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How do I activate Windows XP from the command line?
 

A. Windows XP will typically remind you to activate the product (most users will have 30 days to activate XP after installation). To activate XP manually, you can use the Start menu shortcut in the System Tools Accessories folder. At the command prompt, type

oobe/msoobe /a 

In case you're wondering, msoobe stands for "Microsoft Out of Box Experience."







Reader Comments

I want to upgrade my laptop and my desktop using the same xp upgrade form win me is it possible or do I need to buy xp twice.?????

Jackie -November 27, 2003

in order to activate the window xp, which files should i need and how should i get that one through internet . please give me website address in order to download the necessary files .

dangol -February 09, 2004

I get a "Microsoft Out of Box Experience has encountered a problem and needs to close. We are sorry for the inconvenience." error when activating my Windows XP Professional with Service Pack 2. What is the problem?

ferdinandsee -December 02, 2004

send me latest down loads

Anonymous User -January 30, 2005

jahaha, yes you need to buy atleast 20 more copies of winxp suckaa :) btw join #corpse-s3x @ qnet.org kthx

Anonymous User -August 10, 2005

i have installed windows xp service pack two...now windows requires activation key and i have not activation key...plz send ..

Anonymous User -August 20, 2005

Very informative information. Thank you!

Barricuda -April 20, 2008
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