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  1. Posts : 17,322
    Win 10 Pro x64
       #31

    Revol said:
    The activation key is the product key behind the box cover, right?

    So then, what should I do to get another activation key?
    Here's microsoft's Italy store,
    Windows 7 Home Premium versione aggiornamento – Acquista e scarica da Microsoft Store Italia
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  2. Posts : 2,127
    Windows XP - Now Windows 7 Home Premium (64-bit).
       #32

    Revol said:
    The activation key is the product key behind the box cover, right?

    So then, what should I do to get another activation key?
    The 20 character Product *ID* is created during the installation
    process and is prominently displayed towards the bottom (in the
    Activation section) on the opening panel window resulting from
    right-clicking the Computer icon and selecting "Properties" from the
    context menu. It is used to obtain/qualify for technical support
    (limited though that may be) from Microsoft; it is of no use during the
    installation process.

    The 25 character Product *Key* is used to "prove" ownership of a
    legitimate license and is required to perform the installation, and is
    either stored on the DVD packaging on a sticker that says "Do not lose
    this number," or is on a Certificate of Authenticity (CoA) label affixed
    to an OEM computer.
    It's a question of (legal) semantics but in this case - your case - it's the latter 25 character key which you would require for activation.

    Difference between Windows 7 Product Key and Product I.D.
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  3. Posts : 60
    Windows 7
    Thread Starter
       #33

    Alright, thanks for all the help.
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  4. Posts : 17,322
    Win 10 Pro x64
       #34

    Revol said:
    Alright, thanks for all the help.
    You're Welcome, Come on back if need anything else.

    Or even if you don't need anything.:)
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  5.    #35

    You can use the rearm command up to 3 times after resetting activation with the repair install, as long as it is done before 30 days expires.

    This will give you time to shop for Home Premium at a good price, as you only need the key. Be careful buying from 3rd parties, though. Best to get a sealed retail copy from a reputable retailer.

    I'm shopping for HP key for a friend right now in the states and it doesn't seem to get cheaper than $102 retail. Wish i would have bought up a bunch of the pre-sales or family pack at half that price.
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