Windows 10: Transferring Non-OEM Windows 10 key to a new PC

Hello!

I recently built a new PC, and would like to transfer the current Windows license (on the computer that I am typing this on), to the new one.


I'm having trouble finding the product key. The standard way of finding it, thru admin command prompt, is not working. Are there any other ways to find the key on my own, or do I have to contact support?


Additional Information- I originally got this license through a long-gone Win7 CD, then did the free upgrade to 10 when they offered it.


Thanks!
Ben

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Building a new rig to transfer Windows 10 but not sure if it's OEM or Retail

If you upgraded from a retail box copy Windows 7, it has retail transfer rights.

Use the following to see if you can find the original Windows 7 key. If you can't find the original Windows 7 key, you won't be able to transfer it.

Step 1: How to Find Your Product Key After Upgrading to Windows 10

Step 2:

• How to Transfer your Windows 10 License to a New Computer

 

Can I Transfer an OEM Product Key to New PC?


I built a new PC and want to install windows 8.1. For this I need to buy a product key. I was told that OEM product keys are "married" to the motherboard for life.

But lets say I install win 8.1 and use an OEM product key yo activate it. And lets say in the future I get rid of the old motherboard and install a new motherboard. Will I be able to transfer the product key to the new motherboard? Or would I need a retail product key to transfer the key to a new PC or motherboard?

 

Windows 7 OEM key

Generally the upgrade has to be done first, before a clean install can be done, and it's not really relevant to transferring the key to another system.