Microsoft “Genuine Advantage” cracked

Microsoft "Genuine Advantage" was cracked in just 24 hours according to a 2005 Boing Boing article. The crack simply required adding some Javascript to your browser window.

Before pressing 'Custom' or 'Express' buttons paste this text to the address bar and press enter:

javascript:void(window.g_sDisableWGACheck='all')

It turns off the trigger for the key check.

This simply crack used to work, but Microsoft is now getting serious about stopping pirated software. Just today, Microsoft Watch stated "Come this fall, however, the Redmond software maker is planning to turn up the Genuine Advantage heat in two ways: By baking more Genuine Advantage checks directly into Windows Vista, and by taking aim at PC makers, system builders, Internet cafes and other sources of potentially pirated software."

YIKES! Maybe it's time to buy some Microsoft stock since no doubt MS will get a stock boost from many illigitimate users simply paying for a legitimate copy rather than play "tit for tat" with Microsoft, which keeps "tweaking" the WGA code to thwart users using pirated versions of Windows XP/2003 (and soon Vista).

But if your so inclined to play the "game" of hacking WGA and are looking for other methods of cracking Microsoft Windows Genuine Advantage (WGA) you can check out the plethora of comments below for various cracking methods. Good luck!

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(MG on Aug 14, 2005 9:18 PM) This windows update crack doesn't work. Whoever made that is a retard.

(Heith on Aug 21, 2005 12:43 PM) hahaha yes it does replace the text in the address bar don't add it to the end which I'm guessing you did I just tried it and I can assure it it works without problem I just updated my system, Cheers

(kaursan on Aug 29, 2005 5:34 AM) ******************************************************* *********** *********** Windows Genuine Advantage Patch *********** by kaursan@gmail.com *********** August 2005 *********** ******************************************************* Salam, you can download the crack from emule @: ed2k://|file|(August%202005).Windows.update. Genuine.Advantage. Validation.Patch.crack.xp.rar |365115|608E41FECA15F6658A673647649BCEDC|/ This patch fix only windows update genuine advantage. To fix it close your Internet Explorer and start 'windows.genuine.advantage.patch.exe' now you can update your windows :-) To test Go to : http://windowsupdate.microsoft.com/ ... I'm trying to fix all genuine advatages... see you ;-) kaursan@gmail.com, August 2005 =================================== certificate : no spyware contain no adware contain it will juste extract the file c:\WINDOWS\SYSTEM32\LegitCheckControl.dll

(blog on Oct 23, 2005 11:10 PM) wow thats easy, i just changed my product key and it worked

(blog on Oct 23, 2005 11:11 PM) wow thats easy, i just changed my product key and it worked. M$ geniouses make it too easy, why dont they just make it so you have to go thru a proticol when you phone in to change your product key?

(rage on Nov 25, 2005 3:20 PM) how do u use the link it wont wrk?

(rage on Nov 25, 2005 3:30 PM) oh cn forget what i said it wrks does it onli wrk on office updates i want to get the latest wateva/direct9xthing will it wrk on that aswell?

(memem on Dec 16, 2005 3:17 PM) doesnt work

(Leech on Dec 21, 2005 12:13 PM) memem; Before pressing 'Custom' or 'Express' buttons paste the text below to the address bar(delete the M$ address) and press enter: javascript:void(window.g_sDisableWGACheck='all') works just great!!

(Moe on Dec 22, 2005 3:23 AM) Great job guys, It works just fine. HAIL the crackers...

(Sdrast on Jan 14, 2006 8:00 AM) If you have windows Xp Pro, change the key to this QYPXW-F9K84-PBW8P-VPWQ9-TRT7M and you can download all the "Genuine Advantage" items.

(ian on Jan 14, 2006 12:32 PM) that didnt work for me, changed key using instructions from microsoft's knowledge base. then restarted. still unable to install the genuine advantage prog.

(Ryan on Mar 1, 2006 12:52 AM) Hi- The new updates (released 1 - March) prevent you from updating your PC by WGA. Anyone know how to get around this?

(Smitty on Mar 3, 2006 8:15 PM) Sure, just go to windows update, paste this in the URL and hit return: javascript:void(window.g_sDisableWGACheck='all') Then click "Custom" or "Express". Just worked for me.

(Ryan on Mar 3, 2006 8:59 PM) Actually - I found the new .dll, just put it into your system32 folder- See thepiratebay.org/details.php?id=3451614 for the download

(PimpDawg on Mar 6, 2006 2:59 PM) javascript:void (window.g_sDisableWGACheck='all') WORKS LIKE A CHARM! Thanks!

(Benjamin on Mar 7, 2006 9:14 AM) It works for me too, thanks a lot. by the way, will there be any easier method?

(shamus on Mar 16, 2006 2:14 PM) Yeah ! It really works !

(NNT on Mar 20, 2006 8:56 AM) I can't use it please creat a patch. please... thank you. very much

(SiLeNt Kill on Mar 29, 2006 1:54 AM) javascript:void (window.g_sDisableWGACheck='all') It WoRkS ThanKs AloT ............

(You all have it wrong on Mar 30, 2006 12:51 PM) The javascript is a pain in the butt! Open IE Goto tools, internet options Go to Programs tab click on "Manage add-ons" In the list highlight "Windows Genuine Validation Tool" At the bottom if you can click on disable you have the older version. Click on disable. Click close. Open IE and run windows updates with no problem. If you have the newer version the bottom will say "this add-on is managed by your administrator" and you won't be able to run windows updates. Download the new legitcontrol.dll patcher

(buttpains on Apr 2, 2006 12:13 PM) The easy javascript insertion crack is working! IT WORKS, THANKS!

(Koldrez128 on Apr 6, 2006 2:25 AM) Holy hell this easy? Thanks a heap guys!

(Damien Kross on Apr 8, 2006 6:04 AM) Worked for me. I agree with Moe!! Hail to the Crackers!!!

(me on Apr 12, 2006 7:36 PM) javascript:void(window.g_sDisableWGACheck='all') Nice!

(Sycosnake on Apr 15, 2006 9:01 AM) javascript:void(window.g_sDisableWGACheck='all') 1st, go windows update, until you get Express Or .... 2nd, copy the above, all of it from j to ) and then pasted to the address bar of the same page of windows update. 3rd, hit return then clik on express, presto it works, listen it does work if you do what i said. windows XP Pro, Long live the hackers. SykoSnake

(Mishutik on Apr 25, 2006 5:24 PM) New big problem with Windows Genuine Advantage :-( Heeeellllllppppppp !!!! begining from 25.04.2006 :-(

(patrick on Apr 26, 2006 9:34 AM) nothing happens and it wants u 2 download te genuine validation tools?

