Windows 10: hard drive failure, product key sticker damaged

I purchased a refurb Dell Latitude E5530 laptop with Windows 10 installed; the product key for Windows 10 is on the bottom of the laptop case, but not fully readable. The sticker for the old product key for Windows 7 is in the battery compartment. The hard drive has failed and I am now trying to activate Windows 10 on a new SDD installed in an identical version of the laptop which previously had Ubuntu installed.The shop that transferred what was possible to the "new" laptop installed a Window 10 copy that needs to be activated. I am unable to activate because the digital license is on t

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Product key sticker is damaged

Hi

My product key sticker is damaged and not able to read product key. Bar code numbers are readable and can provide it. This product is for Windows 7 would like to use to upgrade windows 10.

Can you please suggest?

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damage new product key

See:
What to do if Your Windows 10 OEM Product Key Sticker is Damaged?

 

unused product key sticker damaged, how can i retrieve?

Sometimes, if too much pressure is applied or liquid comes in contact with the sticker, this can damage the product key characters. When this happens, your best course of action is to return it to the reseller for a replacement or refund; since it might
be a defective product. Contacting Microsoft might be an option, although the software firm has no responsibility for damaged product keys; since production is handled by a third party source. If vendor is able to provide a replacement, ask them to remove
the protective seal for you, so you are not liable for damage if it happens again.

If you are unable to get any assistance from the vendor, contact Microsoft support and they might be able to replace it for you.

http://support.microsoft.com/contactus/?ws=supp...

What if Microsoft can't help either?

Your options are limited, you might have to cut your losses, or try salvaging the key yourself. The first option you can try using is a magnifying glass to enlarge the characters. If you don't have a magnifying glass, you can use digital camera or your smart
phone to take a picture then blow it up on your computer. Below is a list of characters used and not used in Microsoft product keys:

Characters and numbers used:

2346789BCDFGHJKMPQRTVWXY

Characters and numbers not used:

015AEILNOSUZ

Sometimes a 6 could be easily mistaken for a G or a B for an 8, so look carefully. If the product key sticker is smudged, you could try using a damp Q-Tip to gently scrub the smudge covering the letters.