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    I need to download patch KB893357 (to support WPA2 from my netgear wireless adapter.)

    That next page requires that I validate my Windows XP but the validation tool which issues the code doesn't work anymore with XP .

    So, I've downloaded the  the newer "genuine advantage validation tool" but it does not issue a code when it is done checking my system.

    I do have a genuine XP but now I can't download the patch above mentioned because I don't have the validation code.

    Many posts mix product key and activation code with VALIDATION CODE.

    Thank you.

    Wednesday, August 28, 2013 6:52 AM

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    You need to access the download pages using Internet Explorer rather than FireFox - FF frequently barfs on the ActiveX code required for validation.

    Noel Paton | Nil Carborundum Illegitemi | CrashFixPC | The Three-toed Sloth
    No - I do not work for Microsoft, or any of its contractors.

    Wednesday, August 28, 2013 11:39 AM
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    You need to access the download pages using Internet Explorer rather than FireFox - FF frequently barfs on the ActiveX code required for validation.

    Noel Paton | Nil Carborundum Illegitemi | CrashFixPC | The Three-toed Sloth
    No - I do not work for Microsoft, or any of its contractors.

    Wednesday, August 28, 2013 11:39 AM
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    Hi,

    I tried downloading using Internet Explorer but no luck could any one provide me this patch(KB893357) i am struck with one Windows XP PC if i install SP 3 will it work for me??..

    Wednesday, April 6, 2016 12:05 PM
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    KB893357 has been superseded by KB917021

    https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/kb/917021

    If that is installed then you do not need KB893357.

    If it's not installed, download it from the link and install it.

    Noel Paton | Nil Carborundum Illegitemi
    CrashFixPC | The Three-toed Sloth
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    Wednesday, April 6, 2016 12:32 PM
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