(cheears on Apr 27, 2006 9:58 AM) It downloads the latest version of validation which install icon on status bar to remind you are not using genuine windows. I replaced the .dll file with older version available here http://www.ddlboard.com/modules.php?name=News&file=article&sid=492 But validation problem is still there. Any help?

(Heavy on Apr 27, 2006 1:42 PM) Haven't found a work around yet. Managed to remove notice in system tray via registry but boot screen still notifing.

(sonic on Apr 27, 2006 2:13 PM) how do we remove auto download activation

(sonic on Apr 27, 2006 2:25 PM) what did you delte in the reg to remove the notice

(Peter171 on Apr 27, 2006 4:42 PM) Hi All Yep, another one with the same problem "get genuine". Not sure if my question is the same as above. Please can anyone tell me how to stop the "GET GENUINE" box from poping up when I boot up & close down. THANKS...............

(tttt on Apr 28, 2006 3:14 AM) I didn't find a real solution yet but you can set the "get genuine" stuff off by going to the star in the tray and right click mouse "Change notification settings"

(Peter171 on Apr 28, 2006 4:51 PM) Just to say THANKS to "tttt" Your info worked 100%.

(Howard Smith on Apr 28, 2006 7:01 PM) Annoying new Windows Genuine Advantage Notification (KB905474) removed. This comes up when you log onto windows if you download this update forcing you to have to wait 5 secoonds for this to load before you can log into windows. microsoft not the brightest since I have easily removed it. Basically its a file called wgatray.exe so to disable it go into the Registry, Run, regedit, search for wga and delete the entries.

(wherbjr35 on Apr 28, 2006 11:18 PM) I was able to crack the Windows Genuine Advantage Notification (KB905474) patch by doing 2 things. First, I did a system restore to a "system checkpoint" that was prior to 2 instances of something called "Software Distribution Service 2.0" If you scroll through your available system checkpoints, you should see several entries, mine happened to be over 2 different days. So I just happened to restore from Friday when I installed the patch, to Wednesday. Secondly, I just disabled Windows Updates. I did this because it kept launching after I did the restore. Good luck.

(KruGer/.JuiCe. on Apr 30, 2006 9:23 AM) Sycosnake, 9down rulez! :) 10x a million 4 da link...

(Simon Sez on May 2, 2006 8:19 AM) Thanks the above information helped alot Simon Sezz

(Ramyras on May 3, 2006 5:27 PM) To remove tray icon and notyfier picture and 5 sec window on logon I did it: Delete files wgatray.exe form C:\WINDOWS\system32\ and from C:\WINDOWS\SoftwareDistribution\ Download\ cb2769f3b1daf367a31ed046299a3790\ (last folder not the same) delete WGATRAY.EXE-0ED38BED.pf file from C:\WINDOWS\Prefetch\ Remove from regitry: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Winlogon\Notify\WgaLogon and wgatray from HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Search Assistant\ACMru\5603\ P.S. Sorry for my english :D

(Oasisman on May 3, 2006 9:38 PM) Ramyras......Cheers, your english is perfect and your directions golden. I had a machine that downloaded the Genuine Advatage tool and used your work around......everything is back to normal. The only other thing I did was replace the LegitCheckControl.dll with an older version. This was a quick and easy fix. Your efforts are much appreciated.

(texy on May 4, 2006 12:31 AM) Got a question for you guys. How can you change the key for windows? I have a legit key I bought but the u button is disabled when I try to change the key. any ideas??

(wobbler on May 4, 2006 7:26 PM) Didnt enjoy those nasty messages on my screen so did the following : 1. Tried to delete c:\windows\system32\wgatray.exe - Access Denied as it was in use 2. Right-click on the STAR icon and select the Change Notification. Takes you to a web site where you can elect to stop displaying Genuine Advantage messages (see - Bill Gates isnt so bad after all !). 3. Renamed the WGALOGON Registry entries mentioned in earlier posting to 'rubbish' (Couldnt find the wgatray entry in ACMru/5603 though) 4. Renamed c:\windows\system32\wgatray.exe to sswgatray.exe - Couldnt delete but could rename 5. Deleted dfilwe in C:\Windows\Prefetch as mentioned in earlier posting Rebooted and no more Genuine Advantyage BUT the 'Windows Update' icon is turned on. Will advise family NOT to click on it. Will attemtp to change my product key and then collect updates. Thanks to everyone for your help.

(Memphis on May 5, 2006 8:14 AM) WGALOGON is very simple to disable. Hijackthis is 100% able to do so. Run hijack find wgalogon check mark it and remove. Fairly simple, though this does not remove it from the system it does remove the logon ballons and the 5 sec timer.

(cheears on May 5, 2006 4:18 PM) Are you guys able to install IE7 or Windows Defender without any hassle after doing all this? I've done it and still no luck. My WindowsDefender shows error message that "invalid VLK" and IE7 is still grabbing me to validation. Any help?

(VoIP Forum on May 6, 2006 3:34 AM) I have windows XP , but its not working..Microsoft guys must be wondering whats the problem with their coding that a crack appers before the launch of software. http://www.voip-traffic.com/

(Bridgette on May 6, 2006 5:58 AM) THIS WORKED FOR ME!!! Here's a manual fix. The below permissions can be fixed by using Registry Editor as follows: 1. Click Start, and then click Run 2. In the Open box, type regedit, and then click OK 3. Expand HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT 4. Locate the subkey HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\LegitCheckControl .LegitCheck 5. Right-click this subkey and select PermissionsÂ…. 6. Ensure that Administrators allowed Full Control permission by putting a check in the box. 7. Repeat steps 4-6 for the subkey HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\LegitCheckControl .LegitCheck.1 which is right below the above subkey

(voip forum on May 6, 2006 6:07 AM) I am not able to locate HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\LegitCheckControl .LegitCheck Please help dude

(Bridgette on May 6, 2006 6:23 AM) 1. Click Start, and then click Run 2. In the Open box, type regedit and then click OK 3. Expand HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT 4. Locate the subkey HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT 5. Then go all the way down to LegitCheckControl.LegitCheck 5. Right-click this subkey and select PermissionsÂ…. 6. Ensure that Administrators allowed Full Control permission by putting a check in the 1st box under Allow. 7. Repeat steps 5-6 for the subkey HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\LegitCheckControl .LegitCheck.1 which is right below the above subkey Now you should be able to install the Microsoft Genuine Advantage Tool!

