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Actvation of windows 11
I purchased a windows 11 computer from China in desember 2023. One month's ago I got a message that my computer was not activated. I have no means of contacting the manufacturer to get a new product key. What can I du? The computer works perfectly and…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Licensing and activation
asked 2026-05-06T11:13:08.0766667+00:00
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Svein Otto Børstad
0
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commented 2026-05-06T14:33:30.1233333+00:00
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Neil D
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Cannot activate Windows by any of the proposed solutions
Hello, one day my GIGABYTE BRIX computer wouldn't boot, so I had to replace the SSD and CMOS battery without preparing to replace the hardware. I installed Windows 11 Pro from USB recovery drive, created on the same computer, and expected that it will be…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Licensing and activation
4,721 questions
asked 2026-05-06T08:30:23.4+00:00
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Alexander Andreev
0
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answered 2026-05-06T09:05:47.0633333+00:00
DaveM121
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Can't activate Windows 11 installed by Parallels on my MacBook Pro
Recently moved from macBook Pro 13" to a new MacBook Pro 14" Today installed parallels, which did install windows 11 (as it was on previous MacBook), but the license wasn't recognized.
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Licensing and activation
4,721 questions
asked 2026-04-23T22:16:24.64+00:00
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Eduardo Viro
0
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commented 2026-05-05T10:26:07.6+00:00
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Carl-L
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I would like to request clarification regarding OEM licensing for Windows.
I have a device with an OEM product key embedded in the BIOS. When I check the key using system tools, it shows the product name as Windows 10 Pro. However, the system is currently running Windows 11 Pro and is successfully activated with a valid digital…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Licensing and activation
4,721 questions
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how to remove Windows activation by hwid, activated using the MS script
hello, I used Windows 11 pro activation through a third-party massgrave script, now I regret what I did. I want to remove the activation. And yes, it got attached to my hardware, updating the bios or reinstalling Windows even to another edition did not…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Licensing and activation
4,721 questions
asked 2026-01-24T18:57:03.3733333+00:00
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Kirill T
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answered 2026-05-05T05:10:29.04+00:00
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Ravindra Jamidar
0
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1 answer
Bought license in microsoft store app
Bought a license in the microsoft store app twice, never received a key for either purchase. I am completely unable to request a refund or contact anyone from any support team. I'd like what i paid for or my money back.
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Licensing and activation
4,721 questions
asked 2026-05-05T01:59:46.8833333+00:00
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Christian Kempfer
0
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commented 2026-05-05T03:04:59.12+00:00
EmilyS726
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Cant activate Windows 11 on my new PC
I keep getting "We can't reactivate Windows as our servers aren't available right now. Wait for a few minutes or try adding your Microsoft account again." when using the troubleshooter. I signed in the same account my digital license is linked…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Licensing and activation
4,721 questions
asked 2026-04-07T10:45:51.09+00:00
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Darryl Chin
20
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commented 2026-05-05T01:15:00.5166667+00:00
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Zakaria Donkoh
0
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This message appears how do I fix. I have an online subscription and want to know if there is a product key.
This message appears how do I fix. I have an online subscription and want to know if there is a product key.
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Licensing and activation
4,721 questions
asked 2026-05-04T21:51:16.8066667+00:00
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Jork Vongsouthi
20
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edited the question 2026-05-04T23:17:21.71+00:00
Stefan Blom
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Activation Windows 11 pro
Why does it say my Windows 11 pro is not active? How do I find out where my activation key is? I just bought this laptop about a month ago.
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Licensing and activation
4,721 questions
asked 2026-05-04T18:37:16.4566667+00:00
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Mandie Mooney
20
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accepted 2026-05-04T18:38:54.3433333+00:00
Mandie Mooney
20
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4 answers
Windows Activation issue
Where can I find support documentation for Windows activation issues
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Licensing and activation
4,721 questions
asked 2026-04-28T10:15:32.56+00:00
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Mick Carey
0
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commented 2026-05-04T10:17:08.6566667+00:00
Neil D
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2 answers
Windows activation issues after hardware changes
The original motherboard failed on my iBUYPOWER PC so, I had it replaced with a new motherboard and it activated just fine with no issues. About a month later, I opted to change my old HDD to SSD to make my PC faster but when I tried to activate it, it…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Licensing and activation
4,721 questions
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I bought a windows 11 activation key and never got the activation key in my email -- I want my activation key
I purchased a windows pro activation key. I never got an email for it and my windows 11 install is still not active. How can I get my activation key that I legally purchased?
