Microsoft office works is locked

[sara]

Whenever I try to open my document a window that asks for a product key opens
up. I did not purchase this product it came with my computer. Before I could
just close the window and carry on with Microsoft Word without any problem.
But I just tried to run Microsoft Word and it's locking me out saying 'This
modification is not allowed because the selection is locked' Is this because
of me not having a product code? If so, why does it matter all of the sudden
if I have one or not? Should I look on my computer box for a code for it? I
also tried opening a new document and it says the same message when I try to
type. Please help!

 

[Mary Sauer]

Most times when a vendor installs Works they also send the disk. If you don't
have the disk, get in touch with your computer vendor and ask for the product
key.

 

[JoAnn Paules]

Nowadays it'r rare that the computer manufacturer includes any CDs, much
less application software. Somewhere in your packaging is the product key
label. Call the manuafacturer and ask them where you should look for it.

(You are allowed to start Word a certain number of times before activating
the program with the key.)

 

[Carey Frisch [MVP]]

Computer manufacturers often install a trial version of Microsoft Office. If you are getting a prompt to type in a Product Key when
opening a Microsoft Office program, it is likely the trial period is over and you'll need to purchase a license (product key) for
Microsoft Office.

The product key affixed to your computer is for Windows Vista (the operating system) and not for Microsoft Office. Please review
the following:

How to determine whether you have a trial edition of a 2007 Office suite or program installed:
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/927920/en-us

How to convert a trial version of a 2007 Office suite or program to a full retail perpetual license version:
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/927756/en-us

How to buy the 2007 Microsoft Office suites:
http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/suites/FX101678741033.aspx?ofcresset=1

--
Carey Frisch
Microsoft MVP
Windows Desktop Experience -
Windows Vista Enthusiast

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Whenever I try to open my document a window that asks for a product key opens
up. I did not purchase this product it came with my computer. Before I could
just close the window and carry on with Microsoft Word without any problem.
But I just tried to run Microsoft Word and it's locking me out saying 'This
modification is not allowed because the selection is locked' Is this because
of me not having a product code? If so, why does it matter all of the sudden
if I have one or not? Should I look on my computer box for a code for it? I
also tried opening a new document and it says the same message when I try to
type. Please help!

 

[Mary Sauer]

I have yet to buy a computer that the vender did not include the disks. Maybe
the disks have to be requested.

--
Mary Sauer MSFT MVP
http://office.microsoft.com/

Nowadays it'r rare that the computer manufacturer includes any CDs, much less
application software. Somewhere in your packaging is the product key label.
Call the manuafacturer and ask them where you should look for it.

(You are allowed to start Word a certain number of times before activating the
program with the key.)

--

JoAnn Paules
MVP Microsoft [Publisher]
Tech Editor for "Microsoft Publisher 2007 For Dummies"

Whenever I try to open my document a window that asks for a product key opens
up. I did not purchase this product it came with my computer. Before I could
just close the window and carry on with Microsoft Word without any problem.
But I just tried to run Microsoft Word and it's locking me out saying 'This
modification is not allowed because the selection is locked' Is this because
of me not having a product code? If so, why does it matter all of the sudden
if I have one or not? Should I look on my computer box for a code for it? I
also tried opening a new document and it says the same message when I try to
type. Please help!

 

[JoAnn Paules]

Could be - the last three computers we bought (all last year) came without
disks of any sort.

--

JoAnn Paules
MVP Microsoft [Publisher]
Tech Editor for "Microsoft Publisher 2007 For Dummies"

I have yet to buy a computer that the vender did not include the disks.
Maybe the disks have to be requested.

--
Mary Sauer MSFT MVP
http://office.microsoft.com/
http://msauer.mvps.org/
news://msnews.microsoft.com

Nowadays it'r rare that the computer manufacturer includes any CDs, much
less application software. Somewhere in your packaging is the product key
label. Call the manuafacturer and ask them where you should look for it.

(You are allowed to start Word a certain number of times before
activating the program with the key.)

--

JoAnn Paules
MVP Microsoft [Publisher]
Tech Editor for "Microsoft Publisher 2007 For Dummies"

Whenever I try to open my document a window that asks for a product key
opens
up. I did not purchase this product it came with my computer. Before I
could
just close the window and carry on with Microsoft Word without any
problem.
But I just tried to run Microsoft Word and it's locking me out saying
'This
modification is not allowed because the selection is locked' Is this
because
of me not having a product code? If so, why does it matter all of the
sudden
if I have one or not? Should I look on my computer box for a code for
it? I
also tried opening a new document and it says the same message when I
try to
type. Please help!

 

[Earle Horton]

Please note subject says "Microsoft -Office Works- is locked". I assume
Sara has Office OR Works, perhaps not sure of which. Do they include Word
as part of Works now? My Dell came with Works 8.5, media included, proof of
ownership and "Tracking ID" on the CD sleeve. I have never run it, choosing
to install a retail version of Office instead, but the information on the
Works software sleeve would surely be needed to reinstall it if I ever did
that. Many people discard software sleeves, shrink wrap or other pieces
with vital Product ID stickers on them.

Cheers,

Earle