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Windows not Genuine after reinstalling vista

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I purchased a dell with vista already installed. PC kept shutting off and I thought it was software problem so I formatted disc and reinstalled windows
Now vista works but will not receive updates because it says it is not genuine. I don't understand considering I installed vista with the disc dell sent me
(and turned out was getting blue screen because of a bad stick of ram)
any help?Thursday, September 3, 2009 2:56 AM
Answers
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Hello,
Cyberking1 is incorrect, there is nothing wrong with Cheriseone's Product Key.
This is going to get complicated trying to troubleshoot 3 different issues in the same thread, This is why in the "Please Read before Posting" announcement, we ask that all user create their Own thread.
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First up, uscfan469:
I think there maybe an issue with your Vista's Licensing Store, but I'm seeing some other things that don't normally fit with a normal Licnsing Store problem. Would you try the below steps. Try the first set of steps and if that doesn't rsolve, try the next. Note, if neither of the steps resolve your issue, please create a new (unclutered by other people's posts) thread and post an updated Diagnostic Report so I can see if the steps had any effect at all.
1) Click the option that launches an Internet Browser
2) Type: %windir%\system32 into the address field
3) Find the file cmd.exe
4) Right-click on cmd.exe and select Run as Administrator
5) Type: cscript %windir%\System32\slmgr.vbs /ilc %windir%\System32\licensing\ppdlic\Security-Licensing-SLC-ppdlic.xrm-ms
6) Hit the Enter key
7) Reboot twice1) Return to the cmd windows
2) Type: net stop slsvc (it may ask you if you are sure, select yes)
3) Type: cd %windir%\ServiceProfiles\NetworkService\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\SoftwareLicensing
4) Type: rename tokens.dat tokens.bar
5) Type: cd %windir%\system32
6) Type: net start slsvc
7) Type: cscript slmgr.vbs -rilc (It may take a long time for this to complete, please be patient)
8) Reboot Twice
9) You may be required to enter the Product Key (from the sticker on the side or bottom of the computer) and then Activate by Phone
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Next cheriseone:
Computers, which are built by large manufactures that come with Vista Pre-Installed, come with two (2) Product Keys:
A) OEM SLP: This key comes pre-installed in Vista, when it comes from the Factory. This key is geared to work with the special instructions found only on that Manufacturer's computer hardware. So when Vista was installed using the OEM SLP key (at the factory) Vista looks at the motherboard and sees the special instructions and Self-Activates. (that's why you did not need to Activate your computer after you brought it home)
B) COA SLP: This is the Product key that you see on the sticker on the side (or bottom) of your computer. It is a valid product key, but should only be used in limited situations. The key must be activated by Phone. (Note: All manufacturers that use the OEM SLP system are required by contract to include a Certificate of Authenticity (COA) sticker, that has a COA SLP key, on the computer)
Your Vista is using an OEM SLP key, but (for whatever reason) cannot see the special instructions in the computer’s motherboard and is unable to Self-Activate.
To fix the issue, you will need to change out the OEM SLP key with the COA SLP key. The normal way to do this is to click the ‘Start’ button, right-click ‘Computer’, select ‘Properties’ and then click ‘Change Product Key’ (located in the lower right-hand side of the window). Enter the COA SLP key and follow the instructions in the Change Product Key Wizard.
Alternate steps to change the product key
1) Click the Start button
2) Type: slui.exe 3 and hit the Enter key
3) Type in the Product key from the sticker on your computer
4) Click the Next button.
5) You will be asked if want to Activate, click ok
6) It will attempt to Activate by the internet and will return an Invalid Key error (this is ok, continue to step 7)
7) Click the Start button
8) Type: slui.exe 4 and hit the Enter key
9) Select your location in the drop down menu and click the Next button
10) The next screen provides the number to call to Activate by Phone
NOTE: when you call that number, you will first hear an Automated Voice. If the Automated Voice gives you an option to talk to a Live Activation Rep., select that option. If not, do not enter any numbers. This should force the Automated Voice to transfer you to a Live Activation Rep. Trying to Activate thru the Automated Voice will not work, in your case; only thru the Live Activation Rep. will your Activation be successful.
If that does not rsolve the issu, please create a new thread, and post a updated Diagnostic Report.
