Windows 10: Windows 10 Deactivation Issue

Discus and support Windows 10 Deactivation Issue in Windows 10 Ask Insider to solve the problem; Woke up today to find an Activation Watermark even though I've been using Win 10 Pro for the past 2 years without an issue (Came pre-installed on my... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Ask Insider' started by /u/ThatKidinAfrica, Jul 9, 2020.

  1. Windows 10 Deactivation Issue


    Woke up today to find an Activation Watermark even though I've been using Win 10 Pro for the past 2 years without an issue (Came pre-installed on my MSI Laptop). Haven't changed anything in the hardware either.

    Called Microsoft support, gave them my product key and they said it was for the Home Edition and that I'd either have to install Home instead or Buy the Pro Edition for an extra $99. But if the key is for the home edition then how have I been using Win 10 Pro and all it's features (Bitlocker etc.) for two years without a problem? Help, Please.

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    /u/ThatKidinAfrica, Jul 9, 2020
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  2. Ahhzz Win User

    Windows 10 Tweaks

    Pressing “Windows+Pause Break” (it’s up there next to scroll lock) opens the “System” Window.

    Windows 10: In the new version of Windows, Explorer has a section called Quick Access. This includes your frequent folders and recent files. Explorer defaults to opening this page when you open a new window. If you’d rather open the usual This PC, with links to your drives and library folders, follow these steps:

    • Open a new Explorer window.
    • Click View in the ribbon.
    • Click Options.
    • Under General, next to “Open File Explorer to:” choose “This PC.”
    • Click OK


    credit to Lifehacker.
     
    Ahhzz, Jul 9, 2020
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  3. New install Windows 10 (issue solved)

    It's good that you're not experiencing any issues. Unfortunately many folks are, a quick Google search will show the same info im offering the OP.

    Heres a couple examples:

    Here

    Here

    It's basically what I mentioned above, small issues here and there ,but nothing to end your day.. for the most part.

    I know it's anecdotal, but for my experience 95% of the time it's perfectly fine. The issues I've run into wouldn't be enough for me to roll back , but they would be enough (had I not installed it yet) ,to avoid it for another couple weeks which is why I'm suggesting it to the OP

    Windows 10 Fall Creators Update problems and complaints
    • Installation problems with the Fall Creators Update
    • Microsoft Edge problems with the Fall Creators Update
    • Drivers problems with the Fall Creators Update
    • Experience problems with the Fall Creators Update
    keep in mind, as of recently, the FCU is installed on 5% of devices roughly.....
     
    jboydgolfer, Jul 9, 2020
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  4. Monk.e83 Win User

    Windows 10 Deactivation Issue

    Unlocked Realtek HD Audio Drivers Windows 7 & 8 (With Dolby Digital Live and DTS Interactive)

    DTS supported natively by Windows 8/8.1 and it should work on windows 10 too just DDL require to unlock your driver .
     
    Monk.e83, Jul 9, 2020
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