Last xmas I bought a used laptop. I used nLite to create a slipstreamed XP install with the install files, which had been copied to the computer, by the manufacturer. My laptop was recently stolen, and I was fortunate to get it back, however the theives formatted the hard disk. I digged up the slipstream cd and installed windows. However it would not take my activation key. The activation key is on the bottom of the computer. Does anybody have any advice? m$ told me to call my manufacturer and tell them my activation key is not working. I don't think that will help. What a hassle!! any help is greatly appriciated!!!!