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Update your old activation code onto the new PC to complete the setup.

Update your old activation code onto the new PC to complete the setup.

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Jurd_man
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06-15-2025, 10:34 AM
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I turned off the keys on the previous computer and tested it on the new one, but it shows no valid license and I made sure both devices were Windows Pro keys. I’m puzzled as to why it isn’t functioning properly at the moment.
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Jurd_man
06-15-2025, 10:34 AM #1

I turned off the keys on the previous computer and tested it on the new one, but it shows no valid license and I made sure both devices were Windows Pro keys. I’m puzzled as to why it isn’t functioning properly at the moment.

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Bazooker
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06-28-2025, 10:53 PM
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Your language is a bit unclear. Did you take the key from your previous Windows PC? https://www.howtogeek.com/660517/how-to-...nd-prompt/ Are your new PCs using the same Windows 10 or 11 versions? For example, are they both Home editions? Or both Pro editions?
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Bazooker
06-28-2025, 10:53 PM #2

Your language is a bit unclear. Did you take the key from your previous Windows PC? https://www.howtogeek.com/660517/how-to-...nd-prompt/ Are your new PCs using the same Windows 10 or 11 versions? For example, are they both Home editions? Or both Pro editions?

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cor_bear
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07-04-2025, 09:11 AM
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we both picked the identical key. they’re both windows 10 pro machines.
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cor_bear
07-04-2025, 09:11 AM #3

we both picked the identical key. they’re both windows 10 pro machines.

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pixelpiksie
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07-04-2025, 10:26 AM
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I also referenced that tutorial and applied the command prompt to disable the keyboard on the older machine, which should now function properly, though it hasn't yet.
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pixelpiksie
07-04-2025, 10:26 AM #4

I also referenced that tutorial and applied the command prompt to disable the keyboard on the older machine, which should now function properly, though it hasn't yet.

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GhostGG
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07-04-2025, 06:52 PM
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The process involved canceling the previous Windows license and setting up a new one.
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GhostGG
07-04-2025, 06:52 PM #5

The process involved canceling the previous Windows license and setting up a new one.

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TheDoving
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07-04-2025, 09:15 PM
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It seems the important factor was OEM, which clarifies the situation
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TheDoving
07-04-2025, 09:15 PM #6

It seems the important factor was OEM, which clarifies the situation

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HDKILLA234
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07-05-2025, 05:47 AM
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I understand there are third-party tools that can help retrieve your Windows key. I won't share a link since these might be misused. If you already have the key, consider why it no longer works—updates or Microsoft deactivation could be reasons. It really depends on where you purchased it. From a reputable seller or Microsoft, you might get assistance or an exchange. Unethical sellers usually don’t offer post-purchase help.

EDIT: I previously used OEM keys and they often functioned well. Perhaps your situation is different.
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HDKILLA234
07-05-2025, 05:47 AM #7

I understand there are third-party tools that can help retrieve your Windows key. I won't share a link since these might be misused. If you already have the key, consider why it no longer works—updates or Microsoft deactivation could be reasons. It really depends on where you purchased it. From a reputable seller or Microsoft, you might get assistance or an exchange. Unethical sellers usually don’t offer post-purchase help.

EDIT: I previously used OEM keys and they often functioned well. Perhaps your situation is different.

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