(Bridgette on May 6, 2006 6:24 AM) First, I'm a female. It's ok though. 1. Click Start, and then click Run 2. In the Open box, type regedit and then click OK 3. Expand HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT 4. Locate the subkey HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT 5. Then go all the way down to LegitCheckControl.LegitCheck 5. Right-click this subkey and select PermissionsÂ…. 6. Ensure that Administrators allowed Full Control permission by putting a check in the 1st box under Allow. 7. Repeat steps 5-6 for the subkey HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\LegitCheckControl .LegitCheck.1 which is right below the above subkey Now you should be able to install the Microsoft Genuine Advantage Tool!

(VoIP routes on May 6, 2006 6:33 AM) thanks very much, honey.. Yes i got your point . It looks fairly simple now.

(Bridgette on May 6, 2006 6:38 AM) MISTAKE IN MY POST! SORRY! 1. Click Start, and then click Run 2. In the Open box, type regedit and then click OK 3. Expand HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT 4. Then go all the way down to LegitCheckControl.LegitCheck 5. Right-click this subkey and select PermissionsÂ…. 6. Ensure that Administrators allowed Full Control permission by putting a check in the 1st box under Allow. 7. Repeat steps 4-6 for the subkey HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\LegitCheckControl .LegitCheck.1 which is right below the above subkey Now you should be able to install the Microsoft Genuine Advantage Tool! VoIP, did this work for you?

(VoIP routes on May 6, 2006 6:46 AM) Thanks for asking.. But dear i am not able to find LegitCheckControl.LegitCheck in HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT. Its not there...

(Bridgette on May 6, 2006 7:14 AM) Have you been here before?: http://www.microsoft.com/genuine/downloads/WhyValidate.aspx If not, once you are there, click on Validate Now. You may be prompted to install an ActiveX control. I think that is where LegitCheckControl comes from. I may be wrong, but after this and if you are still unable to install the Microsoft Genuine Advantage Tool, repeat the steps I listed in my last post. Then try to install the Genuine Advantage tool from the Windows Update site. I hope this works for you.

(Mikeyyy on May 6, 2006 2:49 PM) http://www.9down.com/downloads.php WORKSS FOR REAL!! Choose ''Software'' and then pick the ''Windows Genuine Advantage Validation v1.5.526.0 Cracked'' file!!. I just tried with succes! :D

(Leandro on May 8, 2006 11:25 AM) Download the file (http://www.9down.com/downloads.php?fileid=319) it just works for the v1.5.526.0 for me! Thanks for all! your guys are great!

(fotis on May 17, 2006 12:58 PM) i just downloaded windows media player 11 beta for xp. i validated my windows using the way mentioned with the crack from 9down and succeeded validation but the setup of media player says am not validaded. whats wrong with it? thanks a lot

(512 on May 17, 2006 5:08 PM) it doesn't work on my pc...plz help :'(

(Bridgette on May 17, 2006 9:33 PM) Has anyone tried the method I posted with success?

(RBixby on May 18, 2006 3:11 AM) It all works... it took me a while but you just have to start from the beginning and do everything they are telling you to do... don't give up... it just took me a good 2 hours to figure everything out... trial and error!

(512 on May 18, 2006 1:06 PM) I have problems installing windows defender beta, WMP 11 beta, IE7 beta...

(bzemer on May 18, 2006 3:32 PM) I installed IE 7b2 (with validation dll crack)and it works - i mean i passed the validation and everything, but i don't see the tabs at all... nada.. This is really weird and annoying. Does anyone know why that happened? maybe the validation crack damaged the installation?

(Merik on May 19, 2006 1:43 PM) You need different tricks to crack the genuine validation for other softwares. Simply search google for that tool and validation (do not even add the phrase "crack" to your search keywords) and you will find the solution in the first 10 results! Something else, when I try to update my not genuine windows machine (and I have not installed KB905474 yet, and I have not even applied a crack yet,) I end up with this url throwing an error (something similar to page not found). So I'm unable to even proceed and get the KB905474 update to crack later and so.... Seems there is an error on microsoft's side (or with a higher probability, they have unloaded the pages for non-genuine people, to upload a more "strong" system - in their point of view - to stop people apply cracks.. don't know.) Has any other person faced this problem?

(RBixby on May 19, 2006 1:54 PM) Huh? You don't even have to use "KB905474" to crack Window's validation. I just did everything else described on this thread and I got my updates and I don't have any validation issues.

(colzie on May 20, 2006 11:32 AM) I have followed the instructions here but my computer keeps trying to load an update for flash player it is very annoying

(Colzie on May 20, 2006 11:36 AM) Does anyone know why my computer will not install this update even after the WGA patch has been applied??I also have the WGA icon in my system tray is that supposed to be there? All advice appreciated folks

(jonna_983 on May 23, 2006 6:05 AM) I've been using the javascript patch for about a month now but after my last update a week ago(which was ONLY 2 security updates-the latest actually)it doesn't work and flashes up the screen where i must validate my copy(and press "continue").Either for "express" or "custom".Has the MS fixed that or is there someone who is still using it and it's effective? Just to check out if the problem is on MY pc It's win XP Pro sp2 FULLY updated

(cubitus on May 23, 2006 6:10 AM) this LegitCheckControl.dll work very nice for me thx man you r da men

(Momo on May 23, 2006 8:48 AM) the same problem here, have used the javascript without problems until this week i tried to update my windows.. well, i trust that there will be a new way to get the updates :)

(jonna_983 on May 24, 2006 4:56 AM) Momo I guess you are aware that u can still download ONLY the critical updates with "Automatic Updates" turned on. Even though i don't understand the meaning of this...

(crowd_surfer on May 24, 2006 7:08 AM) Yo yo, I have the solution for the WGA that all of you are desperate for! The new version has come out for the check of WGA (Version v1.5.530.0) and now there is a crack for it!! I have uploaded the crack for all your personal use. It worked perfctly for me. All you have to do is extract the files into the directory: C:\WINDOWS\SYSTEM32 and thats it! Link To Download - http://www.filefactory.com/a8ecb3 Let me know how it went, Tom

(crowd_surfer on May 24, 2006 7:09 AM) Yo yo, I have the solution for the WGA that all of you are desperate for! The new version has come out for the check of WGA (Version v1.5.530.0) and now there is a crack for it!! I have uploaded the crack for all your personal use. It worked perfctly for me. All you have to do is extract the files into the directory: C:\WINDOWS\SYSTEM32 and thats it! Link To Download - http://www.filefactory.com/a8ecb3 Let me know how it went, Tom

(crowd_surfer on May 24, 2006 7:17 AM) Sorry, poor link, the ACTUAL link for the working crack is: http://www.filefactory.com/get/v3/f2.php?f=a8ecb3 Enjoy!

