How to get my Windows 10 Key.
How to get my Windows 10 Key.
Have your key saved for future use on both your laptop and desktop, especially if you plan to reinstall via the bootable drive you made during the Windows 10 upgrade and downloads. You also want the key for a clean slate—perfect for formatting an old hard drive that needs a fresh start. It’s like giving it a spa day for its storage!
Download the Magical Jelly Bean KeyFinder. Previously, you located your Windows 10 product key after a clean installation. https://www.magicaljellybean.com/keyfinder/
No key required for a fresh setup. The system will start your Windows version automatically because it’s linked to your device.
It seems you're experiencing an issue where installing from a boot drive requires a key, but your friend encountered problems because they didn't have the correct one. He had a valid Windows copy and got confused. I had to provide him with my 8.1 boot drive containing the key for the upgrade.
He attempted it, but it didn’t function properly. I only needed the key for convenience, and having it would have simplified the process.