonairOne

I look in the mirror and what do I see...

 

[linney]

Product ID not accepted
thread779-895044

310637 - Troubleshooting Invalid CD Key Error Message During Windows XP Setup

http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;310637&FR=1&PA=1&SD=HSCH