How Do I Install Windows 10 with a Windows 8 1 Key?
Contents After You’ve Installed Windows 10, Head to Settings > Update & Security > Activation and You Should See That Your Pc Has a Digital License. If You...
After you’ve installed Windows 10, head to Settings > Update & Security > Activation and you should see that your PC has a digital license. If you didn’t enter a key during the installation process, you can enter a Windows 7, 8, or 8.1 key right in this window when you’re asked to provide a Windows 10 key.
Can you install Windows 10 with a Windows 8 key?
Yes it works. Starting with the November update, Windows 10 (Version 1511) can be activated using some Windows 7, Windows 8, and Windows 8.1 product keys. During the free upgrade, you can use a valid Windows 7, Windows 8, or Windows 8.1 product key to activate Windows 10 (Version 1511 or higher).
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As a result, you can still upgrade to Windows 10 from Windows 7 or Windows 8.1 and claim a free digital license for the latest Windows 10 version, without being forced to jump through any hoops.
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