Windows 10: Windows 10 Reactivation Tip

Discus and support Windows 10 Reactivation Tip in Windows 10 Support to solve the problem; Hi - I recently experienced a hardware failure on my machine and needed to replace the motherboard. Windows 10 coped with having its existential basis... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Support' started by ViralStaircase, Jan 19, 2019.

  1. Windows 10 Reactivation Tip


    Hi - I recently experienced a hardware failure on my machine and needed to replace the motherboard. Windows 10 coped with having its existential basis undermined very smoothly I must say, and all was well. However, when I turned the machine on later, there was a message onscreen telling me that Windows was not activated. I went through the various troubleshooters but no joy. Finally I phoned Microsoft Customer Support and they walked me through the process using a command which I hope at least some of you might find handy. This tip only works if you upgraded from Windows 7 (or 8 I guess) AND still have the product key for that version to hand. Bring up the Run box (Winkey + R) and enter
    slui 3
    You must then enter the key for the version of Windows from which you upgraded to 10.
    Not exactly an epiphany but hopefully a useful tip *Smile

    :)
     
    ViralStaircase, Jan 19, 2019
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  2. Ahhzz Win User

    Windows 10 Tweaks

    Pressing “Windows+Pause Break” (it’s up there next to scroll lock) opens the “System” Window.

    Windows 10: In the new version of Windows, Explorer has a section called Quick Access. This includes your frequent folders and recent files. Explorer defaults to opening this page when you open a new window. If you’d rather open the usual This PC, with links to your drives and library folders, follow these steps:

    • Open a new Explorer window.
    • Click View in the ribbon.
    • Click Options.
    • Under General, next to “Open File Explorer to:” choose “This PC.”
    • Click OK


    credit to Lifehacker.
     
    Ahhzz, Jan 19, 2019
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  3. lorraine walsh, Jan 19, 2019
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  4. Monk.e83 Win User

    Windows 10 Reactivation Tip

    Unlocked Realtek HD Audio Drivers Windows 7 & 8 (With Dolby Digital Live and DTS Interactive)

    DTS supported natively by Windows 8/8.1 and it should work on windows 10 too just DDL require to unlock your driver .
     
    Monk.e83, Jan 19, 2019
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