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No I'm not using MS account as I can't get in. I have had MAJOR problems with MS over the years mainly because the original email...
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Try later. This is common. Are you using a Microsoft account? If so, your product key is likely stored under your user profile.
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This is what I am now seeing, so should I simply leave the tablet on overnight to see if it will activate?
Sep 9, 2024
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Wait a minute guys, I am only now seeing the prompt on the bottom right of the screen to Activate windows. So, back to my question, I...
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Got it! Well, you guys here have been great, thank you all so very much for helping me with all of this.
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What you are seeing indicates that the installation is fully authenticated with Microsoft's servers. That link you keep bringing up...
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It's that line of text under the COPY tab. I am thinking that means I will need a product key, if not is there any way to see where it...
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I don't see anything indicating that this installation is not licensed.
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So I had forgotten that since the win8 wasn't installed that the win 10 Pro is still on the unit. Right now I am running all the updates...
Sep 9, 2024
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Appreciate it guys, will report back when all is done, thanks.
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You had Windows 10 Pro on this device before. Windows 10 Pro - is the appropriate choice. It should activate without a problem, if it...
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Ok guys, can you advise on the best windows 10 version for this specific device please and I will purchase a key for it?
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You can use default windows keys for install. They will not allow activation though. <Potential pirate links removed by moderator>
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You need an activation key for all products if you want to stay legal. Though you can run Windows 10 in a limited mode without...
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Hmnn, so now I have to go back to and settle for only win10 again. If I were to reinstall win 10 now again, will I need to get a...
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