TestMode Windows 10

[PhiloVance]

I've just received an Envy 13-ab016nr Notebook from Amazon. The Windows 10 installed is a non-activated "Test Mode, Windows 10 Home, For Testing Purposes Only" version. When I try to activate, it says that the product key didn't work with this edition of Windows and that I should get in touch with the store. I contacted Amazon Customer Service and they referred me here.

There was no documentation whatsoever in the box and nothing containing a Win 10 Activation Key. How do I activate the Win 10 on the notebook? Thanks.

[Sparkles1]

Hi @PhiloVance,

Welcome to the HP Forum! 🙂  I am pleased that you have become a HP Forum member. It is such a wonderful site to find answers and tips. Here is a link to guide you to having the most rewarding experience and answer any concerns about posting: First Time Here? Learn How to Post and More.  I was unable to locate the model you provided Envy 13-ab016nr. Would you please verify the product or model number? HP Notebook PCs - How Do I Find My Model Number, Serial Number or Product Number?

I grasp that you purchased this from Amazon's Vine Program which may be why I could not find information yet.  When you powered on the notebook it is in test mode and you would like to know how to overcome this issue. Here is a link to assist you with resolving this difficulty. How to disable the "Test mode" message that is displayed in Windows. 

Please let me know if this resolves the issue by marking this post as "Accept as Solution".  To simply say thanks, click the “Thumbs Up” below!  🙂  If you require further assistance let me know and I will gladly do all I can to help.

[PhiloVance]

Thank you Sparkles1. The solution you posted looks very promising but the notebook is running Windows 10 and the article covers only Windows 8.1, 8, and 7. I suspect that the Windows 8 solution would work, but I'm reluctant to try it. Could you possibly verify that it will work in Windows 10?

Also, I was not able to Activate the Windows 10 installation on the Notebook. Would this solution solve that problem as well?

Here is a link on Amazon to the notebook:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LZKY7RB

Thanks again for your help.

[Mrstenter]

Hi @PhiloVance,

Enter this at the command prompt. 

bcdedit -set TESTSIGNING off

and then restart the Notebook.

Thanks.