Windows 8 no activation required

Thanks for your feedback, it helps us improve the site. In reply to Bill Smithers's post on November 5, I did not attempt to use the key on another computer. This key has worked for over a year. As my PC is custom built, Windows was not prepackaged - I purchased the key separate.

It is Windows 8. I tried going through the support links, all I ever get is how to activate a product, which doesn't work. In reply to MikeMel1's post on November 5, As an update, I tried to uninstall the product key, since my current was showing up under "Current product key". I was able to uninstall it, but after I tried re-entering the code, it stated the key does not work, but set it as the current product key again. I am very confused as to why it is doing this if it worked before.

Which kind of says the same thing, a slightly different way. Check your KMShost. The output you showed us earlier, clearly confirms that your KMShost is not using an R2 product key. Yours do not have R2. If you tried to add an 8. Office Office Exchange Server. Not an IT pro? Windows Client. Sign in. United States English. Ask a question. Quick access. Search related threads. Remove From My Forums.

Answered by:. Archived Forums. Windows 8. Use this forum to discuss miscellaneous issues that cannot be covered in any other Windows 8. Call one of the available phone numbers listed. An automated system will guide you through the activation process. If you're not able to complete activation successfully, you will be connected to Microsoft support for your region and country. When you begin activation, Windows will try to use your internet connection to activate online.

Enter your Windows 8. Select Activate Windows , and then select Contact customer support for help. You may be asked for an admin password or to confirm your choice. If you're experiencing activation issues, see Why can't I activate Windows and Get help with Windows activation errors. Learn more. Select the Start button , right-click Computer , select Properties , and then select Activate Windows now. If Windows detects an internet connection, select Activate Windows online now.

If I'm wrong about that someone please tell me where to look. KevClynes 2 Bronze. Post Reply. Top Contributor. Dell Support Resources. Latest Solutions. Can't find what you're looking for? You can post your question in our community.