I had to re-install 10 and in the background it automatically re-activated without me having to insert my key (this obviously doesn't happen in 7 automatically) and it also had all the drivers installed which is awesome, but how does it know my product key? My updates aren't downloading like they did before re-installing (they are stalling) so what do I need to do to fix this?
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The thread discusses Windows 10 reinstallation, highlighting automatic activation via linked Microsoft Accounts and driver installation convenience. Users share insights about product key storage on the motherboard and roaming profiles for settings synchronization. The overall tone is informational, with participants referencing official Microsoft support links to understand these features better.
The thread discusses Windows 10 reinstallation, highlighting automatic activation via linked Microsoft Accounts and driver installation convenience. Users share insights about product key storage on the motherboard and roaming profiles for settings synchronization. The overall tone is informational, with participants referencing official Microsoft support links to understand these features better.
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the key is stored on the motherboard
the defualt setting is to wait until you are not using the system then download it in the background... there are many issues but the best way to get a good update is to pug the computer into your router with a cable (not wifi)
you have a roaming profile... any new computers (devices) which log on with the same Microsoft id should get the same settings, desktop image, time | date etc
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This is something new Microsoft is doing with Windows 10 now. If you use a Microsoft Account to log into Windows 10 you're Windows 10 Product Key is added to your account. You don't need to re-enter your key to reinstall Windows.It also automatically activates Windows for you once you're online.
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no ... Microsoft is still trying to get it all working at this point
official links;
Roaming profiles = https://support.microsoft.com/en-au/kb/3056198
Activation = https://support.microsoft.com/en-au/help/12440windows-10-activation
Updates = https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/17154windows-10-keep-your-pc-up-to-date
