Posted September 13, 2017 So when i got my new pc i downloaded Windows 10 pro 64bit from microsoft to a usb (as usual) i got into the windows setup and typed in the activation key i got from ebay (very reputable seller) the system accepted the key then booted but then i get into windows i have a watermark in the corner of the screen that says that i need to activate windows. When i go to windows activation in windows it says that i can't activate windows because my key is not valid, i have no idea on how to fix this "problem" Link to comment https://linustechtips.com/topic/834298-win-10-activation/ Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted September 13, 2017 It means the key, when checked against the Microsoft database, was found to be fake, invalid, etc. so for whatever reason it's been invalidated you'll need a new key. Current Network Layout: Current Build Log/PC: Storage Server Setup: Prior Build Log/PC: Link to comment https://linustechtips.com/topic/834298-win-10-activation/#findComment-10427760 Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted September 13, 2017 You can actually call microsoft about this, they're super helpful. Link to comment https://linustechtips.com/topic/834298-win-10-activation/#findComment-10427761 Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted September 13, 2017 Yeah, I had to call them twice already after installing Windows on a new drive in the same exact rig. Once the automated system was able to make it work, the other time I had to be routed to a real person and back to the automated system. PC: CPU: Intel i7-4790 MB: Gigabyte B85N RAM: Adata 4GB + Kingston 8GB SSD: Samsung 850 EVO 500GB GPU: XFX GTR RX 480 8GB Case: Advantech IPC-510 PSU: Corsair RM1000i KB: Idobao x YMDK ID75 with Outemu Silent Grey Mouse: Logitech G305 Mousepad: LTT Deskpad Headphones: AKG K240 Sextett Phone: Sony Xperia 5 II Link to comment https://linustechtips.com/topic/834298-win-10-activation/#findComment-10427766 Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted September 13, 2017 The key is fake, already used or is one that isn't transferable, as mentioned by Lurick. See if you can issue a refund with eBay. You got scammed. Sorry. As the famous saying goes: When something is too good to be true, it usually is. Link to comment https://linustechtips.com/topic/834298-win-10-activation/#findComment-10427768 Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted September 13, 2017 20 minutes ago, GoodBytes said: The key is fake, already used or is one that isn't transferable, as mentioned by Lurick. See if you can issue a refund with eBay. You got scammed. Sorry. As the famous saying goes: When something is too good to be true, it usually is. If you call microsoft they usually resolve the issue unless the key is fake. Ebay sellers usually provide new keys for no extra price if one fails as well. Link to comment https://linustechtips.com/topic/834298-win-10-activation/#findComment-10427817 Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted September 13, 2017 The key is fake, i was wondering how much did you pay for it? 2 minutes ago, ErrantNyles said: If you call microsoft they usually resolve the issue unless the key is fake. Ebay sellers usually provide new keys for no extra price if one fails as well. ^ yes, but it much better getting legit key from microsoft or from other buyers. I had no issues with methods which I can't mention, it is very easy to see if it fake is the price of the key. You should ask the buyer to refund you, if he doesn't create a request with screenshot of the key saying it invalid key and you want refund. You will received your refund, you really don't really have show proof but just have it in case the seller/ebay asks, but in my experiences most of time seller will refund and ask you leave positive feedback but don't. You should also report the seller to ebay, and i found out all the seller i have report selling "key" for other software have been banned, even though the key is working but for most software it illegal to resell keys. Magical Pineapples
