Windows 10: how to re-activate my copy of windows? i had to change to a new motherboard due to my old...

so i get the error code 0xC004F211. my computer was signed into my account and i run the troubleshooter it tells me that they are down and try again. i have been upgrading this computer since 2012 and just had to replace the motherboard due to a ram card slot dying on me the other week. i originally started with WIN 7 and no longer have the original product key due to how long it has been. Also please note that due to something with Win 11 it says my 8 core processor is not compatible and will not let me upgrade to win 11 or i would try that. the Exception path also is not working and telling

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Activate Windows 10 after motherboard change

Hi,

Thanks for the reply.

I built the PC myself and it is\was a retail Windows 8 Pro license upgraded to 10.

The guide listed that I should be able to transfer the license, and following the steps given when selecting "I recently changed hardware" in the activation process it does not list my previous device to select from.

My Microsoft account is logged in on both my old and new motherboard, and my old motherboard is unable to boot at all to deactivate or retrieve any keys.

If my license is indeed available for transfer, how can I proceed from here?

Thanks.

 

Activate Windows 10 after motherboard change

Hi,

I own a retail copy of windows 8 pro upgraded to windows 10. My motherboard recently died completely and after purchasing and installing a new one I am unable to activate windows.

I have logged into my Microsoft account and selected "recently changed hardware" but it is not showing up my old PC to select from, however when I am logged into my account on the support site I can see it listed under devices.

How do I activate my existing copy of windows on my new motherboard?

Thanks.