Windows 10: Windows 11 Pro Activation issues

Discus and support Windows 11 Pro Activation issues in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; I got this key as a gift yes I know it is used they gave me an old computer with the key on it I have deactivated the old laptop and deleted the key... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by Nathanael Marcroft, Mar 13, 2025.

  1. NATHANAEL MARCROFT
    Nathanael Marcroft Win User

    Windows 11 Pro Activation issues


    I got this key as a gift yes I know it is used they gave me an old computer with the key on it I have deactivated the old laptop and deleted the key using elevated cmd and slgmr /upk After letting me upgrade before I'd tried without deactivating old laptop and it didn't work then I deactivated and it upgraded it is now giving me this error Even though it says I have a retail license for windows pro editionIt was working on the other computer but not hereI've tried the activation troubleshooter and it didn't helpAny help is appreciated

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    Nathanael Marcroft, Mar 13, 2025
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