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Old 04-25-2007, 11:41 PM   #1
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need help!

I reinstaled windows and for some reason when i try to activate it it cant connect to the server but the internet is pluged in and everything what do i do???
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Old 04-25-2007, 11:45 PM   #2
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What kind of computer is this? Home built or name brand?

What are the complete system specs for this computer? List the parts by brand and model including the operating system.

Did you install all the necessary device drivers after you installed Windows?

If this is a home built computer did you install the motherboard drivers from the motherboard CD after you reinstalled Windows?

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Old 04-25-2007, 11:59 PM   #3
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its a laptop and Im sorry but i really dont know much about it i got it from my aunt and befor I reinstalled it it was working fine i just cant connect to the microsoft xp activation server when i try to activate it
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Old 04-26-2007, 12:03 AM   #4
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If your internet is working and you just aren't connecting to the activation server, call the toll free number to activate.
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Old 04-26-2007, 12:07 AM   #5
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ok ill try that tommorow thanks
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Old 04-26-2007, 12:19 AM   #6
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Have you installed the drivers for the devices? (mainly your network card)
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Old 05-02-2007, 01:18 AM   #7
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yes i have
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