windows activation issues

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I installed bootcamp on 2 imacs and activated windows inside that. Then I installed fusion on them and followed with the tools. As soon as I booted into fusion/bootcamp in osx, windows keeps prompting me for a new activation and the existing activation codes don't work anymore (it doesn't say that the hardware has changed like other threads I've read). I put it off and put it off but now outside the 30 day grace period. Its still running somehow but I need to activate it somehow and I'm worried that if I call MS for new activation keys its just going to require another set again later.

These are NOT oem versions.

Thanks!

[WoodyZ]

You need to call Microsoft and active over the phone not online. Explain to them it one install on one system and you also are trying to run it as a Virtual Machine when not booting directly with Boot Camp. Etc...

[sautan]

Just call Microsoft. It's doesn't matter how long. I purchased the XP Pro few years ago and i have installed in 3 different systems and have called twice and they provide me with new Key Code (Bunch of LONG NUMBERS).

Well, i have my own issue. I also installed Windows from BootCamp and then Fusioned it. It asked for the activation code and i called Microsoft and obtain the Code. It works fine now. My issue .... I actually trying to boot direct into Windows rather than having working behind the MAC so it's faster especially in my office. I only use MAC for personal enjoyment so i don't need it while in office. IT IS ASKING FOR THE ACTIVATION KEY AGAIN when i boot direct!!! DO I have to keep on activate the windows when i swtich the boot method from direct to fusion and fusion back to direct????? Any soliution?

[admin]

Did you install VMware Tools? What version of Fusion are you using?