No, you cannot use a Win 7 OEM key for Windows 10 installation. Each Windows version requires its own specific key.

F5F Stay Refreshed Software Operating Systems No, you cannot use a Win 7 OEM key for Windows 10 installation. Each Windows version requires its own specific key.

GlazedMC
Junior Member

03-16-2016, 06:14 PM

I'm creating a new setup for my dad and don’t have the funds to purchase a brand-new $100 Windows Key from Microsoft. Fortunately, I discovered a Windows 7 Home Premium OEM key. Can I replace it with another key or source from a third-party site? Also, what architecture should I choose since his key is a Windows 7 Home Premium?

GlazedMC

03-16-2016, 06:14 PM #1

Minigunner500
Member

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03-16-2016, 10:49 PM

You can indeed utilize a Windows 7 key to install Windows 10.

Minigunner500

03-16-2016, 10:49 PM #2

You can indeed utilize a Windows 7 key to install Windows 10.

Sonicide
Junior Member

03-22-2016, 10:40 AM

Choose Home Premium with either Windows 10 Home or Windows 10 Pro.

Sonicide

03-22-2016, 10:40 AM #3

Choose Home Premium with either Windows 10 Home or Windows 10 Pro.

cavegam
Junior Member

03-23-2016, 11:59 AM

You chose Home, but I’m uncertain about using the Win7 key. The official free transfer window has already closed, though Microsoft might permit transfers if you demonstrate assistive tech usage (like a magnifier or on-screen keyboard).

cavegam

03-23-2016, 11:59 AM #4

JopSter_
Member

03-26-2016, 12:58 AM

Thank you. The setup went smoothly and everything functions as expected. Appreciate it.

JopSter_

03-26-2016, 12:58 AM #5

Thank you. The setup went smoothly and everything functions as expected. Appreciate it.