Final Cut Pro 3-Mac Pro 3.2 Xeon

I'm trying to install my copy of FCP 3 onto my Mac Pro 3.2, and every time I try to launch it gives me the error "Final Cut Pro" requires a System ID file which is missing or Invalid. Please reinstall using the original CD that was used to install Final Cut Pro." I have done this several times, and re-booted, and the same error comes up. I want to but the upgrade to FCP STudio 2, but I want to find out what is happening with this first. Thanks.
Brad

Thank you very much Jim. I suspected that was the case. I assume there is no problem buying the upgrade version ($699) as opposed to the full version ($1299). I have never launched FCP 3 on this machine, so I have never been able to enter the Serial Number. Just wanted to make sure before I spent the money. Again, thanks.

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