Windows 10: Re-using a Win10 key from a tossed computer

Discus and support Re-using a Win10 key from a tossed computer in Windows 10 Ask Insider to solve the problem; Main problem is that I tossed my old computer a year ago WITHOUT uninstalling the OS. If I still have the serial key, can I re-use it on my new... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Ask Insider' started by /u/phenom103, Apr 15, 2020.

  1. /U/PHENOM103
    /u/phenom103 Win User

    Re-using a Win10 key from a tossed computer


    Main problem is that I tossed my old computer a year ago WITHOUT uninstalling the OS. If I still have the serial key, can I re-use it on my new computer with it

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    /u/phenom103, Apr 15, 2020
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  2. LEOBLOOM
    LeoBloom Win User

    Built new computer, running unactivated Win10 Home, have Win7 Pro key

    I was initially thinking of buying a Win10 Home key, but I realized I still have a Win7 Pro key I purchased that I have never upgraded to Win10 and is not currently in use.

    Two questions

    • Can I use the Win7 key to activate Win10 (or is that no longer an option)
    • Will Win10 Home turn into Win10 Pro (assuming I can still use key)
     
    LeoBloom, May 23, 2020
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  3. USER33331
    user33331 Win User
    Win10: windows update stuck at never ending loop ?

    When in win10:
    • Update&security -> Windows update -> Finding update... .... .... ....
    Planning to download the latest Win10.ISO (vers.1803) and manually update:
    - Then wait that my ordered new SSD arrives and clone the old HDD to it.
     
    user33331, May 23, 2020
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  4. SRIMADHWA B
    Srimadhwa B Win User

    Re-using a Win10 key from a tossed computer

    Keyboard volume keys not working properly after upgrade to Win10

    Hi,

    Sorry for the delay in replying.

    Uninstall and reinstall the Keyboard driver from manufacturer’s website.

    Follow these steps to Uninstall Keyboard driver.


    • Press Windows key + X to select Device Manager.

    • Search for Keyboard driver and expand it.

    • Right click on the Keyboard driver and select Uninstall.

    • Follow the onscreen directions to complete the process and restart the computer.

    Further, I suggest you to download the latest keyboard drivers from the manufacturer’s website.

    Keep us informed to help you further.
     
    Srimadhwa B, May 23, 2020
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