XP Pro Validation

Hi Dave
Forget all the instruction of do this and that.
Back up all the directories (except Windows) to DVD etc.
To reformat the hard disk in order to install an older version do this:
Insert a diskette (if not in PC, obtain a 1.44 outside unit via USB) with an
old DOS version installation prog. Format hard drive, partition for the
moment as Dos did not have huge HD.
After formatting insert in CD drive the old original windows prog,
reformatting hard disk etc.
After this insert the upgrade CD.
Restore directories from back up, and re do setup for each, so as to write
to registry.
This will have erased the implanted pirated XP Pro and you are legit again.
You do not need to buy and reinstalling old windows can be done. I did it
several times.
Upgrade at once all progs.
Ciao


"DaveClark" wrote:

> Sirs,
> I recently got a messge saying that my copy of XP Pro was not genuine, I
> have found the cause, about a year ago I had a HD failure and took my
> computer to the local shop where he fitted a new HD and transfered files for
> me. Uknown to me he put on a copy of XP Pro which is the copy in question. I
> have a genuine XP pro disk but when I load it in it says that the copy on my
> HD is newer than the one on the disk and if I proceed then I will lose files
> and documents. I paid for the upgrade disc a couple of years ago and really I
> don't see why I should have to pay another £100 because of a mistake by a
> computer shop who, incidently has ceased training. Is there anyway in which
> to solve the problem which doesn't involve loosing files/programs or costing
> me more money.
>
> Regards,
>
> Dave