Knowing that it's *that* critical - yes, the worst will happen. Murphy's Law
will kick in full force. Make sure you have all of your affairs in order.
Back up all critical documents, especially since you're going to reformat
the system. Check for *all* of your software, including ISP and drivers.
When you reinstall Office, you may not be able to activate it online. If
that happens, select the telephone option. When you call, just explain the
situation. They will help you.
Are you sure you need to reformat? Are you having problems with Windows?
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JoAnn Paules
MVP Microsoft [Publisher]
Owen said:
OK. I've got the CDs and their associated product keys. Will there be any
problem with the activation? My wife and children rely on having Office
(esp
Word and Excel) and I'll be dead meat if it doesn't work same-day.
JoAnn Paules said:
Make sure you have your CDs and your product key.
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JoAnn Paules
MVP Microsoft [Publisher]
Owen said:
I'm getting ready to Nuke-N-Pave my PC's O/S (XP Pro SP2). What do I
need
to
do beforehand to make sure Office Pro 2003 will work when I'm done.
Specifically, do I need to un-register it? Will Microsoft allow me to
re-install on the same machine?
TIA,
Owen