How to change product key from the XP on my used comp

I recently just bought a used comp. from a friend and the copy of Windows XP
is not valid. I recently had a friend who has a VLK borrow me their disc and
the key. How do I go about changing the product key on comp to the new one

You cannot apply a VLK key to an OEM or retail copy. You would have to
reinstall using VLK media. Even then, if it's a widely-pirated (and therefore
blacklisted) VLK key you will not be able to access Windows Update, etc.
using it.

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"Mariposa" wrote:

> I recently just bought a used comp. from a friend and the copy of Windows XP
> is not valid. I recently had a friend who has a VLK borrow me their disc and
> the key. How do I go about changing the product key on comp to the new one

You cannot use a VLK that does not belong to you. Your friend
cannot give you a legitimate VLK.

In order to resolve your non-genuine licensing issue, please visit:
www.microsoft.com/genuine and click on "Validate Windows".
When validation fails, click on the "Get Genuine" button which will
provide information on how to acquire a WGA Kit.


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Carey Frisch
Microsoft MVP
Windows Desktop Experience -
Windows Vista Enthusiast

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"Mariposa" <Mariposa@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message news:A2D7A304-432E-42CD-B07C-043A058DD48A@microsoft.com...
I recently just bought a used comp. from a friend and the copy of Windows XP
is not valid. I recently had a friend who has a VLK borrow me their disc and
the key. How do I go about changing the product key on comp to the new one