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Lastly Gustavo LKN:
I'm sorry, you did not post your full Diagnostic Report. Please create a new thread and post the Full Diagnostic Report so I may diagnose and troubleshoot th issue. If your are unable or unwilling to post the full report, please direct your request for support to http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?linkid=52029
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Thank you all,
Darin MS- Marked as answer by Darin Smith MS Tuesday, September 8, 2009 5:03 PM
Tuesday, September 8, 2009 5:01 PM
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Hi uscfan469,
Would you download and run the Genuine Diagnostics tool (MGADiag.exe) at this link http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?linkid=52012. Click "Continue", click the "Copy" button then “Paste” the report into a reply message in this thread.If you do not have access to the Start Button:
1) Login to Vista and click the option that brings up Internet Explorer.
2) Type: http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?linkid=52012 into the browser address bar.
3) A window will come up asking if you want to “Run” or “Save”, Select “Run”
4) When the program runs, click the “Continue” button, then click the “Copy” button.
5) Return to this thread http://social.microsoft.com/Forums/en-US/genuinevista/thread/43359b84-e483-4f24-8274-06d197206045.
6) In a reply post, paste the Diagnostic Report.
Thank you,
Darin MSThursday, September 3, 2009 7:55 PM -
Here is the diagnostic report. I see it says invalid license, is this because it was previosly activated with this license before I had to reinstall. Vista is working it just will not download updates and for some reason will not load media center . When i open media center is say: Windows cannot open this program because it has been prevented by a software restriction policy. Is this related to the invalid license error also? Thanks for any help you can provide
Diagnostic Report (1.9.0011.0):
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WGA Data-->
Validation Status: Invalid License
Validation Code: 50
Cached Validation Code: N/A, hr = 0x80004005
Windows Product Key: *****-*****-F4GJK-KG77H-B9HD2
Windows Product Key Hash: iJAth4TbScMi8HdcPurlASXdEkw=
Windows Product ID: 89578-OEM-7332157-00204
Windows Product ID Type: 2
Windows License Type: OEM SLP
Windows OS version: 6.0.6000.2.00010300.0.0.003
ID: {5F9475B6-56CE-422C-8B87-9BC0D6FDFE77}(3)
Is Admin: Yes
TestCab: 0x0
WGA Version: Registered, 1.9.9.1
Signed By: Microsoft
Product Name: Windows Vista (TM) Home Premium
Architecture: 0x00000000
Build lab: 6000.vista_rtm.061101-2205
TTS Error:
Validation Diagnostic:
Resolution Status: N/A
WgaER Data-->
ThreatID(s): N/A, hr = 0x80070002
Version: N/A, hr = 0x80070002
WGA Notifications Data-->
Cached Result: N/A, hr = 0x80070002
File Exists: No
Version: N/A, hr = 0x80070002
WgaTray.exe Signed By: N/A, hr = 0x80070002
WgaLogon.dll Signed By: N/A, hr = 0x80070002
OGA Notifications Data-->
Cached Result: N/A, hr = 0x80070002
Version: N/A, hr = 0x80070002
OGAExec.exe Signed By: N/A, hr = 0x80070002
OGAAddin.dll Signed By: N/A, hr = 0x80070002
OGA Data-->
Office Status: 109 N/A
OGA Version: N/A, 0x80070002
Signed By: N/A, hr = 0x80070002
Office Diagnostics: 025D1FF3-364-80041010_025D1FF3-229-80041010_025D1FF3-230-1_025D1FF3-517-80040154_025D1FF3-237-80040154_025D1FF3-238-2_025D1FF3-244-80070002_025D1FF3-258-3
Browser Data-->
Proxy settings: N/A
User Agent: Mozilla/4.0 (compatible; MSIE 7.0; Win32)
Default Browser: C:\Program Files\Mozilla Firefox\firefox.exe
Download signed ActiveX controls: Prompt
Download unsigned ActiveX controls: Disabled
Run ActiveX controls and plug-ins: Allowed
Initialize and script ActiveX controls not marked as safe: Disabled
Allow scripting of Internet Explorer Webbrowser control: Disabled
Active scripting: Allowed
Script ActiveX controls marked as safe for scripting: Allowed
File Scan Data-->
File Mismatch: C:\Windows\system32\drivers\Spsys.sys[6.0.5840.16389]
Other data-->
Office Details: <GenuineResults><MachineData><UGUID>{5F9475B6-56CE-422C-8B87-9BC0D6FDFE77}</UGUID><Version>1.9.0011.0</Version><OS>6.0.6000.2.00010300.0.0.003</OS><Architecture>x32</Architecture><PKey>*****-*****-*****-*****-B9HD2</PKey><PID>89578-OEM-7332157-00204</PID><PIDType>2</PIDType><SID>S-1-5-21-4083599455-2912511989-2073461340</SID><SYSTEM><Manufacturer>Dell Inc. </Manufacturer><Model>Dell DM061 </Model></SYSTEM><BIOS><Manufacturer>Dell Inc. </Manufacturer><Version>2.4.0 </Version><SMBIOSVersion major="2" minor="3"/><Date>20070524000000.000000+000</Date></BIOS><HWID>6C333507018400F6</HWID><UserLCID>0409</UserLCID><SystemLCID>0409</SystemLCID><TimeZone>Eastern Standard Time(GMT-05:00)</TimeZone><iJoin>0</iJoin><SBID><stat>3</stat><msppid></msppid><name></name><model></model></SBID><OEM><OEMID>DELL </OEMID><OEMTableID>B8K </OEMTableID></OEM><GANotification/></MachineData><Software><Office><Result>109</Result><Products/><Applications/></Office></Software></GenuineResults>
Spsys.log Content: 0x80070002
Licensing Data-->
Software Licensing service is not running.
