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Fippy0622
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07-29-2021, 04:17 AM
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I need to quickly clarify—my Windows 11 installation is happening via USB on a system with Windows 10 (which is already activated). Do you want to know if that affects the activation status of Windows 11?
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07-29-2021, 04:17 AM #1

I need to quickly clarify—my Windows 11 installation is happening via USB on a system with Windows 10 (which is already activated). Do you want to know if that affects the activation status of Windows 11?

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08-04-2021, 08:15 PM
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No, I did not buy Windows 11.
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IamVirTuoZ
08-04-2021, 08:15 PM #2

No, I did not buy Windows 11.

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DanielEmpire
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08-04-2021, 09:27 PM
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I purchased Windows 10 (I prefer a fresh install over an upgrade).
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DanielEmpire
08-04-2021, 09:27 PM #3

I purchased Windows 10 (I prefer a fresh install over an upgrade).

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08-04-2021, 09:40 PM
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It varies. You might just upgrade to Windows 11, wouldn't you think? That should be fine. I see you're aiming for a fresh start, which makes sense. You could connect your license to your Microsoft account. Or if you have a key, you might need to upgrade the older Windows 10 version to get the new Windows 11. (It functioned without upgrading first, but I changed my mind in late August 2023.)
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08-04-2021, 09:40 PM #4

It varies. You might just upgrade to Windows 11, wouldn't you think? That should be fine. I see you're aiming for a fresh start, which makes sense. You could connect your license to your Microsoft account. Or if you have a key, you might need to upgrade the older Windows 10 version to get the new Windows 11. (It functioned without upgrading first, but I changed my mind in late August 2023.)

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08-09-2021, 01:07 AM
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Yes, I can. You linked it to a Microsoft account, but you also have the key from Windows 10 and an ISO file on a USB drive. I think it would be better to use that instead. Updated August 6, 2023 by Joker-_-Glitch
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08-09-2021, 01:07 AM #5

Yes, I can. You linked it to a Microsoft account, but you also have the key from Windows 10 and an ISO file on a USB drive. I think it would be better to use that instead. Updated August 6, 2023 by Joker-_-Glitch

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08-15-2021, 05:17 AM
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You should first remove the licence from your windows 10 but it'll also work without. (I'm not even sure this is recommended, the W11 install might just notice the previous W10) Edited August 6, 2023 by leclod
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08-15-2021, 05:17 AM #6

You should first remove the licence from your windows 10 but it'll also work without. (I'm not even sure this is recommended, the W11 install might just notice the previous W10) Edited August 6, 2023 by leclod

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08-15-2021, 06:09 AM
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How to take the license out of version 10 and whether you require a .iso on USB for installing Windows 11
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08-15-2021, 06:09 AM #7

How to take the license out of version 10 and whether you require a .iso on USB for installing Windows 11

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FureaMC
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08-15-2021, 07:09 AM
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Check out numerous guides online for simple steps. Visit the official Microsoft page and follow the instructions to set up your USB key.
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FureaMC
08-15-2021, 07:09 AM #8

Check out numerous guides online for simple steps. Visit the official Microsoft page and follow the instructions to set up your USB key.

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08-17-2021, 06:42 AM
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Simple. If your setup comes from a standard company product (like Dell, HP, Acer), the Windows 10 key is stored in the UEFI. When you install Windows 11 from scratch, during the setup process you’ll be prompted for a product key. Choose “I don’t have one” to let it retrieve the key from the UEFI and continue. Verify the edition matches what you need—such as Home or Pro—to ensure activation works. For custom-built systems or smaller companies, your key is linked to a Microsoft account. If you don’t have one, confirm the hardware hasn’t changed since the last license check, then proceed. If activation doesn’t occur, enter your Windows 10 key in the Activation settings under Settings > System > Activation. If that fails, use Microsoft’s support tools or contact their help center. Users of Windows 10 can upgrade to Windows 11 at no cost, and you can also input your WIn10 key in the Windows 11 activation panel once installed.
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08-17-2021, 06:42 AM #9

Simple. If your setup comes from a standard company product (like Dell, HP, Acer), the Windows 10 key is stored in the UEFI. When you install Windows 11 from scratch, during the setup process you’ll be prompted for a product key. Choose “I don’t have one” to let it retrieve the key from the UEFI and continue. Verify the edition matches what you need—such as Home or Pro—to ensure activation works. For custom-built systems or smaller companies, your key is linked to a Microsoft account. If you don’t have one, confirm the hardware hasn’t changed since the last license check, then proceed. If activation doesn’t occur, enter your Windows 10 key in the Activation settings under Settings > System > Activation. If that fails, use Microsoft’s support tools or contact their help center. Users of Windows 10 can upgrade to Windows 11 at no cost, and you can also input your WIn10 key in the Windows 11 activation panel once installed.

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08-17-2021, 09:35 AM
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Windows activation will handle the license transfer. Problems arise only if you intend to change storage type and connect it to another system, then boot from it. That could cause conflicts with the activation key and lock you out. That’s the main concern. If you’re doing a clean install using the same drive or avoiding booting from the old one, everything should be fine. Use the Microsoft Media Creation Tool with a USB flash drive. https://www.microsoft.com/en-ca/software.../windows11 (click the blue “Download Now” button at the top). A decent USB flash drive is suggested. Ensure no important data remains, as it will be erased. The tool will: verify your USB is compatible, format it properly, download the latest Windows release, extract files, and make the drive bootable. After setup, restart your system and boot from the USB. If you need to specify UEFI settings, choose “UEFI: <USB model>” and confirm the model includes “UEFI” in its name. Windows 11 requires (in your UEFI): UEFI mode must be enabled (if unavailable, assume CSM Disabled SecureBoot is off and set to Windows. TPM/Intel PTT/fTPM must be enabled – details vary by platform).
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08-17-2021, 09:35 AM #10

Windows activation will handle the license transfer. Problems arise only if you intend to change storage type and connect it to another system, then boot from it. That could cause conflicts with the activation key and lock you out. That’s the main concern. If you’re doing a clean install using the same drive or avoiding booting from the old one, everything should be fine. Use the Microsoft Media Creation Tool with a USB flash drive. https://www.microsoft.com/en-ca/software.../windows11 (click the blue “Download Now” button at the top). A decent USB flash drive is suggested. Ensure no important data remains, as it will be erased. The tool will: verify your USB is compatible, format it properly, download the latest Windows release, extract files, and make the drive bootable. After setup, restart your system and boot from the USB. If you need to specify UEFI settings, choose “UEFI: <USB model>” and confirm the model includes “UEFI” in its name. Windows 11 requires (in your UEFI): UEFI mode must be enabled (if unavailable, assume CSM Disabled SecureBoot is off and set to Windows. TPM/Intel PTT/fTPM must be enabled – details vary by platform).

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