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Q171312: CD-Key Missing from NT Evaluation Editions

Article: Q171312
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Last Modified: 18-DEC-1999

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The information in this article applies to:

- MSPRESS Microsoft Windows NT Technical Support Training ISBN 1-57231-373-0 
- MSPRESS Microsoft Windows NT Network Administration Training ISBN 1-57231-439-7 
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During installation of the Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 Server or Workstation
operating system, the setup program asks you for a CD-key and explains that this
key may be found on the back of your CD-ROM jewel case. There is no CD-key on
the back of the disc sleeves included in these kits.

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The "Microsoft Windows NT Technical Support Training" text gives detailed,
step-by-step directions for installing Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 Server on pages
17-82. The "Microsoft Windows NT Network Administration Training" text gives
similar directions on pages xxiii - xxxiv.

The proper CD-key to use is listed on page 44 of the "Microsoft Windows NT
Technical Support Training" text and page xxviii of the "Microsoft Windows NT
Network Administration Training" text.

Microsoft Press recommends that you carefully read through the pages given above
before attempting to install Microsoft Windows NT Server.

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