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Licensing and activation
4,721 questions
asked 2026-05-02T18:03:44.5066667+00:00
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Adam Arakelian
0
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commented 2026-05-03T18:02:29.3666667+00:00
John Jefferson Doyon
67,940
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2 answers
i agreed to windows 11 and now it is requiring a product key
I agreed to the update to windows 11 and now it is requiring me to input a product key which i cannot find. What do i do??
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Licensing and activation
4,721 questions
asked 2025-11-16T03:36:09.8766667+00:00
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Evan
0
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commented 2026-05-03T15:03:51.4533333+00:00
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Opemipo Daramola Orederu
0
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3 answers
window 11 pro is not activated on my laptop
I am a PhD. student at Teesside and i just downloaded the windows 11 on my pc but i am unable to activate because i dont have the key. Please am i qualify for a free microsoft software
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Licensing and activation
4,721 questions
asked 2026-05-01T21:08:58.83+00:00
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SHOPADE, GIFT (Researcher)
0
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commented 2026-05-03T04:09:19.18+00:00
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Ivan B
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Independent Advisor
6 answers
Cannot activate Windows 11
Hi, I need help with Windows 11 Pro activation. I have a digital license that was working on my Gigabyte BRIX (i5-1135G7) until 3-4 days ago. My SSD failed and during troubleshooting the CMOS battery was also replaced. I installed Windows 11 Pro on a new…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Licensing and activation
4,721 questions
asked 2026-05-02T11:22:27.6333333+00:00
Alexander Andreev
0
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answered 2026-05-02T12:01:17.23+00:00
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Sumit D - IA
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i need a key for windows pleeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeease
i need a key for windows pleeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeease for windows 11 pro
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Licensing and activation
4,721 questions
asked 2026-05-02T05:23:46.0266667+00:00
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jose valfor
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answered 2026-05-02T05:57:00.7566667+00:00
DaveM121
872.9K
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Unable to activate Windows 11 Pro digital license after device change
Hello, I had a digital license for Windows 11 Pro on my previous device, linked to my Microsoft account (PII Removed ******@gmail.com). That device has been removed from my account. I upgraded my new laptop from Windows 11 Home to Pro using the generic…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Licensing and activation
4,721 questions
asked 2026-01-14T17:02:52.34+00:00
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Dejan Strbad
0
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edited a comment 2026-05-01T19:21:13.91+00:00
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antoine peterson
0
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4 answers
I can't activate windows after upgrading cpu and motherboard
I have tried the activation tool and troubleshooting tool in windows, it does not work, just say i cant activate windows. I tried calling, but the chat bot was not helpful at all
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Licensing and activation
4,721 questions
asked 2026-05-01T11:38:31.0533333+00:00
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Bjørn Sandø
0
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commented 2026-05-02T03:11:07.24+00:00
Gunasekar N
66,015
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Can't activate win11 after hardware change. Error code 0x803FA067
I have a proper windows product key. Bought Win7, got upgraded to 10/11 on old pc and ran for years no issue. Some days ago I upgraded my hardware, everything bar my GPU and case. New MB, CPU, RAM and System Disc. In prep I went into the registry and…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Licensing and activation
4,721 questions
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Request direct temporary link for Windows 11 25H2 Russian ISO (Russia)
Hello. I am from Russia, where direct downloads from Microsoft are blocked. I cannot download the official Windows 11 25H2 ISO (Russian language, 64-bit) via website or Media Creation Tool, even with VPN. Could you please provide a direct temporary…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Licensing and activation
4,721 questions
asked 2026-05-01T23:14:00.92+00:00
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VACHISLAW .SOL
0
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answered 2026-05-01T23:48:36.6633333+00:00
EmilyS726
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