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Windows 10 reinstall license

Windows 10 reinstall license

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Jiscaitv
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04-26-2016, 01:39 PM
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The laptop was originally set up with Windows 10, but I installed Windows 7. Now I want to go back to the original Windows 10 version. What steps can I take to get a genuine, pre-installed Windows 10 without purchasing a new copy from Microsoft? When I flash an ISO of Windows 10, will it recognize the license embedded in the machine? Additionally, I’m curious about how laptop manufacturers install Windows in new devices—they typically require a product key to verify the operating system.
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Jiscaitv
04-26-2016, 01:39 PM #1

The laptop was originally set up with Windows 10, but I installed Windows 7. Now I want to go back to the original Windows 10 version. What steps can I take to get a genuine, pre-installed Windows 10 without purchasing a new copy from Microsoft? When I flash an ISO of Windows 10, will it recognize the license embedded in the machine? Additionally, I’m curious about how laptop manufacturers install Windows in new devices—they typically require a product key to verify the operating system.

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xDestroyerPvP
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04-27-2016, 07:29 PM
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if you possessed an active Windows 10 installation on your laptop prior to updating to 7, the license would remain valid for ten years. Simply reinstall Windows 10, when prompted for a license during the update process, select "I don't have one" and the installation will proceed. Afterward, verify your activation on a server to ensure your PC has a valid license. All information is now stored on Microsoft servers.
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xDestroyerPvP
04-27-2016, 07:29 PM #2

if you possessed an active Windows 10 installation on your laptop prior to updating to 7, the license would remain valid for ten years. Simply reinstall Windows 10, when prompted for a license during the update process, select "I don't have one" and the installation will proceed. Afterward, verify your activation on a server to ensure your PC has a valid license. All information is now stored on Microsoft servers.