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‎02-15-2022 01:12 AM

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Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (64-bit)

HDD broke down. Where to get the key to reinstall Windows.

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‎02-15-2022 06:40 AM

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Activated.

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‎02-15-2022 02:02 AM

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Hello Hennady,

 

You don't need a Windows key because the license is tied to the mainboard of the HP PC/notebook.
So:
- just put in a new hard drive and reinstall Windows 8.1.
- Just skip serial input
- After the installation, safely activate Windows 8.1

 

BR

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‎02-15-2022 05:02 AM

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I put the SSD on. Installed Windows 8.1 sinlle lang. Not activated. Product Key * * * * -9D6TC

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‎02-15-2022 05:05 AM

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Might be the wrong version of Windows? Where to get the right one?

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‎02-15-2022 05:07 AM

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Could you tell the product number of the Notebook/PC, please?

You can find it in the back or under the device, or in the HP Support Assistant.

 

BR

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‎02-15-2022 05:39 AM

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Read the key from the bios. Doesn't activate anyway!

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‎02-15-2022 06:04 AM - last edited on ‎02-15-2022 10:02 AM by Moderator

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Model HP Pavilion 17

Product Number F7T34EA#ABD

Serial Number [Personal Information Removed]

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‎02-15-2022 06:40 AM

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Activated.

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‎02-18-2022 10:35 AM

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HP Laptop 15-dw0xxx 

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