[ihatevista]

i have just got a new pc and have had so many probs it came with vista pre-installed now im getting a message when i start up saying i need to enter product key or windows will stop working properly i enter the code on the sticker on the tower and it says its invalid what do i do? i cant access the start menu control panel or anything help

[alwrmc]

You have a new computer, take it back to the seller and ask him/her. It would appear that the copy of Vista installed is invalid. You might also phone Microsoft and explain to them and see if they can assist. If the Vista installation is not a valid installation they will NOT help.