Windows 10: [Solved] Can't Reactivate Windows 10 After a Motherboard Swap

Hello,


I recently have a motherboard die on me so I had to buy a new one. After installing it Windows now says its not activated anymore. I tried to use the "I changed hardware on this device recently" and it ways its unable to reactivate Windows. Can someone please help me with this? I cant afford to buy a whole new license. I also cant find my product key in the conformation email I was sent when I bought the license and no product key is showing up in my order history.

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Can´t reactivate windows 10 after hardware swap

Hello, I just today swapped out my motherboard and cpu and needed to reactivate my windows 10 license. I don´t have a key for windows 10 since it came from the upgrade from window 7. I do however have my windows 7 key still at hand.

 

Reactivate windows 10 after motherboard changed.

I swapped my HP dead motherboard with a AMD 2006 motherboard and I need my windows 10 reactivate. the AMD 2006 motherboard has windows vista but I need windows 10 or 7.

 

win 10 motherboard change, reactivating windows

Hi Famie,

If you are planning to change your motherboard, you will still be able to activate your Windows 10. In Windows 10 version 1607, there is a feature that you can link your Microsoft account to Windows 10 digital license on your device.
This can help you reactivate Windows using the Activation troubleshooter if you make a significant hardware change later, such as replacing the motherboard.

That being said, we suggest that you follow the steps given on this article
to reactivate your Windows 10 after a hardware change.

Let us know if you need further assistance.

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