Registering Windows with no Internet Connection

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@jillsy wrote:

I purchased a Dell Dimension E310 Series PC for my aunt and uncle.  They (mostly my uncle) are being stubborn about getting online so the computer won't have internet access until I can convince them to sign with an ISP.  I recall that PCs used to give the option to dial a toll-free number via the modem in order to register the computer/Windows.  I don't recall from the last time I set up a new PC whether this option still exists.  Does anyone know?

 

Thanks.

There is a difference between ACTIVATION and REGISTRATION.  The prior answer is correct for activation of Windows XP.  Nothing else is needed.  Dell knows they have a computer (assuming you had them buy it or you transferred the warranty to them).  Registration with Microsoft has no purpose.