OEM software installation restrictions

I have an OEM Vista version operating system DVD. This is my second time
using the disk for an installation. I'm reinstalling it because I've had to
replace a faulty hard drive in the original system. It installed okay but,
now it won't activate? It says "the product key is already being used". How
do I rectify this problem? Are there certain restrictions to OEM software?
Any assistance would be appreciated, thanks.

You will encounter problems trying to activate by the Internet, so simply
make a call which is free of charge and explain the situation and Windows
Vista will be reactivated for you no problems.

Take a look at the following tutorial:
> > > 'Activate Vista by Phone'
> (http://www.vistax64.com/tutorials/84...sta-phone.html)

If encounter further problems, try contacting the manufacturer of your
computer.
--
Andre
Blog: http://adacosta.spaces.live.com
My Vista Quickstart Guide:
http://adacosta.spaces.live.com/blog...3DB!9709.entry
"mikebear45" <> wrote in message
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>I have an OEM Vista version operating system DVD. This is my second time
> using the disk for an installation. I'm reinstalling it because I've had
> to
> replace a faulty hard drive in the original system. It installed okay but,
> now it won't activate? It says "the product key is already being used".
> How
> do I rectify this problem? Are there certain restrictions to OEM software?
> Any assistance would be appreciated, thanks.

mikebear45 wrote:
> I have an OEM Vista version operating system DVD. This is my second time
> using the disk for an installation. I'm reinstalling it because I've had to
> replace a faulty hard drive in the original system. It installed okay but,
> now it won't activate? It says "the product key is already being used". How
> do I rectify this problem? Are there certain restrictions to OEM software?
> Any assistance would be appreciated, thanks.


It _is_ in use by you, because of the initial installation and
Activation. If you want to activate it again, simply follow the
on-screen instructions to activate by telephone.


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Bruce Chambers

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