Windows 10: Cannot work this install key out

Discus and support Cannot work this install key out in Windows 10 Installation and Upgrade to solve the problem; I have bought my grandson a refurbished laptop that was originally 7 Pro and the sticker with the key is inside the battery compartment. Now that it... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Installation and Upgrade' started by ICIT2LOL, Oct 18, 2020.

  1. ICIT2LOL Win User

    Cannot work this install key out


    I have bought my grandson a refurbished laptop that was originally 7 Pro and the sticker with the key is inside the battery compartment.
    Now that it has Windows 10 Pro on I asked the seller for the key in case it needs ever to be reinstalled and he has said that the 7 key on the sticker is the key to install 10 Pro.

    However I checked with Showkey and it has an entirely different key showing up see pic and I am wondering what the * means alongside the product key so what does the Default key message mean and which key do I use if the machine ever has to be reinstalled with 10 Pro??

    :)
     
    ICIT2LOL, Oct 18, 2020
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    Since none of the troubleshooting steps here worked, I'd suggest you do a Clean install.

    John
     
    AmericanPharaoh, Oct 18, 2020
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    exodusprime1337, Oct 18, 2020
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  4. Arun B J Win User

    Cannot work this install key out

    Keyboard shortcut Alt key not working

    Hi,



    Before we proceed, I need more information to help you better.


    • Since when are you facing this issue?

    • Did you make any software or hardware changes on your computer prior to this issue?


    I suggest you to follow the steps below and check if it helps.

    Step 1: You may check if the ALT key is functioning correctly in on-screen keyboard. It will help us to verify if there is any issue with the keyboard.

    Follow the steps below to open On-screen Keyboard.


    • Windows + Q, type OSK (on-screen keyboard)

    • And check if it works
    Step 2: Run Hardware and device Troubleshooter.

    Windows 10 has a built-in troubleshooter to check and fix issues with hardware and devices. I would suggest you to run this troubleshooter to check if the issue is with your devices. Refer these steps:


    • Press Windows key +X, select Control panel.

    • Change the view by option on the top right to Large icons.

    • Click on troubleshooting and click on the view all option on the left panel.

    • Run the Hardware and devices troubleshooter.

    Keep us posted on this issue so that we can assist you better.
     
    Arun B J, Oct 18, 2020
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