http://www.escapistmagazine.com/news...stration-Codes

If you've received your pre-ordered copy of The Old Republic, make sure the box contains your registration code. Several copies were shipped without it.

Star Wars: The Old Republic is set to launch tomorrow, after years of hype and anticipation. A lot of people pre-ordered the game from online retailers, many of whom shipped out the game early so folks would have the game available to play as soon as possible. Unfortunately, it turns out that a lot of the games were apparently shipped out without the registration code in the box, which means that they're unplayable until the situation is rectified.

The Star Wars: The Old Republic forums are jammed with users complaining that they bought the collector's edition of the MMO, only to find the registration cards inside the DVD case have no visible numbers. Also, it's being reported that some copies of the title don't even have game discs. If you don't have a registration number, you only have a two-day grace period before you'll be unable to play the game.
feel bad for all the people who waited in line for this game only to be let down. plus they got the collector's edition which is more expensive.