Legacy versions often encountered specific verification hurdles:
Is this from an or a downloaded ISO file?
If all else fails and you legally own the game, you can bypass the original disc check.
If you're still facing issues with your CD key during installation:
Navigate to the following path depending on your system type:
Next, navigate to the InstallShield installation tracking key: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Uninstall\
Even with a valid CD key, you may encounter the occasional error. Here are some of the most frequent problems users face when using the InstallShield Wizard, along with proven fixes.
When prompted, enter your legitimate into the text fields. Ensure Caps Lock is on, as the validation script is case-sensitive.
The original retail setup launcher is a 32-bit application that often fails to communicate with 64-bit Windows directories ( SysWOW64 ).