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March 8th, 2020 09:00

Windows 10 Activation

I recently replaced my hard drive and installed Windows 10.  The system is an XPS 8500.  It originally came with Windows 7 and upgraded to 10.  Since intallation, I have a message in the bottom right indicating "Activate Windows".  When I go through the process I get a message indicating "Windows reported that no product key was found on your device.  Error code: 0xC004F213".  How can I get the product key back?  I no longer have the original drive.

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    Posted March 9th, 2020 03:00

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    Posted April 26th, 2022 18:00

    How was this issue solved. I have the same issue and need to finish install, but have no key for windows.

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    Posted April 26th, 2022 18:00

    Hello, I see you are looking for technical assistance. If you need our help, you can start a private message with us and we will be happy to assist you.


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    Posted July 14th, 2022 22:00

    Enter Your Product Key Again
    Entering your Windows key again may refresh your license information and fix the problem.

    • Navigate to Settings.
    • Then select Update & Security.
    • Click on Activation.
    • Select Change product key
    • Enter the key you used before and check if re-validating it fixes the issue.


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