Windows 10: Wrong Windows Activation Product ID after reinstall

Discus and support Wrong Windows Activation Product ID after reinstall in Windows 10 Updates and Activation to solve the problem; We have a Dell machine that came with windows 8 pro installed with an free upgrade to windows 10. I recently reset the machine and reinstalled windows... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Updates and Activation' started by RalphLincolne, Nov 13, 2019.

  1. Wrong Windows Activation Product ID after reinstall


    We have a Dell machine that came with windows 8 pro installed with an free upgrade to windows 10. I recently reset the machine and reinstalled windows 10, but this time it reloaded as Windows 10 Home not Pro. When I looked at the Windows activation product ID it had change from what it was previously on this machine - with error "The last product key (ID XXXX) you entered can't be used on this copy of Windows. (0x800705B4)".


    As the Windows Install came preloaded and with no disks, I do not have the Product Key for Windows only the Product ID. Is there any way I can update the product ID without a product Key?


    Thanks


    Ralph

    :)
     
    RalphLincolne, Nov 13, 2019
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  2. Product ID

    Hi Russell,

    We appreciate the information you've provided regarding the product ID. To resolve your concern, we suggest that you do the following steps:

    • Click on Start and type: Command Prompt.
    • Right click on it and select Run as administrator.
    • Type: wmic path SoftwareLicensingService get OA3xOriginalProductKey.
    • Press Enter. That should give you the product key to type in the activation.
    Get back to us if you need further assistance.
     
    PreciousLeb, Nov 13, 2019
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  3. FernNZ Win User
    Windows 10 expiring activation problem


    I have a pop up message appearing on the screen saying the licence will expire 15 August, need to activate Windows in Settings. Contact admin to get product key.
    When I go to Settings it says Windows is activated and Product ID as well as Product Key is listed.
    I have tried all suggestions from the Microsoft forum to no avail.
    I am now wondering if the technician who installed Windows 10Pro, installed the wrong programme.
    I believe that the previous Windows in the laptop was Windows 8.1 home.
    Could this be the problem.
    Any help appreciated. Thanks.
     
    FernNZ, Nov 13, 2019
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  4. Jan Del Win User

    Wrong Windows Activation Product ID after reinstall

    how do I get machine id for activation purposes?

    Hi Fred,

    Machine ID also known as Product ID is being used to identify the device. We suggest following the steps below to get the product ID of your device:

    • Type about your PC on the search box.
    • Look for the Product ID.


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    Get back to us if you need further assistance.
     
    Jan Del, Nov 13, 2019
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