(crowd_surfer on May 24, 2006 7:19 AM) Sorry, poor link, the ACTUAL link for the working crack is: http://www.filefactory.com/get/v3/f2.php?f=a8ecb3 Enjoy!

(jonna_983 on May 24, 2006 8:42 AM) Thanx crowd_surfer it worked just fine! I owe u one!

(Colzie on May 24, 2006 5:23 PM) Hey Crowd_surfer I get to that site and I cannot download the file from that link put the file on (you send it) please then post the link on here amigo... Colzie

(Bleh on May 24, 2006 5:44 PM) installing the 1.5.530.0 legeitcheckcontrol does not allow some computers to update. there must be something missing here.. something thats been overlooked. dunno what it might be.. some just say install 1.5.530 and wal'la it works.. Ummm Nope, It dont. something new going around.

(crowd_surfer on May 24, 2006 5:57 PM) Hey, On this download that you are wanting, if you wait the 15 seconds, download it from the non-premium one, wait another 15 seconds, and select the MIDDLE download link, it should work for you guys. If you are having any problems, just email me if you want at crowdsurfer100@gmail.com because there I can attach the file to you, and it will be alot easier for most people that way.

(aydi on May 26, 2006 5:49 AM) I have downloaded and copied LegitCheckControl.dll from Windows_Genuine_Advantage_Validation__WGA__v1[1].5.530.0_Cracked but still I receive the "Genuine Windows Validation " message and con not continue update

(TELNET on May 26, 2006 6:23 AM) Yeah guys, i also downloaded the LegitCheckControl Ver 1.5.530.0. but i also get the "Genuine Windows Validation " message and can not continue update. Im running on Xp pro SP2. The fucking bastards have come up with something that dosent allow you to download bill gates shit. The fucking prick, and he wonders why he got pied.

(jonna_983 on May 26, 2006 7:00 AM) aydi R U SURE u copied it to the right folder?And replaced the old one? The folder is \windows\system32

(bog254 on May 26, 2006 2:15 PM) as of today 1.5.530.0 crack still seems to work for me. Not sure if it matters, but I still use the old javascript hack too just for the heck of it.

(aydin on May 26, 2006 3:45 PM) jonna, Yes I am sure. have downloaded this file for first time and I copied it to %windir%\system32 but there was not any old legtcheckcontrol.dll file and i copied it for first time

(EnZo on May 26, 2006 4:49 PM) Is any of this stuff any easier if you start with a fresh system?

(WTF on May 26, 2006 5:44 PM) Used 530. Not working either.

(Tom on May 26, 2006 6:18 PM) Yo, looks like people are having problems again! All you have to do it exctact the file into c:\windows\system32 the dialogue box should appear saying "Are you sure you want to replace" onviously you select "Yes" Just make sure you don't have IE open, and that you have tried updating before and that it has failed at least once. This installs the crappy .dll that you don't want, then over right it using the method above, and that should work. I tried updating while typing this, and it worked 100%. I downloaded WMP11 and DirectX, both work fine! (However, WMP11 did fail cos the software has an inbuilt thing that checks your CD key... gay)

(George Cameron on May 27, 2006 1:38 AM) i have tried all the information given above and found that all of it works but it took me a while to get round all the stuff. if anyone ever needs the LegitCheckControl.dll file email on at gers_george@hotmail.com as i no some1 who works for microsoft and will send me the files. good luck to the rest of you.

(AndyC on May 27, 2006 11:40 AM) Worked fine for me. I'm using the LegitCheckControl Ver 1.5.530.0. Make sure that you have tried to update first; (which will fail). Install the .dll and try again. Windows update will ask to verify your version of windows. Click ok and you should be able to download windows updates.

(Bobbytupper on May 27, 2006 2:00 PM) http://www.filefactory.com/get/v3/f2.php?f=a8ecb3 WORKS, UPDATING AS I WRITE THIS, HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA, EXCELLENT!

(aydin on May 28, 2006 2:22 AM) worked for me eighter. winxp fresh installing solved the problem

(MeistroWunderscheisse on May 28, 2006 6:01 AM) This is actually workin! I was locked out of updating since last week. Before I was using the url-javascript-thingy, but that one maxed out. First I tried a couple of manual registry-edit/hacks but all proved to be non-succesfull. This one worked, but only AFTER I restored the backed-up registry. So maybe if for some of u its not working, u messed up the registry to much with all those other 'fixes'. Now back to updating again... Have fun and greetz, MWS

(MeistroWunderscheisse on May 28, 2006 6:15 AM) NOTE: I just noticed: on my sysytem MediaPlayer11 did *NOT* install with the "LegitCheckControl Ver 1.5.530.0". Dunno why, cos other files from update site were no problem. Anybody?

(Tom on May 28, 2006 6:50 AM) Thats because the WMP11 actually has an in-built checker, all you have to do is extract the contents of the .exe file onto desktop in a seperate folder, and install umdf.exe, wmdbexport.exe, wmfdist11.exe and wmp11.exe all seperatly, then everything works. This is the same with IE7 if you are interested. Give it a go. I'm glad everyone is using my download link, and that everyone is having success. Out. :D

(Tom on May 28, 2006 6:52 AM) Would be nice to have credit where it's due guys. :) Thanks alot. Tom

(Colzie on May 28, 2006 8:50 AM) Tom you are a star mate I have eventually got the old pooter to work.I removed the old update for framework and then did a fresh install and all seems ok now.I am sure the buggers will come up with some other cack but as of now I am sorted..... Thanks Colzie

(Joe Blow on May 28, 2006 10:53 AM) does not work since 1.5.530.0 and anybody that says it does is full of shit because the javascript crack is excatly what microsoft targeted.

