Used my RTM key on RC


  1. Posts : 4
    Windows 7
       #1

    Used my RTM key on RC


    Don't ask me why I did this, I just did

    I was wondering, though. When I entered my RTM key at the end of RC setup it said that I had activated that version of windows and when I go to system is tells me it's activated. I'm still getting warnings that my OS will expire in a few hours here so it's got me worried. I'm about to put in my Windows 7 Disc and reinstall but I want to be sure that the key I have won't be invalidated because I used it on my RC.
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  2. Posts : 13,354
    Windows 7 Professional x64
       #2

    It won't be inactivated, don't worry. If it is, just give MS a call: Microsoft Volume Licensing - Activation Centers
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  3. Posts : 2,528
    Windows 7 x64 Ultimate
       #3

    If it's the same exact hardware then there is a good chance that it won't, but if it does, you can explain to the activiation person on the phone that you accidentally used an old RC copy instead if your retail copy when re-installing. and they will likely get you activated...

    Theres really nothing else you can do at this point.
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  4. Posts : 4
    Windows 7
    Thread Starter
       #4

    Just to be sure, there is a 30 or 60 day trial period in which to obtain a key before I can no longer use the new OS, right?
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  5. Posts : 13,354
    Windows 7 Professional x64
       #5

    There is a 30 day period that the OS can be used without a key. Don't worry, it should not think twice about accepting your key.
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  6. Posts : 4
    Windows 7
    Thread Starter
       #6

    Thanks a ton! I appreciate the help :]
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