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Sneakyginger8
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05-07-2016, 01:37 PM
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I'm working on upgrading my PC. After installing a new motherboard, I encountered a corrupted boot partition on my Windows drive. Even after using the repair tools, nothing worked. I tried installing Windows 10 on a new M.2 drive, but the latest version I have is 8.1. When I start it, it says it can't connect to Ethernet because a network adapter is missing. The problem is that all the motherboard drivers are for Windows 10/11. To move up to Windows 10, I need to activate the product online. Shouldn't I use the drivers from my old C drive instead? Well, the SATA drivers aren't updated either, so my old drives only appear in the BIOS. Right now I'm stuck. Any advice on fixing this?
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Sneakyginger8
05-07-2016, 01:37 PM #1

I'm working on upgrading my PC. After installing a new motherboard, I encountered a corrupted boot partition on my Windows drive. Even after using the repair tools, nothing worked. I tried installing Windows 10 on a new M.2 drive, but the latest version I have is 8.1. When I start it, it says it can't connect to Ethernet because a network adapter is missing. The problem is that all the motherboard drivers are for Windows 10/11. To move up to Windows 10, I need to activate the product online. Shouldn't I use the drivers from my old C drive instead? Well, the SATA drivers aren't updated either, so my old drives only appear in the BIOS. Right now I'm stuck. Any advice on fixing this?

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Coby1
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05-07-2016, 09:18 PM
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Have you attempted to install the drivers for W10/11? They might work without issues.
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05-07-2016, 09:18 PM #2

Have you attempted to install the drivers for W10/11? They might work without issues.

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05-08-2016, 08:09 PM
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I saved the driver onto an external storage device from the motherboard site and attempted installation. The process failed, stating it wasn't compatible with this Windows version.
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05-08-2016, 08:09 PM #3

I saved the driver onto an external storage device from the motherboard site and attempted installation. The process failed, stating it wasn't compatible with this Windows version.

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OKNK
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05-08-2016, 11:28 PM
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For Windows 8 (or even 7), it’s better to try another machine and get the ISO for Windows 10/11 with a clean setup. I’ve frequently used versions 7 and 8 keys to enable Windows 10, even switching to a 7 key for Windows 11 two months ago.
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OKNK
05-08-2016, 11:28 PM #4

For Windows 8 (or even 7), it’s better to try another machine and get the ISO for Windows 10/11 with a clean setup. I’ve frequently used versions 7 and 8 keys to enable Windows 10, even switching to a 7 key for Windows 11 two months ago.

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Aryanek
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05-11-2016, 06:45 AM
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I also tried that, but the key didn't work. I'll give it another attempt.
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Aryanek
05-11-2016, 06:45 AM #5

I also tried that, but the key didn't work. I'll give it another attempt.

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skydude45
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05-12-2016, 12:04 PM
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The issue is related to installation requirements. If you have a home key, ensure the home edition is installed.
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skydude45
05-12-2016, 12:04 PM #6

The issue is related to installation requirements. If you have a home key, ensure the home edition is installed.

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mjminer469
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05-19-2016, 05:10 AM
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The message warns that the provided product key isn't valid for your Windows 8.1 full version. It suggests checking the key or using another one.
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mjminer469
05-19-2016, 05:10 AM #7

The message warns that the provided product key isn't valid for your Windows 8.1 full version. It suggests checking the key or using another one.

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BunnyTeam1234
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05-19-2016, 05:33 AM
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Was this after the installation or while it was happening? Also, since you have a key, you can reach out to Microsoft—they’re typically very helpful with activation problems and even provided a new key before, which was easier since my version was already digitally activated but the hardware changed often.
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BunnyTeam1234
05-19-2016, 05:33 AM #8

Was this after the installation or while it was happening? Also, since you have a key, you can reach out to Microsoft—they’re typically very helpful with activation problems and even provided a new key before, which was easier since my version was already digitally activated but the hardware changed often.

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ChristarasXD
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05-19-2016, 07:35 AM
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Thanks for your guidance! After searching through my belongings, I discovered a vintage wireless adapter in a camera bag. Now I can reconnect online and switch to Windows 10, which worked for activating 8.1. Fingers crossed nothing else fails!
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ChristarasXD
05-19-2016, 07:35 AM #9

Thanks for your guidance! After searching through my belongings, I discovered a vintage wireless adapter in a camera bag. Now I can reconnect online and switch to Windows 10, which worked for activating 8.1. Fingers crossed nothing else fails!

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