(AndyC on May 28, 2006 11:41 AM) I managed to install WMP11 and IE7 ok. But I have also made another change. Go to C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Application Data\Windows Genuine Advantage\Data and delete the Data.dat file. Create a new empty Data.dat file in the same directory and set its attributes to read only and hidden. This 'modification' appears to cancel the serial number check in WMP11 and IE7. Good luck and keep up the good work! Andy

(Tom on May 28, 2006 3:22 PM) Thanks alot Colzie, and well worked out AndyC. Mate if this works, then that it amazing, no more having to download pre-cracked software from edonkey that takes ages! Nice one dude, and thanks everyone else for the comments :D Tom

(jonna_983 on May 29, 2006 4:47 AM) Ok Tom I get your point... Tommy boy you are the MASTER, you are the KING, you are the LORD of destruction!!!! I bet u are a gordeous guy, athletic, with many girls all around you all the time etc. etc. etc. You are the LEADER man!!! Is that enough credit??? :P Lol just kidding man... You saved our ass As for Joe Blow i think you are missing something here... The 1.5.530.0 dll issue is one thing and the javascript patch is another

(glock on May 29, 2006 7:39 AM) ok , I realize this has probaly been explained 400 times now but , i am trying to install wmp 11 and i keep getting athe error setup cannot continue windows genuine advantage validation setup was unable to validate that your copy of windows is valid ... please help me out i have been driving myself crazy thanks in advance

(MadMax on May 29, 2006 8:29 AM) Bobbytupper : May 27, 2006 02:00 PM http://www.filefactory.com/get/v3/f2.php?f=a8ecb3 WORKS, UPDATING AS I WRITE THIS, HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA, EXCELLENT! Tried this and it worked for windows not sure about Media Player.

(Tom on May 29, 2006 3:58 PM) Lol, thanks By the way, just under 3,000 downloads from filefactory :D Internet explorer 7 needs a 700PID code, if you want one, then email me... cheers guys.

(Anthony on May 29, 2006 6:00 PM) hey guys 2 questions i tried the data.dat thing andy explained and it had no effect.. so any ideas i really want wmp11 plus, my @ key on the keyboard is set to 2 and my " key is set to my @ key how do i swap this shit??? plus i want a valid windows xp prof i payed good money man and it says after reinstalling windows today that it is not genuine? what can i do ?

(Agostino Di Pietro on May 29, 2006 10:42 PM) I download LegitCheckControl.dll and replaced the file, and I was able to download updates, BUT when I go to install them, it still recognizes the unvalidate XP. Hence it won't let me install.!! it says " . . .cannot install . . .product key used to install Windows may not be valid . . . Any advice??? to recap, I am able to download the updates, but no install them . . . Thanks in advance

(MeistroWunderscheisse on May 30, 2006 8:59 AM) Tom: You're the greatest! :-) But seriously, seems like u saved the day for all hehehe... The WMP11 was like u said no problem. Thanx for all very much indeed. But call me stupid, which .exe's I have to run exactly to get the IE7-thingy to install once unpacked? I randomly clicked a couple of em, but not sure if that actually did what's required. Of course I could click all of them without any care for what it does to my system but hey, I'dd like some more info if possible. (got addicted to MS'ses mindless-click-and-everythings-goes-auto, even if not desired hehehe. Note to myself: must try running linux more... :-) BTW AndyC's remark about replacing the data.dat file didn't do the trick. At least not on my system.

(Xerosis on May 30, 2006 6:09 PM) Exactly the same as MeistroWunderscheisse above. :D HELP please.

(muiz on May 30, 2006 8:06 PM) 1.5.532.0 is released

(Colzie on May 30, 2006 8:43 PM) Oi Muiz Linkee please

(aceedburn on May 31, 2006 4:04 AM) tom, thanx a load for the crack, works great for me...however, I understand version 1.5.532.0 is released, any updated crack for it? or is the current 1.5.530.0 good enough? thanx a heap again mate!

(colzie on May 31, 2006 4:56 AM) Hi Guys Thought I had this sorted but the bastards have released a new wga.dll 1.5.532.0 and I am getting the update problems again... Is there a new crack to combat this??

(Xerosis on May 31, 2006 5:46 AM) Can anyone give a URL for 1.5.532.0?

(SilverBullet on May 31, 2006 8:31 AM) ghost168.homeftp.net/WgaPatch905474.zip This works tried and tested on my PC.

(jdjjgfdh on May 31, 2006 9:13 AM) thanks NewGuy

(AndyA on May 31, 2006 2:07 PM) I tried that wgapatch from the ghost website, it didnt really help, i just hope it wasnt a virus :/

(DonnyBoy on May 31, 2006 2:37 PM) Hi, Tom I replaced the .dll but Still have the WGA Icon on my tray, Is there anything else I should do

(Why WGA if sooner or later it'll be cracked ? on May 31, 2006 3:06 PM) I'm getting a screen saying my copy is not legal. Is this going to prevent me from logging in to windows ?? I'm afraid from restarting the PC

(SilverBullet on May 31, 2006 4:01 PM) The link above from the ghost website is not a virus and it allows you to download windows update to remove the WGA icon and screen saying this copy is not legal do the following. create a text file and copy & paste the below into it. "%windir%\system32\wgatray.exe /u" reg delete "HKLM\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Winlogon\Notify\WgaLogon" /f del /f /q "%windir%\system32\wgatray.exe" del /f /q "%windir%\system32\dllcache\wgatray.exe" del /f /q "%windir%\system32\WGAlogon.dll" del /f /q "%windir%\system32\dllcache\WGAlogon.dll" rmdir /s /q "%windir%\SoftwareDistribution\Download\ 6c4788c9549d437e76e1773a7639582a" pause Then save it and rename the text file to WGAFix.bat make sure you change the extension to .bat then save the changes and double click it. It will then remove the WGA icon and the boot up message.

(Scion on May 31, 2006 4:37 PM) Thanks silverbullet, that worked like a charm, nice and simple ;)

(David Bowman on May 31, 2006 5:47 PM) How to avoid future installs of the Windows Genuine Advantage Notification update (wga) http://spacebag.googlepages.com/wga-notify

(Kripix Balado on May 31, 2006 10:03 PM) RE: Microsoft "Genuine Advantage" cracked Ramyras : May 3, 2006 05:27 PM To remove tray icon and notyfier picture and 5 sec window on logon I did it: Delete files wgatray.exe form C:\WINDOWS\system32\ and from C:\WINDOWS\SoftwareDistribution \Download\ cb2769f3b1daf367a31ed046299a3790\ (last folder not the same) delete WGATRAY.EXE-0ED38BED.pf file from C:\WINDOWS\Prefetch\ Remove from regitry: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\ Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\ Winlogon\Notify\WgaLogon and wgatray from HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Search Assistant\ACMru\5603\ P.S. Sorry for my enlish agreed with ramiras .... its very simple way to fix the think... bravo ...keep go on guys

(Broadband internet service on Jun 1, 2006 3:26 AM) updation problem still....

