From: ianREMOVETHISjackson@g3ohx.demon.co.uk   
      
   In message , Stef    
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   >Check on the bottom of the laptop for the OS license sticker.  It will   
   >have the license number printed on it.  Then use a utility that is   
   >available for free on the 'Net to read the number stored on the laptop.   
   >If they are the same you are good to go.   
   >   
   Belarc Advisor (free) will tell you what the real 25-digit XP key is -   
   and also what updates are missing. And much more.   
   http://www.belarc.com/free_download.html   
      
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   Ian   
      
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