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Reinstalling windows.

Xeryuus
By Xeryuus
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14 minutes ago, Xeryuus said:

Hi, i want to reinstall windows, i have it activated.I dont remember the key, can i somehow fresh install it with the key in? or just check what the key was?

It should activate automatically, provided your hardware hasn't changed.

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1 hour ago, Xeryuus said:

I think when installing windows theres a option to wipe the drive, if i do so, will  the key still activate?

Yes. Like I said, as long as your hardware, primarily your motherboard, doesn't change.

 

You should also be able to transfer your license to a new PC, if your license is associated with a Microsoft account.

 

Otherwise, this should help: https://www.groovypost.com/howto/transfer-windows-10-license-new-pc/

 

~edit: Here's information directly from Microsoft: https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/forum/windows_10-windows_install/how-to-re-install-windows-10-without-a-product-key/523e6231-88bf-4764-8235-412f2bfc257e

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