hi,

just a quick one to anyone who thinks that just because you can dl vista you
should...

i have read all the post on all the forums , and can only wonder if people
are reading the small print before trying to install. the reason i mention
this is because my install will not work correctly, i can not register and
activate it, wmp11 will not work and i have had to try to get my apps
working...i accept this as its a beta version!.

ms have told me to uninstall vista , and re-install xp....so many people are
posting for info on how to do this, after installing vista on there primary
drive and not backing up xp....if you have to ask you shouldnt be playing
with vista.

ms plainly tell you not to install this on your primary
drive/station...there isnt any support!

be carful out there

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You have a valid product key?

If you are having issues with Windows Vista, I suggest that you submit bug
reports for MS through the channel on how you got hold of Vista.

If you do not have a valid product key, and you do not like to mess with
beta software, and you do not have any suppor channel, then don't install
Vista.
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"chrissieboy" wrote:

hi,

just a quick one to anyone who thinks that just because you can dl vista you
should...

i have read all the post on all the forums , and can only wonder if people
are reading the small print before trying to install. the reason i mention
this is because my install will not work correctly, i can not register and
activate it, wmp11 will not work and i have had to try to get my apps
working...i accept this as its a beta version!.

ms have told me to uninstall vista , and re-install xp....so many people are
posting for info on how to do this, after installing vista on there primary
drive and not backing up xp....if you have to ask you shouldnt be playing
with vista.

ms plainly tell you not to install this on your primary
drive/station...there isnt any support!

be carful out there

----------------
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http://windowshelp.microsoft.com/com...unts_passwords

With 5 previous versions of Vista I was able to activate by using the phone
system after saying "I do not have a product key". The phone system
automatically entered a key in my computer, or a phone operator gave me a key
to enter on my screen. Idid not write any of thise numbers down.You will see
previous msgs here from me explaining how to do this. Suddenly with 5744 the
computer is not coming up with a number to enter into the phone system. I've
talked to MS activation team who say "Tech Support don't work on Sundays so
please phone tomorrow" It is odd that the activation system has suddenly
been changed. Colin

"Jabez Gan [MVP]" wrote:

You have a valid product key?

If you are having issues with Windows Vista, I suggest that you submit bug
reports for MS through the channel on how you got hold of Vista.

If you do not have a valid product key, and you do not like to mess with
beta software, and you do not have any suppor channel, then don't install
Vista.
--
Jabez Gan [MVP]
http://www.blizhosting.com
http://www.msblog.org


"chrissieboy" wrote:

hi,

just a quick one to anyone who thinks that just because you can dl vista you
should...

i have read all the post on all the forums , and can only wonder if people
are reading the small print before trying to install. the reason i mention
this is because my install will not work correctly, i can not register and
activate it, wmp11 will not work and i have had to try to get my apps
working...i accept this as its a beta version!.

ms have told me to uninstall vista , and re-install xp....so many people are
posting for info on how to do this, after installing vista on there primary
drive and not backing up xp....if you have to ask you shouldnt be playing
with vista.

ms plainly tell you not to install this on your primary
drive/station...there isnt any support!

be carful out there

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I re-registered just moments ago and was give a key online instantly. With
that I was able to activate 5744. Of course I have made a note of the key
number! Colin

"Spirefm" wrote:

With 5 previous versions of Vista I was able to activate by using the phone
system after saying "I do not have a product key". The phone system
automatically entered a key in my computer, or a phone operator gave me a key
to enter on my screen. Idid not write any of thise numbers down.You will see
previous msgs here from me explaining how to do this. Suddenly with 5744 the
computer is not coming up with a number to enter into the phone system. I've
talked to MS activation team who say "Tech Support don't work on Sundays so
please phone tomorrow" It is odd that the activation system has suddenly
been changed. Colin

"Jabez Gan [MVP]" wrote:

You have a valid product key?

If you are having issues with Windows Vista, I suggest that you submit bug
reports for MS through the channel on how you got hold of Vista.

If you do not have a valid product key, and you do not like to mess with
beta software, and you do not have any suppor channel, then don't install
Vista.
--
Jabez Gan [MVP]
http://www.blizhosting.com
http://www.msblog.org


"chrissieboy" wrote:

hi,

just a quick one to anyone who thinks that just because you can dl vista you
should...

i have read all the post on all the forums , and can only wonder if people
are reading the small print before trying to install. the reason i mention
this is because my install will not work correctly, i can not register and
activate it, wmp11 will not work and i have had to try to get my apps
working...i accept this as its a beta version!.

ms have told me to uninstall vista , and re-install xp....so many people are
posting for info on how to do this, after installing vista on there primary
drive and not backing up xp....if you have to ask you shouldnt be playing
with vista.

ms plainly tell you not to install this on your primary
drive/station...there isnt any support!

be carful out there

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I think your post really shows your ignorance. Either you have an inability
to read, or are unwilling to do so.

It clear states on the CPP page that ...

"Note: This is beta code and should not be used in a production environment
or on a primary computer in the home. RC1 is intended for developers, IT
professionals, and technology experts to continue or begin their testing of
Windows Vista. Before you decide to use RC1, you should feel comfortable with
installing operating systems, updating drivers, and general PC
troubleshooting. Some risks of using beta operating systems include hardware
and software incompatibility and system instability. If you have concerns
about installing this beta software on your computer, we encourage you to
obtain the final release version of Windows Vista when it is available in
2007."

They also state this on the CPP page...

"Beta support policy
This is pre-release (beta) software distributed for trial and testing
purposes only. Microsoft does not provide technical support for beta
releases. Although formal support is not offered for this beta, we have
provided newsgroups to help answer questions you may have related to the
installation and use of Windows Vista RC1. To join or read postings in these
newsgroups, please visit http://windowshelp.microsoft.com."

MS has done enough. Now it's time to use your brain.

"chrissieboy" wrote:

hi,

just a quick one to anyone who thinks that just because you can dl vista you
should...

i have read all the post on all the forums , and can only wonder if people
are reading the small print before trying to install. the reason i mention
this is because my install will not work correctly, i can not register and
activate it, wmp11 will not work and i have had to try to get my apps
working...i accept this as its a beta version!.

ms have told me to uninstall vista , and re-install xp....so many people are
posting for info on how to do this, after installing vista on there primary
drive and not backing up xp....if you have to ask you shouldnt be playing
with vista.

ms plainly tell you not to install this on your primary
drive/station...there isnt any support!

be carful out there

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suggestions with the most votes. To vote for this suggestion, click the "I
Agree" button in the message pane. If you do not see the button, follow this
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