- Oct 20, 2014
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Wanted to use a product key to activate the Windows 7 ISO file download, but it says this,
Error
We encountered a problem with the product key you provided. Please try again or visit the Microsoft Support Contact Us page for assistance.
I know I typed the key correct, but not sure why it failed? Do I need to be on the computer "with the key" before I click Verify?
I have corrupt W7 files I cannot repair (especially windows update and windsock etc)and have tried different fixes for hours two days ago,... even tried Tweaked.com, repair, sfc /scannow (6 times) I do have an "Image backup" on DVD's, but not sure if it contains errors or not.
Should I try the backup, I never used an Image before, what if that fails?
What should I do/try next? Would like a working windows and windows update lol. All I need is a repair... and I don't have a disc, obviously. Laptop bought used...
Error
We encountered a problem with the product key you provided. Please try again or visit the Microsoft Support Contact Us page for assistance.
I know I typed the key correct, but not sure why it failed? Do I need to be on the computer "with the key" before I click Verify?
I have corrupt W7 files I cannot repair (especially windows update and windsock etc)and have tried different fixes for hours two days ago,... even tried Tweaked.com, repair, sfc /scannow (6 times) I do have an "Image backup" on DVD's, but not sure if it contains errors or not.
Should I try the backup, I never used an Image before, what if that fails?
What should I do/try next? Would like a working windows and windows update lol. All I need is a repair... and I don't have a disc, obviously. Laptop bought used...