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I just loaded up Parallels 3.0 in response to a review I saw in Macworld. What sparked my interest was a blurb about how you don't have to have a second installation of Windows because Parallels can use the Boot Camp install to run as a VM. Well, here's the dilemma. The installation ID for the Parallels version of Windows is different from the one that I have activated through Boot Camp. Consequently, if I start Windows in Parallels, I keep getting a notice that I need to activate Windows within 3 days. This is the same for my anti-virus software that I have running with Windows. Is there any way around this or do I need to purchase another activation key for the Parallels version of Windows? The unlock key that I have can't be used anymore (too many Windows installs) so Microsoft says I need to buy a new activation key. All the programs and files are the same between the installs, but the computer is seeing them as two different installation IDs.
Please tell me there's a way I can avoid giving Microsoft anymore of my money!!
Please tell me there's a way I can avoid giving Microsoft anymore of my money!!