Windows 10: Microsoft 11 Business activation

Dear community,I have a huge problem with the activation of Windows. I believe, I mean, what can you be really sure of that I installed Windows 11 pro on one of our computers. I had the right activation code, purchased from Microsoft and everything seemed to have gone well. Now, after around three month and one major Windows11 update, it says that my Windows Version cannot be activated anymore. Now, it say unter "system" and "activation", after the four Microsoft tiles "Windows 11 Business". My activation code is still for the Windows 11 Pro version and seems to not work anymore.When I tri

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Setup business account in Windows 11

1. Cancelled personal Microsoft subscription/account.
   
2. Setup business account/subscription in Windows 11
   

 

Activating Windows 11 after a hardware change

Thanks for reaching out! I'm an Independent Advisor and a Microsoft user like you.

Here is a step-by-step guide to help you reactivate your Windows 11:

1. Check Activation Status:
   
   • Open Settings.
     
   • Go to System > Activation.
     
   • Ensure that your Windows is listed as activated with a digital license linked to your Microsoft account.
     
2. Link Microsoft Account:
   
   • If your Microsoft account is not linked, you need to link it first.
     
   • In Settings, go to Accounts and ensure your Microsoft account is linked to your Windows.
     
3. Run Activation Troubleshooter:
   
   • Go to Settings > System > Activation.
     
   • Click on Troubleshoot.
     
   • The troubleshooter will detect that Windows can't be activated on your device.
     
4. Select Hardware Change Option:
   
   • In the troubleshooter, select I changed hardware on this device recently.
     
5. Sign In to Microsoft Account:
   
   • Enter your Microsoft account credentials.
     
   • From the list of devices linked to your Microsoft account, select the checkbox next to This is the device I’m using right now.
     
   • If you don’t see your device, ensure you are signed in with the correct Microsoft account.
     
6. Activate Windows:
   
   • Click Activate.
     

If you encounter issues where the edition does not match, it is likely because the digital license linked to your account is for Windows 10 Home, and you are now running Windows 11 Home. This mismatch can sometimes cause activation issues.

• Edition Mismatch: If the troubleshooter indicates an edition mismatch, ensure that you are using the same edition of Windows that was originally linked to your digital license. In your case, both should be Home editions, so this should not be an issue.
  
• Correct Microsoft Account: Double-check that you are using the same Microsoft account that was linked to your digital license.
  

Please do let me know if the method I suggested works for you or if you need further assistance.

 

Activating Windows using Windows Business License

Hi Van, thanks for the response. I'm pretty sure the license is included because, as you can see in the first screenshot, I can assign "Windows 10/11 Business" to users. I am the company admin, so there is no-one else for me to follow up with.