Windows 10: Windows Activation failure after updating BIOS

Logged into PC This morning and found that "Windows is not activated" on my desktop, and claiming that I've changed hardware. I didn't, I updated the BIOS Firmware to the latest version as there is a security flaw in my previous BIOS. Nothing else has changed, I am still running the same CPU, i7 10700k, still running the same motherboard, Aorus Z490 AX Pro, still running same graphics card... in fact I haven't even changed the thermal paste in 4 months... But somehow windows says I have changed my hardware.I have tried the troubleshooting tool and that fails, Tried to call Microsoft and they

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Windows 8 failure configuring updates and reverting

I agree 8 is awful! It's not for me though... I replaced a broken screen in a Win 8 laptop that was given to me and I am going to give it for free to someone that can't afford one so they can do homework at home. Yes I took it from 8 to 8.1 back on 10/09/2014. This is what I posted there...

"Great post! I found a similar one. I would like to point out that you may want to edit your OP...

1. Step 1 should read to disable AUTOMATIC updates, not disable manual updates.

2. KB2871398 should really read KB2871389

I would like to say that KB2917499 may also be needed as it was in my case. I also had to run the Windows Update Troubleshooter after installing those 2 updates. After these steps I was able to begin my 8.1 download from the Microsoft store. I don't know if it made a difference or not, but I also went into the Bios and disabled "Secure Boot."

It was a helpful post. Thanks!

 

MSI 5870 BIOS Update

Still can't reproduce. Could you please post the exact BIOSes that produce the issue?