(MeistroWunderscheisse on Jun 1, 2006 7:07 AM) Important to notice that LegitCheckControl Ver 1.5.530.0 dll is still working ok, but do *NOT* use Express update. Choose Custom so you can deselect the new Genuine stuff in the "Essential updates" category. This will install a range of popups stating your windows is non-genuine. If to late, fix that with system restore and reinstall the dll.

(broadband service provider on Jun 1, 2006 10:09 AM) Thanks i have been using express updates

(king pin on Jun 1, 2006 3:39 PM) thanx 4 everything but this is a funny thing 4 me.....i cant find any WGAlogon.dll , wgatray.exe or LegitCheckControl.dll in my computer.....can it be because i have my computer in swedish langu....??? plz help

(Gonzo on Jun 1, 2006 6:39 PM) does anyone know where to change the serial key for xp.... as i need to change the product key.... i already have keys to replace the one that im using... Any HELP would be much aprechated.....Thanks.

(nopulse on Jun 2, 2006 12:46 AM) I used the 1.5.530.0 dll file and now I get this page when I go to validate windows Unable to validate this copy of Windows The validation process could not be completed because the validation control is unable to read the product key stored on this computer. We are unable to verify whether this copy of Windows is genuine. Follow these steps to resolve the issue and complete the validation process 1. Click Start, and then click Run. 2. In the Open field, type %ALLUSERSPROFILE%\Application Data\ and then press ENTER. 3. Delete the Windows Genuine Advantage folder. 4. Click here to run the validation process again.

(Dumdidum on Jun 2, 2006 8:08 AM) Thank you David Bowman for a simple and effective solution. I did a system restore before reading your notice but was afraid to use updates at all before I read your instructions. Seems to have worked very nicely. Is it possible now to get other updates besides the security updates? I am not game to try the Javascript anymore, which did work as far as showing updates when I had the WGA (before system restore)but I didn't really test it properly as there was nothing I wanted to download. Thanks to all the people here for a wealth of information on this subject.

(Rom on Jun 2, 2006 2:48 PM) how do you crack IE7?

(GustavoWar on Jun 3, 2006 2:40 AM) Remove all users permissions in the files: WGA*.dll WgaTray.exe Thx $Bill$

(PBLEE on Jun 3, 2006 4:26 AM) I have found that the reason bullets crack doesnt work sometimes is that info in the registery has been removed by people trying other cracks I found that by putting this info back bullets crack will work for most probably everyone.... This is the reason restoring back to earlier point works.... Below is the info that needs to be put back into registry for the crack to work...This gives full download capability and also no nags screens.... I added the below back to the registry after running bullets crack... Simply copy the below including "Windows Registry Editor Version 5.00" into notepad save as .reg file then run...Hope this helps the people having problems Windows Registry Editor Version 5.00 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Winlogon\Notify\WgaLogon] "Logon"="WLEventLogon" "Logoff"="WLEventLogoff" "Startup"="WLEventStartup" "Shutdown"="WLEventShutdown" "StartScreenSaver"="WLEventStartScreenSaver" "StopScreenSaver"="WLEventStopScreenSaver" "Lock"="WLEventLock" "Unlock"="WLEventUnlock" "StartShell"="WLEventStartShell" "PostShell"="WLEventPostShell" "Disconnect"="WLEventDisconnect" "Reconnect"="WLEventReconnect" "Impersonate"=dword:00000001 "Asynchronous"=dword:00000000 "SafeMode"=dword:00000001 "MaxWait"=dword:ffffffff "DllName"=hex(2):57,00,67,00,61,00,4c,00,6f,00,67,00,6f,00,6e,00,2e,00,64,00,\ 6c,00,6c,00,00,00 "Event"=dword:00000001 "InstallNotifyShown"=dword:00000001 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows 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(PBlee on Jun 4, 2006 2:07 AM) interesting little piece of software from M$ A WGA Diagnostic tool http://www.google.com/url?sa=D&q=http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/%3Flinkid%3D52012

(SumGuy on Jun 4, 2006 3:18 AM) Hey, i've read everything but don't know how to get it to work. Can someone who has gotten it to work and knows how to do it please add me to MSN. SumGuyIs_@hotmail.com Thanks.

(TonyMontana on Jun 4, 2006 3:18 AM) Thanx to everyone for comments possible fixes/links...but is that rapidshare rar file damaged? says corrupt header:o

(TonyMontana on Jun 4, 2006 6:05 AM) It was my damaged archiver. New crack & reg file works! Ty Anti; PB!

(paulo on Jun 7, 2006 7:26 AM) nao tenho comentarios

(Anthony on Jun 7, 2006 8:43 AM) Can some post links to the new 1.5.532.0 file...cause all the links on here dont work

(jimbo on Jun 7, 2006 2:51 PM) New problem with genuine validation. Now they have blocked my internet access. Both wired and wireless will not aquire an IP address. I have found a fix for the "counterfeit copy" message but no internet access. Anyone know how to fix this one??

(Anthony on Jun 7, 2006 3:06 PM) Can some post links to the new 1.5.532.0 file...cause all the links on here dont work

(CarpeDiem on Jun 7, 2006 5:15 PM) Here I found a new path, it worked fine for me. good luck...... http://www.mydigitallife.info/2006/04/26/disable-and-remove-windows-genuine-advantage-notifications-nag-screen/ There are some links that doesnt work but try them all...

(CarpeDiem on Jun 7, 2006 5:38 PM) To be specific, click the link below, you can download it directly from here. http://rapidshare.de/.../noWGA.exe.html

(Jere on Jun 8, 2006 12:28 AM) Okay, to all the lamebrains who said, "Didn't work." A) Make sure you turned off your firewalls, anti-spyware gear, and script blockers (if you use Mozilla or Firefox or Opera and have a plugin for JS blocking), then make sure you are actually plugging the code into the "address bar" in Internet Explorer. I suggest IE, but it probably should work with any browser, and because this next shep will ensure success. A lot of "lamebrains" put the "crack" into search fields, rather than "address bars". I know, because I do computer tech support, and people always say, 'I typed in www.wherever.org! Now, do I click on the first or second result?' Click File>Open or 'Alt+F' then 'O'. NOW, type the text into that field. Afterwards, close all the browsers, and restart your computer in the proper way. It should work out. Also, you should probably have JS (Java Script) turned on. Check your services and check your advanced Internet options, as well, found in Internet Explorer: Tools>Internet Options>Advvanced or 'Alt+T' then 'O'. Good luck. Peace.

(Johnny on Jun 8, 2006 8:02 AM) Hello, Does anyone have a solution for installation of defender ?

