Windows 10: Windows 11 Pro is not activated after changing hardware

Discus and support Windows 11 Pro is not activated after changing hardware in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; I just changed few parts in my pc and after booting up, my Windows is no longer activated.- Originally I bought a PC with Windows installed and key... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by JusteXernox, May 13, 2025 at 8:02 AM.

  1. Windows 11 Pro is not activated after changing hardware


    I just changed few parts in my pc and after booting up, my Windows is no longer activated.- Originally I bought a PC with Windows installed and key sticker on it and all that it was Windows 10 Home- I upgraded to Windows 11 Home when it came out- 2 Years ago or so I upgraded my Windows 11 Home to Windows 11 Pro via purchase in Microsoft Store and that is what I last hadIn Settings > System > Activation it says:Activation state Not ActiveWe can't activate Windows on this device because you don't have a valid digital licence or product key. If you think youdo have a valid licence or key, s

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