When should I enter my retail key?

I've been playing on the preorder key and have bought the game, but when will I be asked to enter it? Also, do I need to install the game again or can I just enter in the key and keep playing? Thanks.

enter the key at the screen after you login before you play
hit the edit account key and then enter the retail key and keep going

This was brought to my attention by a freiend of mine, Vampyre from these forums. He asked me "when do I put in the retail key" (because he re-installed from the disks) and I told you don't on install, only on your Manage Keys. But, he said he could play without putting it in.

So, even now, as of 11:42am EST you don't need a retail key. I tried it, have it installed here at work *inno* and it worked, logged in, and viola, there I was, in game.

Wonder if it is a bug, or if they extended the pre-play times?

PS, oh, and as far as I could tell, you do not need to re-install from the disks, but I'm sure this has been discussed before.

Mok

It happened to me as well...I could still play even without installing the new key.
Anyone know what the second install cd is for ? when I load it it just sits there..when I explore it, there is no setup like on the first disc.
Dr Wu

I assume they extended early access because a lot of people haven't received their copy yet. I got my copy waiting to be used, I figure when they want me to input it they'll ask for it. Also I wouldn't bother reinstalling... if it ain't broke, don't fix it.