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Microsoft 365 and Office | Install, redeem, activate | For home | Windows
Processes in Microsoft 365 for setting up Office apps, redeeming product keys, and activating licenses.
Exactly which Office 2013(?) did you buy: Office 2013 1-computer local install or Office 365 5-computer install?
The activation system is a big black hole. There is not a lot of "official" information about it, and a lot of speculation and best guesses.
In theory you should be able to transfer you 2013 to a new computer. In practice it may not be that easy. MS has divided the globe up into sales regions. Part of the reason is US trade regulations. MS cannot sell "full" encryption to "unfriendly" countries. It is pretty safe the UK is considered "friendly" and Columbia is not ...
The activation system recognizes (well it's supposed to) your general geographic location so you would probably have issues trying to activate a UK package in Columbia
At the very least you will probably have to download a Columbia version of the installer. You many have to get MS to replace your Product Key with one that will work there too.
The get the best information you should contact the MS activation center.
MS Product Activation Center FAQ
https://www.microsoft.com/norge/piracy/activation_faq.mspx
http://www.microsoft.com/piracy/mpa.aspx
If you have the option, I find the online chat less frustrating than phone support. Plus you get a transcript of the conversation, for when you get forwarded to someone 'better'.
If you do phone in, don't reply to the initial phone system prompts, wait a while until you are offered the option of talking to a live "service" rep. Explain the problem to them. The first level person is not likely to have a good answer. Ask to be transferred to a supervisor.
Resources to help you activate a license in Microsoft Office 2002-2007 programs
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/828958
General info about Activate 365 Home Premium / 2013 local install / Volume Licenses
http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/support/activate-office-2013-programs-HA102819770.aspx
https://officesetup.getmicrosoftkey.com/?origin=HA103858759 - 365 Home user activation page
Lots of Good detailed info about 2010 Activation
http://forums.mydigitallife.info/threads/21062-New-Office-2010-Repository
Description of Microsoft Product Activation
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/293151 Office 2002-2007
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/302806/ OFFICE 2002-2007, WIN XP-VISTA
MS Product Activation FAQ
http://support.microsoft.com/contactus/cu\_sc\_prodact\_master
**What is Microsoft Product Activation (MPA)?******Learn how product activation works and which Microsoft products include MPA.
**Contact a Microsoft Product Activation Center******Use this article to learn how to obtain the appropriate telephone number by running the Product Activation Wizard.
**Understanding Microsoft Product Activation******Learn how product activation works and when to activate a product. (Win Vista, Win XP, Office 2007, 2003, 2002)
**Learn how to identify, locate, or replace a Product Key******Help with finding or replacing your Product Key required for Product Activation.
**Learn how to change or update your Product Key******Steps to help you use the Change Product Key feature.
**Locate your Product Key sticker and learn its importance.******See examples of Certificate of Authority (COA) labels.
**What is the difference between Product Activation and Product Registration?******You must activate your Microsoft product but you are not required to register your product, learn more about the differences.
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This info is about Windows, but it generally should apply to Windows too:
Geographically Restricted Microsoft Software
http://www.microsoft.com/en-gb/howtotell/geoinfo.aspx
Microsoft offers additional versions of Windows and Office to meet regional requirements. These versions are restricted for sale, activation, and use only in the geographical locations for which they were intended. These restrictions are clearly indicated on the product packaging as shown on this page. Learn how to identify specific anti-counterfeiting features of genuine Microsoft media and packaging.
Having difficulty activating geographically restricted Windows and/or Office online?
Find instructions for offline activation for different versions of Windows and Office in the Microsoft Help and Support Center article (KB 950929). If you don’t see the product you are looking for, select “Click here to view or hide detailed information” in Step 1 of the “More Information” section.
Win8 Not Available for Download or Purchase in Your Country or Region / "US Trade Restrictions"
http://www.askvg.com/fix-windows-8-not-available-for-download-or-purchase-in-your-country-or-region/
Check out following steps to fix the problem:
- Windows 8 upgrade offer is available in selected countries and regions by Microsoft, so first make sure your country or region is available for the upgrade offer by visiting following official terms and conditions page given at Microsoft website: **Terms and conditions for Windows 8 Pro online upgrade**
- If your country or region is present in the given list but you are still receiving the error message, following trick will help you in removing the error message:
2.a. First close upgrade assistant if it is running and then go to the folder which contains upgrade assistant's EXE file.
2.b. Now right-click on EXE file and select Properties.
2.c. Go to Compatibility tab and enable "Run this program in compatibility mode for" option. Select "Windows XP (Service Pack 3)" from the drop-down box.
2.d. Apply the changes and run upgrade assistant again.
Now you'll no longer receive the error message and you'll be able to purchase or download Windows 8 from Microsoft. Checked and confirmed...