p2v windows xp activation

[mirojr]

Hi

 

When i convert windows xp physical to virtual using vmware I seem to get away with not having to reactivate the software, but recently converted a machine to use with hyper-v and now am forced to activate, which i cannot seem to do.

 

I have tried telephone activation, internet activation, oem key off bottom of machine, a win 7 open key.

 

What would i need ?

 

Do Win7 keys not supersede Xp keys?

 

Would i need to reinstall windows on this sort of issue? or would a key from an open license (correct key) work?

 

Thanks

[difinity]

An XP key will only activate an XP installation. Is it a home license on the sticker and you're trying to activate a Pro version ?