Windows 10: Product key not accepted (duplicataion)

I have just restored a saved version of a VM Windows 10 upgraded from Windows 7. It had a digital entitlement but the restored machine required activation. I chose what I thought was the Product Key of the Win 7 machine prior to the upgrade but it was rejected. I now realise that I may have used the wrong key but it raises a question.

How can you tell what Product Key you have used to activate an installation of Win10 which shows as activated?

:)

 

WILL NOT ACCEPT PRODUCT KEY

AFTER INSTALLING WINDOWS MOBIL DEVICE CENTER, IT ASK FOR MICROSOFT OFFICE HOME AND STUDENT 2007 PRODUCT KEY. IT ALSO SAYS I CAN ONLY USE IT 21 TIMES.

WHEN I ENTER THE KEY IT SAYS THE KEY NUMBER IS INVALID.

MY PHONE IS A MOROLOA Q W/WINDOWS MOBILE 6.1..

THANKS

 

WILL NOT ACCEPT PRODUCT KEY

Hello. How did you install WMDC? The WMDC sync software is a free download and doesn't require a product key. Did you install Office Home and Student Version at the same time? Is it a trial version? BTW, this version of Office doesn't come with a Outlook
2007, which you will need to sync the Q with.

 

You may want to give ShowkeyPlus a whirl. Check it out here: https://www.tenforums.com/software-ap...7-showkey.html

 

Well I tried to use ShowKey but I could not understand the instructions.
Every time I tried to Retrieve key from backup it said the file SOFTWARE was in use.
I may be thick but it should be easier than this.

 

No, you are not thick... my instructions should be more explicit...

Retrieving keys can only be done from a non-running Windows installation ( a.k.a backup) - the initial screen shows the keys found within the running system.
If there is a forward arrow it means it found a backup and automates the retrieve function.

 

Hmmm still a little confusing....because of the statement "Retrieving keys can only be done from a non-running Windows installation" Because it does find the only 2 keys ever used on this computer while it is running. The original key that came with this computer, and the upgraded key that I bought. I have many backups, but their is no way showkey could ever read them, because of its format. For my system Showkey works just prefect and displays the keys on my Running system with no problems.
*Wink

 

Ok, let's try another way:
The "Retrieve key from backup" function can only be done pointed at a non-running Windows installation ( a.k.a backup containing Windows files eg. Windows.old or mounted backup image)
The initial screen shows the keys found within the running system.
If there is a forward arrow it means it found a backup and automates the retrieve function.

Phew...! I so need a business analyst to do this stuff... LOL

 

Does it store your 7 key at all if you upgrade though? I can't tell because I've since done a clean install so ShowKey only shows the generic 3V66T key. (I'm activated though digital entitlement).

 

I'm sorry Superfly..... *Redface was just making sure other people knew exactly what your GREAT program does. Has just more than one way to find keys. I love Showkey!!! *Smile

 

Did for me lx07, I did a clean install, and it still found original windows 8.1 home key AND my retail windows 10 pro key. I bought this key...

I could check my other computer, that is running windows 10 pro also, but upgraded from windows 7 ultimate. if you want.

 

A clean install will remove all traces of the previous key. It does save the previous key during upgrades though, I guess for rollback purposes.
Digital entitlement is a Store licence granted, as we know, based on previous activation - the generic key is just to identify the edition.

I'm actually glad that you highlight these things ... Thanx for that *Wink
- As you say it helps make a better experience for all.

 

Hay I did not mean to start a war.
I have no doubt the ShowKey works just that I could not interpret correctly the instructions. I now have a much better understanding of it's capabilities.
Unfortunately the environment I was trying it (VirtualBox) makes it difficult to access a backup unless it is stored somewhere on an external drive.
I have difficulty because the place I used to use to store my backups is a NAS and is not cooperating with Windows 10. Another problem another forum.
I will try to arrange a backup which can accessed by ShowKey and see what it finds.
Tanks for the help.

 

War? not close LOL...

It's good to hear users thoughts and experiences - as they say, there is no stupid questions, just stupid people that don't ask... *Rolleyes
It's hard developing in a vacuum, so I appreciate any feedback...also allows me to explain any misconceptions that may arise.
Sorry for hijacking your thread - let us know how you get along.