Hi guys... I am running windows xp pro and now when I tried to install sp2 on my machine it says product key is invalid but I bought this windows software from authorised dealer and went back and change it 2 times....but no solution... could anyone please let me know how I can solve this.. thanks

Well, if bought from legit honest retailer there should be a certicate of authenticity.

If you got from oEM reseller, it's possible it was a pirated (keys are often stolen and activated by pirates) I would be tempted to go back to dealer..ask for another key and let them activate it for you. Otherwise, contact MS (with proof of purchase) and they will give you a key.

Well, i've read somewhere that Microsoft has announced: "you can't activate your windows XP using the internet more, cause of many illegal copies and activations".
But you need an XP with its key activated to get SP2...

So when it's not activated succesfully, maybe you'll need to call Microsoft's local service by phone or what... to activate, or to get a valid act.code and then activate.

You should have the SP2, to get any online support & updates in the future.

guys I think my grammer must be bad as u didn't get the point. I didn't say its not activating I asked when I try to install SP2 it says invalid. would anyone know how I can pass through tht part..

Your grammar is ok.
If your activation key is VALID, and you really have a LEGAL XP, you should be able to get SP2.
Software is owned by Microsoft, this problem can be solved by your reseller, or the local Microsoft Customer Service.

PIRATED SERIALS REMOVED!
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Well... activation and having legit key go hand in hand. MS have some anti-piracy measures with SP2 so even if activated with WINXP and SP1 version... it won't necessarily work. So if you got one of the black listed numbers, it won't allow you to install SP2.

If you want to pursue this matter through legal means, seek the dealer or MS for valid SP2 serial number; Otherwise, consider this discussion closed.

Basically your going to have to give microsoft or whoever you bought it from a call, tell them your problem, and hope they give you a fix or a new key.

Oh, and a discussion is never closed.

Excuse me, Flyer.. you misunderstood. I meant that if he seeks illegal means that this discussion will be closed.

P.S. We don't condone discussion of cracking copyrighted software or piracy.

I had a similar problem... My XP was sayng illegal Service Pack , but my friend gave me the link with XP SP2 and it worked...
Try, maybe it'll help you too

ftp://avoe.ge/soft/OS/

Hey misc whats up man. you got any problems with all the ppl out thier... I think you always assume that all the ppl who talk here want illegal stuff of course except you. I had an genuine problem and as member of this site just disscussing with all other people and you assumed that I want illegal stuff. If you gonna keep this kind of attitude dont worry to post on my topics. I appretiate your help but no thanks.

Dapunisher, I was clarifying my previous post about discussion being closed only if you start discussing cracks, illegal means etc. You are minsing words and you failed to understand the context of my post. Why are you getting so hostile and defensive?

You can continue "milking" this topic.. but believe me there only a few legal solutions. Several members have already made suggestions... maybe try acknowledging them and stop disrespecting others who are just trying to help.

Hey Misc I neva disrespect anyone, I just said don't always think that I am here for illegal stuff and about milking this topic its my sweety man can milk as much as I wana... but again I neva disrespect anyone or try to....

If you mean me with my suggestion, I just wanted help... Thats it

No, tsagara, it wasn't targeting you in particular.

FYI: The anonymous ftp link you posted doesn't work

Nice to hear it

In next days I'am going to open my owen ftp server... In case of interesting about my sofware you can contact to me

We're here to help each other, isn't it

hey tsa would love to see whats on you ftp server let us know as soon as you got one...

I don't exactly know what place on server if you have suggestion tell me...