HWID Data-->
HWID Hash Current: LgAAAAEAAAABAAEAAgABAAAAAgABAAEAJJROCWy1tIVcwTxK8vS4hohurFaA1w==
OEM Activation 1.0 Data-->
N/A
OEM Activation 2.0 Data-->
BIOS valid for OA 2.0: yes
Windows marker version: 0x20000
OEMID and OEMTableID Consistent: yes
BIOS Information:
ACPI Table Name OEMID Value OEMTableID Value
APIC DELL B8K
FACP DELL B8K
HPET DELL B8K
BOOT DELL B8K
MCFG DELL B8K
SSDT DELL st_ex
DUMY DELL B8K
SLIC DELL B8K
Saturday, September 5, 2009 5:42 PM -
Diagnostic Report (1.9.0011.0):
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WGA Data-->
Validation Status: Invalid License
Validation Code: 50Cached Validation Code: N/A, hr = 0x80070426
Windows Product Key: *****-*****-YQQTB-FWK9V-932CC
Windows Product Key Hash: L1zPFFvNQ04Nunm9BorPaqFl4jI=
Windows Product ID: 89580-OEM-7332132-00031
Windows Product ID Type: 2
Windows License Type: OEM SLP
Windows OS version: 6.0.6001.2.00010100.1.0.001
ID: {AFBAB266-CF37-4C30-8A7B-58B159471635}(3)
Is Admin: Yes
TestCab: 0x0
WGA Version: Registered, 1.9.9.1
Signed By: Microsoft
Product Name: Windows Vista (TM) Ultimate
Architecture: 0x00000000
Build lab: 6001.longhorn_rtm.080118-1840
TTS Error:
Validation Diagnostic:
Resolution Status: N/AWgaER Data-->
ThreatID(s): N/A, hr = 0x80070002
Version: N/A, hr = 0x80070002WGA Notifications Data-->
Cached Result: N/A, hr = 0x80070002
File Exists: No
Version: N/A, hr = 0x80070002
WgaTray.exe Signed By: N/A, hr = 0x80070002
WgaLogon.dll Signed By: N/A, hr = 0x80070002OGA Notifications Data-->
Cached Result: N/A, hr = 0x80070002
Version: N/A, hr = 0x80070002
OGAExec.exe Signed By: N/A, hr = 0x80070002
OGAAddin.dll Signed By: N/A, hr = 0x80070002OGA Data-->
Office Status: 109 N/A
OGA Version: N/A, 0x80070002
Signed By: N/A, hr = 0x80070002
Office Diagnostics: 025D1FF3-364-80041010_025D1FF3-229-80041010_025D1FF3-230-1_025D1FF3-517-80040154_025D1FF3-237-80040154_025D1FF3-238-2_025D1FF3-244-80070002_025D1FF3-258-3Browser Data-->
Proxy settings: N/A
User Agent: Mozilla/4.0 (compatible; MSIE 7.0; Win32)
Default Browser: C:\Program Files\Mozilla Firefox\firefox.exe
Download signed ActiveX controls: Prompt
Download unsigned ActiveX controls: Disabled
Run ActiveX controls and plug-ins: Allowed
Initialize and script ActiveX controls not marked as safe: Disabled
Allow scripting of Internet Explorer Webbrowser control: Disabled
Active scripting: Allowed
Script ActiveX controls marked as safe for scripting: AllowedFile Scan Data-->
Other data-->
Office Details: <GenuineResults><MachineData><UGUID>{AFBAB266-CF37-4C30-8A7B-58B159471635}</UGUID><Version>1.9.0011.0</Version><OS>6.0.6001.2.00010100.1.0.001</OS><Architecture>x32</Architecture><PKey>*****-*****-*****-*****-932CC</PKey><PID>89580-OEM-7332132-00031</PID><PIDType>2</PIDType><SID>S-1-5-21-987513968-4005480042-4133665806</SID><SYSTEM/><BIOS/><HWID>29323507018400EE</HWID><UserLCID>0809</UserLCID><SystemLCID>0409</SystemLCID><TimeZone>Pacific Standard Time(GMT-08:00)</TimeZone><iJoin>0</iJoin><SBID><stat>3</stat><msppid></msppid><name></name><model></model></SBID><OEM><OEMID>_ASUS_</OEMID><OEMTableID>Notebook</OEMTableID></OEM><GANotification/></MachineData><Software><Office><Result>109</Result><Products/><Applications/></Office></Software></GenuineResults>Spsys.log Content: 0x80070002
