vmware fusion product key question

[satirev]

hey guys, i just installed windows 7 via vmware fusion and i skipped the windows product key section because i didnt have one at the time. i understand that this only allows me to use the machine for 30 days. well i now have a key and i would like to enter it, can anyone direct me how to do this?

thanks!

 

[simsaladimbamba]

Can this help?
http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows-vista/Activating-Windows-frequently-asked-questions

found via "windows 7 enter product key before 30 days"

 

[satirev]

thanks! found it!

 

[satirev]

ugh, so apparently the product key for windows 7 professional will not work with windows 7 home

why must microsoft make everything so complicated.

 

[EmmEff]

To prevent piracy...

 

[maflynn]

why must microsoft make everything so complicated.

The the other poster mentioned to prevent people from stealing. If you have a valid license for win7, give them a call.

 

[calaverasgrande]

Also, it's super duper easy to just roll up another Vm with the proper OS. I would WAY rather be on Win 7 pro than Win 7 home anyway. I hate crippled half baked versioning like that!