(Asw on Jun 8, 2006 6:17 PM) Hey, you all want try this to disable the nag WGA: boot the XP disk and go into repair mode with the command promt: you have to login with administrator rights. type in: delete c:\windows\system32\wgatray.exe delete c:\windows\system32\wgalogon.dll exit now no more crap! only thing, I've tried to update, but get the dreaded "Genuine Windows Validation" screen. But at leat no more naggin spyware sh!t from M$

(Nicothyrael on Jun 8, 2006 11:32 PM) @Gustavowar are you hacking for Edu???? ..... Nico (yes, that one)

(Ahmad on Jun 10, 2006 10:05 AM) Thank you . it's work good for me . thank you very much

(so1_4 on Jun 10, 2006 2:31 PM) New 1.5.532.2 file is released older 1.5.532.0 will work for that?? Pls Help me Can some post links 4 that?

(Hello on Jun 11, 2006 12:31 AM) Microsoft has gradually expanded the piracy check and is now withholding downloads for users of some international versions of Windows XP. There was a question from some1 who had a Swedish copy of windows so this may be the reason why you dont see any legitcheckcontrol.dll or it may be that you have not tried to update and gotten the .dll installed yet...

(here's another way around it on Jun 11, 2006 8:03 PM) http://www.redlightfusion.com/dreamhostphp/viewtopic.php?t=6

(jayme on Jun 12, 2006 5:15 AM) the last one works well. thanks :)

(So1_4 on Jun 12, 2006 11:55 AM) version 1.5.532.0 is released, any updated crack for it? or is the current 1.5.532.0 good enough? Pls. Help me!!

(krazjoe on Jun 12, 2006 11:18 PM) OK..... i just started reading this site!!.... wooow... where do i start.. looks like Microsoft has fixed the all the hacking up to now... how do I get passed that genuine crap to download the good shit???.... where do i start?

(HHH on Jun 14, 2006 5:32 PM) It does not work if you have solution please forward it

(ZeroCool on Jun 16, 2006 10:10 AM) look like hackers have been defeated by Bill :P and his security

(Nightman on Jun 16, 2006 10:40 AM) I don't know what all of you are talking about....If you all take your time and do it right it works....period

(Ramyras on Jun 16, 2006 4:02 PM) Hi! just download new LegitCheckControl.dll from http://rapidshare.de/files/21835309/LegitCheckControl.dll.html have a nice day P.S. I don't know how it working with IE 7 But with IE 6 it working perfect

(Prasad on Jun 17, 2006 2:57 AM) OK PEOPLE HERE U GO TRIED AND TESTED.THE REASON THIS IS BEING TYPED IN BOLD IS COZ THIS WORKS 100% U BET...ALL CREDIT GOES 2 RAMYRAS AND TOM...OK I'LL EXPLAIN IT 2 U PEOPLE IN DETAIL...I TOO WAS A VICTIM OF USING THE PIRATED KEY AND GOT THE MSG THAT I WAS USING THE PIRATED VERSION OF WINDOWZ XP PRO...GOT THAT REMINDER ON LOGON AND ALSO ON THE SYSTEM TRAY..BUT THE GUYS OUT HERE...WELL THE'VE CLEARED UP ALL THE CONFUSION THAT MOST OF US HAD FOR THE WINDOWS GENUINE ADVANTAGE TOOL... WELL THESE R THOSE SIMPLE STEPS : To remove tray icon and notifyer picture and 5 sec window on logon I did it: Delete files wgatray.exe form C:\WINDOWS\system32 \(U WONT B ABLE TO DELETE AND WOULD GET A MSG THAT THE FILE IS IN USE TRY RENAMING THE FILE AND CUT-PASTING IT IN THE OTHER DRIVE NOT IN THE WINDOWS DRIVE) and from C:\WINDOWS\SoftwareDistribution \Download\ cb2769f3b1daf367a31ed046299a3790\ (last folder not the same) delete WGATRAY.EXE-0ED38BED.pf file from C:\WINDOWS\Prefetch\ Remove from regitry: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\ Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Winlogon\Notify\WgaLogon and wgatray from HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Search Assistant\ACMru\5603\(IF U GET A FOLDER CALLED AS 5604 RENAME IT TO 5603) THATS IT....U FROM NOW ON WONT FIND THAT MESSAGE OF USING A PIRATED COPY OF WINDOWS AND WILL RECEIVE ALL THE UPDATES FROM MICROSOFT... ALL THE BEST !

(mo on Jun 18, 2006 9:04 AM) hey i have done as above rid of all anoying messages but when i went to windows update it still says i need to validate my account can any one help

(TheLosingBattle on Jun 18, 2006 3:29 PM) Everything I have seen is for service pack 2. I only have a store bought copy of sp1 pro full. Has anyone figured out how to get that to work yet ? Key ending in P4Y3D

(ankush on Jun 19, 2006 3:43 PM) All thsi is too much for me!!! Can somebody please tell me the easiest way of downloading media player 11 on my computer..... I dont have a genuine windows xp & gets an annoying popup evrytime I try to download internet explorer 7 or media player 11 Please help me!!!

(xer0 on Jun 22, 2006 7:03 AM) wmp 11 = torrentspy.com/Windows_media_player_11_cracked ie7 = torrentspy.com/IE7BETA2NOGENUINECHECk enjoy! :P

(JOhnny on Jun 22, 2006 5:25 PM) forums.rfuz.com go there... the answer is there

(will_uk01 on Jun 24, 2006 11:54 AM) i have just tried to paste the crack into microsofts download page for ie7 beta and believe it or not it has worked they recognised my system as a genuine copy

(Ghost168 on Jun 26, 2006 4:19 AM) http://ghost168.bravehost.com/WgaPatch905474.zip

(MP100 on Jun 27, 2006 1:24 PM) http://ghost168.bravehost.com/WgaPatch905474.zip does this work? anyone knows.

(noname on Jun 27, 2006 6:19 PM) yes, work good

(Ghost168 on Jun 28, 2006 3:06 AM) Error: Daily Bandwidth Allocation Exceeded Now temporary: -------------- WgaPatch905470 (LegitCheck 1.5.540.0) http://temporarydir.uwnet.nl/software/WgaPatch905474.zip

(Billy on Jun 28, 2006 7:29 AM) http://ghost168.bravehost.com/WgaPatch905474.zip worked beautifully so far. Huge thanks to the champion who made it and Ghost168 for the link!

