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Q150754: Mastering Visual C++, Mastering Access: No CD Key

Article: Q150754
Product(s): Microsoft Mastering Series
Version(s): 1.0
Operating System(s): 
Keyword(s): kbmm kbsetup
Last Modified: 22-OCT-1999

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The information in this article applies to:

- MSPRESS Mastering Microsoft Visual C++ ISBN 1-55615-914-5, version 1.0 
- MSPRESS Mastering Microsoft Access Programming ISBN 1-55615-912-9, version 1.0 
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SYMPTOMS
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When you run Setup for the Mastering programs listed at the top of this article,
you receive the following prompts:

  ...locate ten-digit CD key number and enter it in the space below.

  -and-

  You can find this number on the sticker on the back of your CD case.

However, no sticker is on the back of your compact disc case, and you are unable
to install the application.

CAUSE
=====

The CD Key number was not included on the back of the CD case. The CD key number
is required for Setup to proceed; without this number, Setup fails.

RESOLUTION
==========

Use the following number when you are prompted for your CD KEY number:

  900-2255777

STATUS
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Microsoft has confirmed this to be a problem in the products listed at the top
of this article. We are researching this problem and will post new information
here in the Microsoft Knowledge Base as it becomes available.

Additional query words: 1995 multi media multimedia multi-media mmtitles

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Keywords          : kbmm kbsetup 
Technology        : kbMSPressSearch kbZNotKeyword2
Version           : :1.0

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