Windows XP Activation in VM Mode

Discussion in 'Parallels Desktop for Mac' started by David R, Feb 12, 2007.

  1. David R

    David R Bit poster

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    I have installed XP as virtual operating system on my iMac but cannot activate. I enter the activation key, and I get a message that it is not correct. Any ideas? Thank you.
     
  2. MartinReichmann

    MartinReichmann Bit poster

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    Try to install an older Parallel version, install XP and upgrade your Parallels Version after complete installation of XP.

    Martin
     
  3. Hugh Watkins

    Hugh Watkins Forum Maven

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    do you have the original packaging?
    it sounds like a typo

    or

    I had this with the reinstallation of a used OEM version

    there is a help button which takes you to a "contact microsoft" screen with local telephone numbers according to where you live

    you have to quote an installation reference and get a new code over the phone

    Hugh W
     

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