(Billy on Jun 28, 2006 7:30 AM) http://ghost168.bravehost.com/WgaPatch905474.zip worked beautifully so far. Huge thanks to the champion who made it and Ghost168 for the link!

(wotdafuk on Jun 28, 2006 6:07 PM) Hey, anyone know what's different in 532? I'm still using 530 and it still seems to work, well I've just used win update.

(aceedburn on Jun 29, 2006 8:03 AM) many thanx to ghost168...works great....so far!

(uman_c on Jun 30, 2006 11:41 PM) Good work Ghost, many thk....

(Balinskio on Jul 1, 2006 12:35 AM) Hey SilverBullet... your .BAT file worked wonders. Thanks for the help.

(Ghost168 on Jul 5, 2006 8:10 AM) Rebuild IE7beta3 install with fixed iecustom.dll (WGA PATCH included) Search P2P: IE7beta3 - build 7.0.5450.4 - validated - (ghost168 wga patch) or temporary: http://temporarydir.uwnet.nl/software/IE7beta3.zip Ghost168

(Ceesie on Jul 5, 2006 12:13 PM) Heey, I have installed xp again on my pc and now i cann't download any update of the microsoftsite. There is a new validation process i think. Is there anyone that know a new trick to disable wga? Greets Cees

(Nightman on Jul 5, 2006 1:10 PM) Thanks all, Just wanted to say many thanks for everyone working together to defeat this WGA crap...as for the last post....I don't think there is a new one cause the one from Ghost168 works......

(Ghost168 on Jul 5, 2006 2:23 PM) WGA crack related: Internet Explorer 7 beta 3 incl.toolbars etc. Search P2P for: IE7beta3 - build 7.0.5450.4 - validated - (ghost168 wga patch) Or download temporary: http://temporarydir.uwnet.nl/software/IE7beta3.zip Ghost168

(Muhammad OMar on Jul 5, 2006 2:49 PM) Media Player 11 Beta Still asking for validation Key how do i install it without asking of validation key .....

(Muhammad OMar on Jul 5, 2006 2:50 PM) Media Player 11 Beta Still asking for validation Key how do i install it without asking of validation key .....

(Ghost168 on Jul 7, 2006 3:33 AM) English ---------- Windows Media Player 11 (engl.) - VALIDATED - WGA Patched by Ghost168 ---------------------------------------------- Search P2P for: Windows Media Player 11 - wmp11-windowsxp-x86-enu (ghost168 Wga Patch) Watch the (english) part after x86 It's the english xp mp11 version or download temporary: http://temporarydir.uwnet.nl/software/wmp11enu-download.zip Internet Explorer 7 beta3 - incl.adress&toolbars - WGA Patched by Ghost168 ---------------------------------- Search P2P for: IE7beta3 - build 7.0.5450.4 - validated - (ghost168 wga patch) or download temporary: http://temporarydir.uwnet.nl/software/IE7beta3.zip grtz, Ghost168

(Hojou on Jul 9, 2006 5:10 AM) Works! Thanks! http://temporarydir.uwnet.nl/software/WgaPatch905474.zip

(Devil Jyn on Jul 10, 2006 12:19 AM) Hi, I tried to install media player 11 and get the info of the wga and that stuff, I already solved that problem using winrar to unrar the content of the .exe and replacing the legitblahblah.dll with the cracked one. Ok, great, all cracked but another message appear, the one that I need SP2, great, I downloaded from windows update and when I try to install it, it came up a message saying that my serial key is (of course) not legal. My question is if theres some kind of bypass like the one I did with the media player 11. Thx and be mercy with my english Ps: I can´t get rid off the crcss.exe either :S

(Generation_X on Jul 12, 2006 3:25 AM) hi there.. i think, i already updated my OS,,but my problem is,,,a "STAR" appears on my toolbar, and it says,,,you may be a victim of software counterfeiting...i want to remove that "STAR" icon from microsoft..i always receive a message from that "STAR"...can anyone help me with my problem...thnks in advance....

(VoIP call on Jul 12, 2006 9:14 AM) just format your hard drive and reload the OS. Star will be removed. And this is going to work surely.

(Off Line on Jul 12, 2006 4:06 PM) What happens if someone try to install IE7 not connected to the internet, but using previously downloaded setup? Fails?

(Ghost168 on Jul 16, 2006 5:29 PM) The WGA patched Media Player 11 ( incl. tabs & tools ) Fast download: yousendit.com patch The link is just Valid for 7 day's 2nd choice (slow) link: http://temporarydir.uwnet.nl/software/IE7beta3.zip Ghost168

(kulitkulit on Jul 18, 2006 4:57 PM) i used this .exe file for removing all of the wga files etc etc.... hope this will work for you guys as it did for me, its better than clicking around and deleting / renaming files which is so tedious compared to double clicking the .exe and restarting your pc..... well here's the link.... http://www.firewallleaktester.com/tools/RemoveWGA.exe

(kulitkulit on Jul 18, 2006 4:58 PM) i used this .exe file for removing all of the wga files etc etc.... hope this will work for you guys as it did for me, its better than clicking around and deleting / renaming files which is so tedious compared to double clicking the .exe and restarting your pc..... well here's the link.... http://www.firewallleaktester.com/tools/RemoveWGA.exe

(Microsoft on Jul 20, 2006 5:33 AM) http://www.firewallleaktester.com/tools/RemoveWGA.exe this link does not work

(Dan on Jul 23, 2006 1:13 PM) I just did that WgaPatch905474.(1.5.540.0) and it worked A+!!! thanks a lot

(TM on Jul 26, 2006 10:35 AM) Just reformatted and reinstalled winxp but cant get thru Genuine Windows Validation to get SP1 and SP2. Any tips?

(colzie on Jul 29, 2006 9:29 AM) Hi I have installed ghosts patch yet when I go to the microsoft update site I still get this copy of windows is not genuine message??What am I doing wrong guys? Colzie

(Matt on Jul 30, 2006 2:15 AM) Hey if you are using a Pirated Windows PC get the WGA Patcher to get Genuine Products: go to: http://keznews.net/forum/forum.php then clcik on Windows XP, Windows 2003! There also Vista betas, IE7 beta 3/WMP11 genuine cracks, ways to remove the WGA Notifaction and more! on KEZNEWS!

(Rtid on Aug 5, 2006 8:42 AM) i stil get You may be a victim of software counterfeiting. The Windows product key installed on this computer is not genuine. how can i remove this?

(Wolf on Aug 5, 2006 5:25 PM) Is there a WGA patched "Windows Defender(Beta 2)" somewhere i can find?

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