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What happens if I try to install Windows XP SP1 on a computer that is running a copy of Windows XP that has a pirated Product Key?

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What happens if I try to install Windows XP SP1 on a computer that is running a copy of Windows XP that has a pirated Product Key?

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You cannot install Windows XP SP1 until you acquire a valid copy of the product and you use a valid Product Key to install it. Nothing happens to your underlying installation of Windows XP. Microsoft offers access to upgrades and service releases to those customers who have acquired and who use valid Microsoft products only. There are no exceptions to this.