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After using hack to install language packs on non-supported editions of Windows 7, the Windows 7 operating system may be unsuccessful and validated as non-genuine (in other words, pirated or counterfeit) when user is trying to install updates on Windows Update or download files from the...

Hi all. I have gone through all the threads about "this computer isn't running a genuine version of windows", even though it's painfully tech for me sometimes, and I still can't find a solution. I get the message at logon, once a day, even though i have used an activator and deactivated the...

Long story short, I've bought a used laptop over eBay that comes pre-installed with W7 Ultimate. Been using it for 2-3 months without any problems. Today I tried to install something and I was asked to validate Windows. I then found out my copy isn't genuine! So I paid around £160 for the...

A few weeks ago, I restored my computer to the factory image. I'm running Windows Vista Ultimate 32bit and haven't installed any service packs yet. About a week ago, however, I was randomly prompted to validate Windows again, even though I had (obviously) done it when I first restored my...

Link Removed Microsoft announced the imminent release of a new Windows Activation Technologies Update for Windows. This update, which targets Windows 7, is the latest evolutionary step in the technologies that started with Windows Genuine Advantage in 2006. For most Windows users in the...

A few months ago, i heard about the student Windows 7 Upgrade deal, and decided to take advantage of it. I had Vista Home Premium 32-bit and tried to upgrade to 7 Home Premium 32-bit, but it didn't work properly. I downloaded the upgrade and tried to install it, but before it finished...

I legally purchased my Windows 7 Ultimate 64 bit from Newegg.com and installed it about two or three months ago. At the time it has passed the Genuine Advantage and validated that it was Genuine at the completion of installation. Just two days ago I got a dialog box that has the message "you may...

I put a new motherboard with faster processor using same HD with Win 7 on. Win 7 did not boot up, no problem as I figured the drivers from the old board didn't work with the new, so I reinstalled Win 7 again and no problem until it went to validate the license and it says my license is invalid...

In the coming days, we’ll be deploying a new update for Windows Activation Technologies, the set of built-in activation and validation components built into Windows 7. Called Windows Activation Technologies Update for Windows 7, this update will detect more than 70 known and potentially...

This was recently posted on another site, by a colleague. I think it is worth repeating verbatim ""Over recent days, there has been an increase in reports of blue screens and startup malfunction. I made a reference to this problem some time ago, but, as a reminder, this is worthwhile reading...

When I installed Win7, the first thing I noticed was that aero wasn't on. Thinking that I might have to change theme, I did that, but that didn't work, so I ran the check for errors in the personalize panel and it said that my Graphics card wasn't compatible with WDDM. I don't get it. Aero...

http://arstechnica.com/security/news/2009/12/how-to-get-set-with-a-secure-sertificate-for-free.ars Anyone operating a server on any scale should want a digital certificate to encrypt data between clients and services, whether for personal, office, or public use. Ars tells you how to obtain and...

Microsoft starts antipiracy initiatives in 70 countries - KezNews.com Microsoft has simultaneously launched education initiatives in more than 70 countries to help protect consumers and increase awareness of the risks of counterfeit software. Named Microsoft Consumer Action Day, the push...

Hello! I know that there's been many variants of questions on this issue, but I think I need to post as well, since this seems quite specific to my situation. I bought a new laptop today - an ASUS PRO61SF (Duo T6500, 4GB RAM), which came with Vista Premium OEM (32-bit only). The computer came...

I have installed W7 Professional (32 bit disc)on my laptop and validated it and now want to uninstall it from there and instead install the 64 version on my desktop. Will I have any trouble with re-validating it?

Hello, I send this already to 2 msn emails. I bought Windows 7 Home Premium. I have activated wga when I try to download windows media player 11 (to see wga status; it says Genuine Microsoft Software). But then it keeps me validate this over and over again (when restart). At Control Panel...

I think this is the right spot to post my problem. I got Windows 7 RC build 7100 32 bit Three days ago when i booted my cpu i got a startup window that reminded me to validate my software. Tho i pushed ask me later.. a minute later i tried all the keys that are available for Windows 7 RC 32...

HI , This is KK from Portland , i work as an Validation Engineer , and i validate chips. In my job i do lot of machine automation using VBA . My question to the forum User is anyone tried VB6 or VBA on windows 7 , and how is the experience. Since we are small level company we are thinking to...

By Tim Conneally, Betanews The Lenovo OEM key that leaked earlier this week and allowed Windows 7 Ultimate to be cracked is being blacklisted, according to a blog post last night from Alex Kochis, Director of Genuine Windows at Microsoft. Kochis says, "Yesterday we were alerted to reports of a...

Just installed W7 this evening. I've installed the beta drivers for my Hauppage HVR 1600 and the updated WinTv software. WinTv works like a champ, clear picture, some channels are even more clear than on my tv :P So i bit the bullet and started configuring WMC so i could record my shows when...