Licensing Data-->
Software Licensing service is not running.HWID Data-->
HWID Hash Current: MAAAAAEABAABAAEAAAABAAAAAQABAAEAnJ8g26pYSvGGg5CmuJFAtdampuHU1Pr8OEM Activation 1.0 Data-->
N/AOEM Activation 2.0 Data-->
BIOS valid for OA 2.0: yes
Windows marker version: 0x20000
OEMID and OEMTableID Consistent: yes
BIOS Information:
ACPI Table Name OEMID Value OEMTableID Value
APIC PTLTD APIC
FACP TOSCPL Herring
HPET PTLTD HPETTBL
MCFG PTLTD MCFG
TCPA TOSCPL
SLIC _ASUS_ Notebook
SSDT PTLTD POWERNOW
ASF! DMA AMDTBLSunday, September 6, 2009 5:38 AM -
Diagnostic Report (1.9.0011.0):
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WGA Data-->
Validation Status: Invalid License
Validation Code: 50Cached Validation Code: N/A, hr = 0x80004005
Windows Product Key: *****-*****-JQMWD-2QJRJ-RJ34F
Windows Product Key Hash: R8gPTEFMoOygFewoq/uOoWMpz68=
Windows Product ID: 89578-OEM-7332157-00237
Windows Product ID Type: 2
Windows License Type: OEM SLP
Windows OS version: 6.0.6000.2.00010300.0.0.003
ID: {54538A7B-493D-4621-95E8-813118AE0C84}(3)
Is Admin: Yes
TestCab: 0x0
WGA Version: Registered, 1.9.9.1
Signed By: Microsoft
Product Name: Windows Vista (TM) Home Premium
Architecture: 0x00000000
Build lab: 6000.vista_rtm.061101-2205
TTS Error: K:20090907014257783-M:20090907013315727-
Validation Diagnostic:
Resolution Status: N/AWgaER Data-->
ThreatID(s): N/A, hr = 0x80070002
Version: N/A, hr = 0x80070002WGA Notifications Data-->
Cached Result: N/A, hr = 0x80070002
File Exists: No
Version: N/A, hr = 0x80070002
WgaTray.exe Signed By: N/A, hr = 0x80070002
WgaLogon.dll Signed By: N/A, hr = 0x80070002OGA Notifications Data-->
Cached Result: N/A, hr = 0x80070002
Version: N/A, hr = 0x80070002
OGAExec.exe Signed By: N/A, hr = 0x80070002
OGAAddin.dll Signed By: N/A, hr = 0x80070002Browser Data-->
Proxy settings: N/A
User Agent: Mozilla/4.0 (compatible; MSIE 7.0; Win32)
Default Browser: C:\Program Files\Mozilla Firefox\firefox.exe
Download signed ActiveX controls: Prompt
Download unsigned ActiveX controls: Disabled
Run ActiveX controls and plug-ins: Allowed
Initialize and script ActiveX controls not marked as safe: Disabled
Allow scripting of Internet Explorer Webbrowser control: Disabled
Active scripting: Allowed
Script ActiveX controls marked as safe for scripting: AllowedFile Scan Data-->
Monday, September 7, 2009 12:33 AM -
You are not using a genuine Prodcut key. Check your product key and windows version.Monday, September 7, 2009 5:46 AM
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When I reinstalled vista using the dell vista disc it never asked me for product key. I cant find a way to change product key because it will not load control panelTuesday, September 8, 2009 12:44 AM
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Well i was referring to "cheriseone
" and not you "uscfan469
"
sorry for the confusion.
Tuesday, September 8, 2009 6:31 AM -
Hello,
Cyberking1 is incorrect, there is nothing wrong with Cheriseone's Product Key.
