go to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersionĢ-download the freely available ISO of the WINDOWS version found here: Just like most other issues, there is so much mis-information on the internet, it's almost impossible to fix anything nowadays. I loaded the Windows 7 Professional but then it complained about not being activated and not being genuine. 'I'm sure it's simple to change it afterwards.' Well, it isn't. The sticker on the computer box said WINDOWS HOME PREMIUM but the client didn't have the CD since the manufacturer doesn't include them anymore. I replaced the hard drive and needed to load the OS.
I was repairing a client's computer since the hard drive died. I like to skip the story usually of how I go into the situation but on this occassion it's worth it since I can imagine this scenario happening for many.
