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Hi i recently did some hardware changed and to a clean windows install. I had originally bought Windows 11 pro while on Windows 11 Home from the Microsoft store so I do not have a product key, at least I cant find one. Is there any way to get upgraded back to pro?
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If your copy of Windows 11 is preinstalled on your device, it's an OEM license tied to the motherboard. "If you make significant hardware changes on your device, such as replacing your motherboard, Windows will no longer find a license that matches your device."
I changed motherboard and CPU
What specific hardware did you change? Have you recently replaced your Motherboard?
Well that sort of worked. It says i have pro, but its not activated and its telling me to buy it again
Hi, good day! I'm John Dev a Windows user like you and I'll be happy to assist you today. I know this has been difficult for you, Rest assured, I'm going to do my best to help you.
What specific hardware did you change?
Please try the method below.
Press Windows key+I to open Settings
Select Update and Security > Activation > Update product key > Change product key.
Enter the generic product key below:
VK7JG-NPHTM-C97JM-9MPGT-3V66T
When prompted, Click Activate Product
If this doesn't work, please try to temporarily disconnect from the Internet then try again.
Kindly let me know if this helps or if you have any further concerns.
Kind regards,
John DeV
Independent Advisor
