Restart Windows 10 following hardware modifications

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teatreep
Member

08-28-2016, 08:43 PM

I just upgraded my system and have been getting a notification about Windows activation. The troubleshooter can't solve the problem, and the error code is 0xC004F211. After changing hardware, some people suggest reactivating via their Windows account, but that didn’t help. It still prompts me to purchase a product key for $200, which isn’t possible since I already spent over $1,000 on upgrades and have a valid license. I originally got Windows 10 for free during its launch as a Microsoft promotion, so I don’t have an original key to use. Do you think there’s any way to get Windows activated without paying that high price? I’d rather ignore the warning than spend that amount.

teatreep

08-28-2016, 08:43 PM #1

KrazyDimi
Member

143

09-01-2016, 10:00 AM

honestly, the message wont do you much. really cant say how you can get a code at this point

KrazyDimi

09-01-2016, 10:00 AM #2

honestly, the message wont do you much. really cant say how you can get a code at this point

kijuhy123
Junior Member

09-01-2016, 04:19 PM

Windows is typically tied to your motherboard. It’s likely you successfully connected your Windows 10 license to your account, but now you may need a new one. Some websites offer inexpensive keys, like https://www.reddit.com/r/microsoftsoftwareswap.

kijuhy123

09-01-2016, 04:19 PM #3

Eduardo_GameOn
Posting Freak

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09-01-2016, 11:06 PM

Called support to clarify the issue, they helped get your Windows back up without any issues.

Eduardo_GameOn

09-01-2016, 11:06 PM #4

Called support to clarify the issue, they helped get your Windows back up without any issues.

august1005
Member

09-03-2016, 07:59 AM

I just had to make this change. I replaced my 1070 SC Black with the full-fat GTX 1070 SC non-Black, and Windows said "oh-no, you didn't."

august1005

09-03-2016, 07:59 AM #5

I just had to make this change. I replaced my 1070 SC Black with the full-fat GTX 1070 SC non-Black, and Windows said "oh-no, you didn't."

IAmLiam
Member

193

09-03-2016, 03:41 PM

In the worst case, it’s almost invisible. Even during gameplay. I only catch it when I glance at a UI section that’s hidden in a corner, but even then it doesn’t stand out because it’s subtle enough.

IAmLiam

09-03-2016, 03:41 PM #6

peppamax
Junior Member

09-04-2016, 09:14 AM

I didn't make any changes. The SSD and HDD used for storage remained the same throughout the process.

peppamax

09-04-2016, 09:14 AM #7

I didn't make any changes. The SSD and HDD used for storage remained the same throughout the process.

Ks34_MisteR
Member

245

09-12-2016, 05:32 AM

Ensure your key is linked to your MS account for activation. If unavailable, the Win8 key may work again. Should both options fail, reach out to their support team.

Ks34_MisteR

09-12-2016, 05:32 AM #8

Ensure your key is linked to your MS account for activation. If unavailable, the Win8 key may work again. Should both options fail, reach out to their support team.

Riven109
Member

230

09-16-2016, 10:19 PM

If your Windows 8 was an OEM model, the Windows 10 upgrade would be treated as an OEM by Microsoft, meaning a fresh license is needed. You might attempt to contact them, clarify your situation, and check if they can adjust the product key for you.

Riven109

09-16-2016, 10:19 PM #9

AlexFlash98
Junior Member

09-18-2016, 07:34 AM

#10

The free upgrade cannot be passed along. It applied to the original hardware setup you enabled the upgrade on. Other options exist for obtaining a Windows license at a lower cost.

AlexFlash98

09-18-2016, 07:34 AM #10

The free upgrade cannot be passed along. It applied to the original hardware setup you enabled the upgrade on. Other options exist for obtaining a Windows license at a lower cost.

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