Windows 11 can't be turned on on your new PC. It appears the hardware has been updated.

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mattww234
Junior Member

01-20-2021, 12:47 PM

You’ve built a new PC and installed Windows 11 using USB. After signing in with your Microsoft account and purchasing an OEM key, the activation process is blocking you. The error message indicates the hardware has changed and suggests checking the internet connection before retrying. Make sure you’re connected to the web and try again later.

mattww234

01-20-2021, 12:47 PM #1

Froulard
Member

118

01-20-2021, 03:49 PM

It seems you'd like to request a replacement key from the reseller.

Froulard

01-20-2021, 03:49 PM #2

It seems you'd like to request a replacement key from the reseller.

lolboy588
Junior Member

01-26-2021, 01:58 AM

You cease purchasing OEM keys because you aren't an OEM. You may: A) Purchase a retail key from Microsoft B) Employ it inactive C) Search piracy discussions on Reddit

lolboy588

01-26-2021, 01:58 AM #3

You cease purchasing OEM keys because you aren't an OEM. You may: A) Purchase a retail key from Microsoft B) Employ it inactive C) Search piracy discussions on Reddit

Exfamous
Junior Member

01-26-2021, 02:28 AM

You're checking if a new key will function properly. The system isn't confirming prior usage, so just changing the key might resolve the issue.

Exfamous

01-26-2021, 02:28 AM #4

You're checking if a new key will function properly. The system isn't confirming prior usage, so just changing the key might resolve the issue.

Plebicano
Junior Member

02-07-2021, 09:16 AM

It seems the message indicates the hardware change notice comes up because a key was previously accessed. There are online resources about clearing keys from your computer, though this might not be the main issue here.

Plebicano

02-07-2021, 09:16 AM #5

xLikax
Member

173

02-07-2021, 05:58 PM

I just purchased another key, same issue again. I don't believe it's the main concern.

xLikax

02-07-2021, 05:58 PM #6

I just purchased another key, same issue again. I don't believe it's the main concern.

EdoubleO
Member

238

02-07-2021, 07:28 PM

Check the examples at that link: https://stackoverflow.com/posts/7759905/revisions

EdoubleO

02-07-2021, 07:28 PM #7

Check the examples at that link: https://stackoverflow.com/posts/7759905/revisions

ZaButcher698
Junior Member

02-09-2021, 05:09 PM

Attempted the initial command, received this notification: ...even though I'm already signed in as an Administrator.

ZaButcher698

02-09-2021, 05:09 PM #8

Attempted the initial command, received this notification: ...even though I'm already signed in as an Administrator.

Hurt_Urchin
Junior Member

03-01-2021, 02:30 PM

I missed running the command with admin privileges. The commands executed, but the issue remained unresolved. I'm now starting over.

Hurt_Urchin

03-01-2021, 02:30 PM #9

I missed running the command with admin privileges. The commands executed, but the issue remained unresolved. I'm now starting over.

NinjaaGamer_
Member

189

03-01-2021, 10:56 PM

#10

Hello Tetras, I just tested it and it worked! You can find more details here: https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/wind...601c1db3e5. Your Win 11 Pro is now activated! Thanks for the helpful tips on the command prompts.

NinjaaGamer_

03-01-2021, 10:56 PM #10