Greetings --

The Windows 25-character Product Key (required to perform the
installation) is stored somewhere on the CD packaging on a bright
orange sticker that says "Do not lose this number." If it was an OEM
(factory installed) license, it's stored on a label that the PC
manufacturer affixed to the exterior of the PC case, or on the bottom
of a laptop.

To recover a lost Product Key:

If it was a retail license and you have proof of purchase:

How to Replace Lost, Broken, or Missing Microsoft Software or Hardware
http://support.microsoft.com/default...B;en-us;326246

If it was an OEM license, you should contact whomever sold you the
OS; although very few manufacturers/vendors keep records of the
Product Keys they've sold, it's worth a try before you have to buy a
new license.


Bruce Chambers

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"Hennis de Klerk" wrote in message
...
One of my clients PC's was buggering around so I had to
run a repair, but when the repair has finished it asks me
for the Product Key. Now the clients accidently throw away
the product key, so what can I do to retrieve the Product
key from the Drive.

They registered the Windows so is it possible that
Microsoft can give me the Product Key off their records
from the registration.

Please Help

Regards

Hennis de Klerk