I just got a recent upgrade.

RMUMAURICE777
Senior Member

375

09-15-2023, 02:29 PM

Recently I upgraded my gaming rig with a new motherboard, extra storage, a better case, a fresh power supply, and everything is working smoothly. But now Windows is shutting down automatically, and my product key isn’t valid anymore. Here are some tips to resolve the issue.

RMUMAURICE777

09-15-2023, 02:29 PM #1

Adabelle
Senior Member

724

09-15-2023, 09:08 PM

Purchase another key or switch to a different operating system such as Windows AME.

Adabelle

09-15-2023, 09:08 PM #2

Purchase another key or switch to a different operating system such as Windows AME.

Clark__M
Junior Member

09-30-2023, 04:19 PM

If activation fails, you’ll notice the message “get help with activation errors.” Look for a change hardware option to identify your OS—Home, Pro, or OEM—and then select the appropriate version.

Clark__M

09-30-2023, 04:19 PM #3

orangehf
Member

09-30-2023, 09:34 PM

I experienced this during a rebuild (similar to a Pro vs Home situation). I reinstalled the proper Windows version, and everything worked fine.

orangehf

09-30-2023, 09:34 PM #4

I experienced this during a rebuild (similar to a Pro vs Home situation). I reinstalled the proper Windows version, and everything worked fine.

ExtasyFox
Member

177

10-07-2023, 04:32 PM

I typically purchase a new key.

ExtasyFox

10-07-2023, 04:32 PM #5

I typically purchase a new key.

MJK2005
Junior Member

10-15-2023, 10:08 AM

Since it was the only choice available, I went for the pro, but I couldn't afford it.

MJK2005

10-15-2023, 10:08 AM #6

Since it was the only choice available, I went for the pro, but I couldn't afford it.

Lightmen9
Junior Member

10-16-2023, 05:09 AM

Try the home setup now.

Lightmen9

10-16-2023, 05:09 AM #7

Try the home setup now.

Aaronus2
Junior Member

10-16-2023, 05:24 AM

It's worth reaching out to Microsoft support; they might assist you, or you could consider purchasing an additional key.

Aaronus2

10-16-2023, 05:24 AM #8

It's worth reaching out to Microsoft support; they might assist you, or you could consider purchasing an additional key.