You Are Prompted to Reactivate Windows After You Upgrade to Virtual PC 2004 (831502)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Virtual PC 2004

SYMPTOMS

When you upgrade from a previous version of Virtual PC, or when you make significant changes to your virtual machine configuration, you may be prompted to reactivate your Microsoft Windows XP guest operating system.

CAUSE

This behavior may occur if the Windows XP installation appears to have been installed on a new (additional) computer.

RESOLUTION

To resolve this behavior, activate the Windows XP guest operating system again. For additional information about how to activate Windows XP, click the following article number to view the article in the Microsoft Knowledge Base:

307890 HOW TO: Activate Windows XP

MORE INFORMATION

For information about Microsoft Product Activation, view the following Microsoft Web site:

http://www.microsoft.com/piracy/basics/activation/



For a list of frequently asked questions (FAQ) about Product Activation, visit the following Microsoft Web site:

http://www.microsoft.com/piracy/activation_faq.mspx

Modification Type:MinorLast Reviewed:9/11/2006
Keywords:kbprb KB831502 kbAudEndUser
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