how do i input the previous Genuine product key in to the bios

[ueranda]

i bought a HP desktop computer (HP Prodesk 600G1). from a lightning strike the main board busted. i bought a new main board how do i input the previous Genuine product key in to the bios. ( My OS is windows 8.1) please help on this.

 

[maxie]

Hi Welcome to Seven Forums ... First the old OEM Product Key will not work on a new Motherboard ..

Impossible to put a Product Key in to the BIOS this is done with special tools ..

Also it would be illegal ...

I am sure HP have been helpful with replacing the Board and a new Product Key ...