Windows 10: windows 10 not activated after upgrade

Discus and support windows 10 not activated after upgrade in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; I recently installed Windows 10 on my surface pro 3. The device had been sitting in a drawer since 2015, thought I could make use of it again. I... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by Jeff Longley, Feb 19, 2024.

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    windows 10 not activated after upgrade


    I recently installed Windows 10 on my surface pro 3. The device had been sitting in a drawer since 2015, thought I could make use of it again. I upgraded the OS from windows 8.1 pro, as I much prefer Windows 10. It is now telling me my OS is not activated. Are you able to help me activate the license?

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    Jeff Longley, Feb 19, 2024
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