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January 2nd, 2017 16:00

How to Find Windows License Key

I have a new DELL Inspiron 5547 that was purchased through Amazon.com.  The computer came pre-loaded with Windows 8.1 PRO.  I would like to record the License Key but am unable to locate it.  It is not on the machine itself, the shipping box, or with any printed material included with the purchase.

Any ideas on how to locate the key?

Thanks,  Dave...

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    Posted January 2nd, 2017 17:00

    The key is hard-coded on a chip on the mainboard - as long as you have a backup set of Dell recovery media, you'll never need the key to install Windows.

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    Posted January 2nd, 2017 18:00

    Good reason to create a backup set, of course.  Are you aware of any way to detect the code so it can be recorded?  Call me crazy but I prefer to have all keys & activation codes recorded for reference.

    Thanks.

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    Posted January 2nd, 2017 19:00

    www.nextofwindows.com/how-to-retrieve-windows-8-oem-product-key-from-bios

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