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Yes, Windows 10 supports that action.

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Haileyhurley
Junior Member
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02-24-2016, 09:23 AM
#1
Here’s a clearer version of your message:

I just posted my first question on the forum—it looks interesting! 😊 So, to summarize: I’m using Windows 8.1 Pro (activated via the Windows Toolkit, which isn’t official), but I can install Windows 10 Pro. Since I’m dual-booting, I also have Windows 10 Pro Insider. I’m wondering if I can transfer the key from Windows 10 Pro Insider to my non-official Windows 10 Pro version once it’s available, and then remove the Insider version afterward. Any advice or guidance would be greatly appreciated! Thanks!
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Haileyhurley
02-24-2016, 09:23 AM #1

Here’s a clearer version of your message:

I just posted my first question on the forum—it looks interesting! 😊 So, to summarize: I’m using Windows 8.1 Pro (activated via the Windows Toolkit, which isn’t official), but I can install Windows 10 Pro. Since I’m dual-booting, I also have Windows 10 Pro Insider. I’m wondering if I can transfer the key from Windows 10 Pro Insider to my non-official Windows 10 Pro version once it’s available, and then remove the Insider version afterward. Any advice or guidance would be greatly appreciated! Thanks!

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Traeis
Member
189
02-24-2016, 11:17 AM
#2
It seems realistic. Even if Windows 10 upgrades end up with an unofficial release, it would still be a genuine version. I’d just opt for a modified and cracked copy and create a backup anyway, regardless of whether Windows delivers a legitimate update.
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Traeis
02-24-2016, 11:17 AM #2

It seems realistic. Even if Windows 10 upgrades end up with an unofficial release, it would still be a genuine version. I’d just opt for a modified and cracked copy and create a backup anyway, regardless of whether Windows delivers a legitimate update.

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PassTheBass
Junior Member
41
02-24-2016, 11:26 AM
#3
You’ll receive a 10 pro non-legit version after the upgrade is released. I think we should wait and see if you can get the license, or maybe check out http://reddit.com/r/microsoftsoftwareswap for a Windows copy. (I got 8 pro and upgraded to 8.1 pro because it’s free in the Windows Store for $20, no problems.) Also, welcome to the forums!
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PassTheBass
02-24-2016, 11:26 AM #3

You’ll receive a 10 pro non-legit version after the upgrade is released. I think we should wait and see if you can get the license, or maybe check out http://reddit.com/r/microsoftsoftwareswap for a Windows copy. (I got 8 pro and upgraded to 8.1 pro because it’s free in the Windows Store for $20, no problems.) Also, welcome to the forums!

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Shad0wHydra13
Senior Member
716
03-06-2016, 04:24 PM
#4
If it's KMS activated (via Toolkit) I have doubts. It may work, but ehh... There is word on Microsoft changing how KMS activation servers are set (Just tried to find the original source on this and couldn't find anything)
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Shad0wHydra13
03-06-2016, 04:24 PM #4

If it's KMS activated (via Toolkit) I have doubts. It may work, but ehh... There is word on Microsoft changing how KMS activation servers are set (Just tried to find the original source on this and couldn't find anything)

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Sheikrik
Senior Member
441
03-07-2016, 12:13 AM
#5
Thanks for the warm welcome. I was hoping for a legitimate upgrade, but I suppose I'll keep an eye on things. Appreciate the website too—I found it interesting and hadn't seen it on Reddit before. Still curious how the pirates or hackers might try to get around Windows 10 to access all the features.
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Sheikrik
03-07-2016, 12:13 AM #5

Thanks for the warm welcome. I was hoping for a legitimate upgrade, but I suppose I'll keep an eye on things. Appreciate the website too—I found it interesting and hadn't seen it on Reddit before. Still curious how the pirates or hackers might try to get around Windows 10 to access all the features.

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Eilertsen2001
Junior Member
13
03-08-2016, 01:10 AM
#6
They did the same thing for 7 and 8.
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Eilertsen2001
03-08-2016, 01:10 AM #6

They did the same thing for 7 and 8.

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kalleboii
Senior Member
738
03-08-2016, 03:39 AM
#7
Yes, you're aware that the insider version of Windows 10 will transition to the standard 10, while you'll continue testing the new updates (or at least according to recent reports).
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kalleboii
03-08-2016, 03:39 AM #7

Yes, you're aware that the insider version of Windows 10 will transition to the standard 10, while you'll continue testing the new updates (or at least according to recent reports).

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Gandalf1601
Junior Member
16
03-15-2016, 01:18 PM
#8
What issue here is a double negative? How can you get something for free when you paid twenty dollars?
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Gandalf1601
03-15-2016, 01:18 PM #8

What issue here is a double negative? How can you get something for free when you paid twenty dollars?

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Evolution88
Member
216
03-21-2016, 05:06 AM
#9
I earned 8 pro for $20 on Reddit, and the upgrade to 8.1 pro was available for free in the Windows Store. (3am lol)
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Evolution88
03-21-2016, 05:06 AM #9

I earned 8 pro for $20 on Reddit, and the upgrade to 8.1 pro was available for free in the Windows Store. (3am lol)

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_Brilhin_
Junior Member
7
03-22-2016, 06:38 AM
#10
You won't receive Windows 10 without a genuine 8.1 system. It's possible to obtain it for free through the insider program by installing it on your primary drive. Once you exit the program, you'll require an official license.
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_Brilhin_
03-22-2016, 06:38 AM #10

You won't receive Windows 10 without a genuine 8.1 system. It's possible to obtain it for free through the insider program by installing it on your primary drive. Once you exit the program, you'll require an official license.

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