Windows 10: windows key already in use?

Discus and support windows key already in use? in Windows 10 Gaming to solve the problem; Just built a PC and a bought a new sealed in box windows 11 USB from amazon. went to change my wallpaper and it says i need to activate windows first.... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Gaming' started by MattD971, Apr 7, 2025.

  1. MATTD971
    MattD971 Win User

    windows key already in use?


    Just built a PC and a bought a new sealed in box windows 11 USB from amazon. went to change my wallpaper and it says i need to activate windows first. I typed in the key and it came up as already in use. What should I do?

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    MattD971, Apr 7, 2025
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  2. EXODUSPRIME1337
    exodusprime1337 Win User

    windows xp installation and dual core am

    could someone please list the steps they follow to install windows with a dual core processor and windows xp service pack to. I'm reletively new to amd dual core and i feel i'm missing a step. All help will be appreciated. thanx
     
    exodusprime1337, Apr 7, 2025
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  3. CHOJITIGER
    ChojiTiger Win User
    Taskbar bug: switching to another window -will not appear at the front


    Follow either of these steps to fix the issue with the Active window hiding behind.

    Method 1:
    I suggest you to disable window by hovering over it with the mouse and check if it helps. To do so I suggest you to try the below given steps and check if it helps:

    1. Press Windows key + X key and click on Control Panel.
    2. Select or click Ease of Access.
    3. Click or tap onEase of Access Centre.
    4. Click on Make the Mouse Easier to Use was uncheck Activate Window by hovering over it with the mouse.
    5. Check if issue is resolved.
    Method 2:
    I would suggest you to completely uninstall the touchpad driver and reinstall it. Kindly follow the below given steps.

    1. Press “Windows key + X” and click on “Device Manager”.
    2. In the list of devices, you should see the touchpad drivers.
    3. Right click on the device and then select "Uninstall".
    4. In the uninstall dialog, make sure you select the option to delete the driver package from the system. This causes the driver package installed earlier to be deleted.
    5. In the Action menu of Device manager, select “Scan for Hardware changes” option. This will cause the device driver to be reinstalled. Once the driver is installed, close all windows and restart the computer.
     
    ChojiTiger, Apr 7, 2025
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  4. MONK.E83
    Monk.e83 Win User

    windows key already in use?

    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, Apr 7, 2025
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