Ensure you have the latest Windows 10 updates installed before starting the clean installation.
Ensure you have the latest Windows 10 updates installed before starting the clean installation.
You need the product key for Windows 10, not the W8.1 one. Check your purchase records or contact support for the correct key.
Download the ISO via the Windows Media Creation Tool at the provided link. Transfer it to a bootable USB drive. Perform a fresh installation, and Windows will activate automatically upon connecting to the internet. The product key is linked to your motherboard.
You can generate installation media for a fresh setup. During the upgrade process, choose to install immediately or create media for another computer. Pick the latter option, then use the generated media to install Windows 10 as usual and perform a clean installation. Additional details are available in online guides—just search for them.
You can obtain the Media creator and install a fresh copy of Windows 10 directly through it. However, if you prefer to get your activation key and start from the beginning, follow these steps: 1) Upgrade to Windows 10 2) Download "MagicalJellybean" 3) Launch "MagicalJellybean" to fetch your new Windows 10 key 4) Reinstall Windows using a USB drive or your preferred method (you’ll be prompted at launch to enter the key you received). REMEMBER: The key is linked to your motherboard and won’t work immediately on another system. (The support agent mentioned that reactivated keys can sometimes be used on different machines after a short period, but I’m not certain.) Good luck!