# Need windows XP CD key Help.

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**Created:** [February 25, 2008, 8:09pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/need-windows-xp-cd-key-help/44025 "2008-02-25T20:09:20Z")\
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**Post date:** [February 26, 2008, 12:47pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/need-windows-xp-cd-key-help/44025/18 "2008-02-26T12:47:58Z")

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> [@Cavi Mike](#):
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> Yes.
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> The copy you have from UB is a Studnet edition and you need to register it with MS within I belive 30 days. You still have to pay for it to register it.
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> The only way to put Windows back on a computer legitimately without paying is to put the EXACT same version as what was originally on it and use the original SN(unless you get a new one from MS). Other than that you either go pirate or pay.

well, i do have the original one. but i tried it and it wouldnt let me do it (a few years ago when i was still in school). so i called the 800 number and they gave me a new code. can i use that trick above and grab that number and use it for a new install? what if i wipe the current one and install it on a new pc?

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