Windows 10: Transferring the Windows 11 Pro Retail version to a new computer

Discus and support Transferring the Windows 11 Pro Retail version to a new computer in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; I had windows 10 Pro retail version with digital license that was upgraded to windows 11 Pro version using a free upgrade. Running the "slmgr /dlv"... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by AM_993, Feb 22, 2025.

  1. AM_993
    AM_993 Win User

    Transferring the Windows 11 Pro Retail version to a new computer


    I had windows 10 Pro retail version with digital license that was upgraded to windows 11 Pro version using a free upgrade. Running the "slmgr /dlv" command still shows that it is a retail version but only a partial windows key is displayed. Can I transfer this windows 11 Pro to a new machine or it is no longer possible since it was free-upgraded from Windows 10 Pro to Windows 11 Pro? Did I pay for a retail version for nothing?

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    AM_993, Feb 22, 2025
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  2. ZACHARY100
    Zachary100 Win User

    Free upgrade from Windows 11 Home to 11 Pro using 10 Pro retail license

    My current computer has an activated Windows 10 Pro retail license. I'm planning to replace my current computer by buying a new computer that comes preinstalled with Windows 11 Home, and then I understand I can use my 10 Pro license to upgrade to 11 Pro for free.

    What's the most straightforward way of accomplishing this? The obvious approach that comes to mind involves two steps:

    1. Reinstall Windows 10 Pro on new computer and activate with my existing retail license.
    2. Upgrade new computer to 11 Pro for free through the settings.
    Is there a simpler way of doing this without having to reinstall Windows 10? For example, would it be possible to somehow "trade in" my Windows 10 Pro license for 11 Pro? I'm fairly new to Windows licensing and am just trying to understand what is possible/best practice, with minimal effort.
     
    Zachary100, Feb 23, 2025
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  3. ANDRE DA COSTA
    Andre Da Costa Win User
    Purchased Windows 10 pro retail version and want to move it to a new motherboard

    Yes, a retail purchased license includes unlimited transfer rights. Its a full version and you can move to new motherboard without hindrance. Learn more:

     
    Andre Da Costa, Feb 23, 2025
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  4. DARJ KING
    DaRj King Win User

    Transferring the Windows 11 Pro Retail version to a new computer

    I built a new computer running windows 11 home. Can I transfer my product key from my old windows 10 Pro?

    How can I transfer my license to my new PC? I have verified it's a retail copy but I can't activate the product key and the upgrading hardware step doesn't list my new PC.

    Do I need Windows 11 Pro or should the 10 Pro key automatically upgrade me?

    How do I do this?
     
    DaRj King, Feb 23, 2025
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