Windows 10: Upgrade windows 11 home to pro/education via CSP/Partner methods - for free.

I work for a MS partner and we use the below page to gain upgrade keys for schools and education establishments.Upgrade Windows 11 Home to Windows 11 Education - Partner Center Microsoft LearnHowever this time we've had to make 3 tickets and each time the MS support agent seems to be clueless on the process and just makes up 'rubbish' to try and get out of helping. All their advice is fruitless and just ends up at making another support ticket or being sent to the Education site which just puts you in touch with a MS partner - who funnily enough use the same link above.My biggest frustration

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Windows 11 Home to Windows 11 Education

Hi, I work with schools and we are a Microsoft Partner and sell CSP licences. We have a school using M365 A3 CSP licences. Previously we have been able to acquire licences to upgrade Windows 10 Home to Windows 10 Edu/Pro following this documentation. However I followed the steps for Windows 11 and the team rejected my application saying I had processed the request incorrectly and I should speak directly to Windows consumer support. Anyone else experienced this, is there a new process?

Upgrade Windows 11 Home to Windows 11 Education - Partner Center

 

Configuring Open value program with CSP for windows 11 pro

My requirement

1. I want to purchase windows 11 pro Volume license under Open Value Program along with KMS to support my local activation process
   (KMS is only available if I purchase through Open Value prg)
   

My re-seller suggested

1. Purchase windows 11 Pro with CSP (I will get MAK)
   
2. Upgrade above license with the Open Value agreement to get KMS
   

Problem/Query

1. Is this the correct way to obtain/purchase Volume license along with KMS ? if Yes - Help me with further queries - if No - share me the proper way to purchase (re-sellers doesnt know much so dont refer to them)
   
2. How can I link my CSP with KMS(Open value agreement) - Reseller doesn't know this
   
3. To purchse CSP - Re-seller has SKU/part code - DG7GMGF0CGSH
   
4. Please share SKU/part_code for Open value program - windows 11 pro - re-sellers doesn't get the same from any distributor from India - so sad but true.
   

Looking forward to have detail resposne for each my query

Thanks a lot in advance

 

purchase of windows 11 pro

Hello Neetu,

Windows 11 Pro Upgrade CSP: CSP stands for Cloud Solution Provider. It is a licensing program that allows organizations to purchase Windows licenses through authorized Microsoft partners. The Windows 11 Pro Upgrade CSP refers to the upgrade license for Windows 11 Pro edition obtained through the CSP program. This licensing option is typically suitable for businesses or organizations that prefer to manage their licenses and software purchases through a partner.

Windows 11 Pro CGWA: CGWA stands for Commercial Government and Academic. It is another licensing program offered by Microsoft. The Windows 11 Pro CGWA refers to the edition of Windows 11 Pro designed specifically for commercial, government, and academic organizations. This licensing program provides specific benefits and pricing tailored to these sectors. It typically includes features and support options that meet the specific requirements of organizations in these domains.

At the end, the decision is yours. I would also recommend that you post this question at the partner forum. Microsoft Partner Community - Microsoft Community Hub The Answers Community here is for general retail consumers. Your question has exceeded the supporting scope here. Your question will be better answered by folks at the partner community. Good luck!