This is going to get complicated trying to troubleshoot 3 different issues in the same thread, This is why in the "Please Read before Posting" announcement, we ask that all user create their Own thread.
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First up, uscfan469:
I think there maybe an issue with your Vista's Licensing Store, but I'm seeing some other things that don't normally fit with a normal Licnsing Store problem. Would you try the below steps. Try the first set of steps and if that doesn't rsolve, try the next. Note, if neither of the steps resolve your issue, please create a new (unclutered by other people's posts) thread and post an updated Diagnostic Report so I can see if the steps had any effect at all.
1) Click the option that launches an Internet Browser
2) Type: %windir%\system32 into the address field
3) Find the file cmd.exe
4) Right-click on cmd.exe and select Run as Administrator
5) Type: cscript %windir%\System32\slmgr.vbs /ilc %windir%\System32\licensing\ppdlic\Security-Licensing-SLC-ppdlic.xrm-ms
6) Hit the Enter key
7) Reboot twice1) Return to the cmd windows
2) Type: net stop slsvc (it may ask you if you are sure, select yes)
3) Type: cd %windir%\ServiceProfiles\NetworkService\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\SoftwareLicensing
4) Type: rename tokens.dat tokens.bar
5) Type: cd %windir%\system32
6) Type: net start slsvc
7) Type: cscript slmgr.vbs -rilc (It may take a long time for this to complete, please be patient)
8) Reboot Twice
9) You may be required to enter the Product Key (from the sticker on the side or bottom of the computer) and then Activate by Phone
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Next cheriseone:
Computers, which are built by large manufactures that come with Vista Pre-Installed, come with two (2) Product Keys:
A) OEM SLP: This key comes pre-installed in Vista, when it comes from the Factory. This key is geared to work with the special instructions found only on that Manufacturer's computer hardware. So when Vista was installed using the OEM SLP key (at the factory) Vista looks at the motherboard and sees the special instructions and Self-Activates. (that's why you did not need to Activate your computer after you brought it home)
B) COA SLP: This is the Product key that you see on the sticker on the side (or bottom) of your computer. It is a valid product key, but should only be used in limited situations. The key must be activated by Phone. (Note: All manufacturers that use the OEM SLP system are required by contract to include a Certificate of Authenticity (COA) sticker, that has a COA SLP key, on the computer)
Your Vista is using an OEM SLP key, but (for whatever reason) cannot see the special instructions in the computer’s motherboard and is unable to Self-Activate.
To fix the issue, you will need to change out the OEM SLP key with the COA SLP key. The normal way to do this is to click the ‘Start’ button, right-click ‘Computer’, select ‘Properties’ and then click ‘Change Product Key’ (located in the lower right-hand side of the window). Enter the COA SLP key and follow the instructions in the Change Product Key Wizard.
Alternate steps to change the product key
1) Click the Start button
2) Type: slui.exe 3 and hit the Enter key
3) Type in the Product key from the sticker on your computer
4) Click the Next button.
5) You will be asked if want to Activate, click ok
6) It will attempt to Activate by the internet and will return an Invalid Key error (this is ok, continue to step 7)
7) Click the Start button
8) Type: slui.exe 4 and hit the Enter key
9) Select your location in the drop down menu and click the Next button
10) The next screen provides the number to call to Activate by Phone
NOTE: when you call that number, you will first hear an Automated Voice. If the Automated Voice gives you an option to talk to a Live Activation Rep., select that option. If not, do not enter any numbers. This should force the Automated Voice to transfer you to a Live Activation Rep. Trying to Activate thru the Automated Voice will not work, in your case; only thru the Live Activation Rep. will your Activation be successful.
If that does not rsolve the issu, please create a new thread, and post a updated Diagnostic Report.
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Lastly Gustavo LKN:
I'm sorry, you did not post your full Diagnostic Report. Please create a new thread and post the Full Diagnostic Report so I may diagnose and troubleshoot th issue. If your are unable or unwilling to post the full report, please direct your request for support to http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?linkid=52029
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Thank you all,
Darin MS- Marked as answer by Darin Smith MS Tuesday, September 8, 2009 5:03 PM
Tuesday, September 8, 2009 5:01 PM -
Hey Darin when i type:
cscript %windir%\System32\slmgr.vbs /ilc %windir%\System32\licensing\ppdlic\Security-Licensing-SLC-ppdlic.xrm-ms
I am getting VBScript runtime error: Permission denied
and i ram cmd.exe as admin. Is there something else I need to do?
ThanksTuesday, September 8, 2009 11:03 PM