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LostUser inquires whether upgrading from Windows 11 Home to Pro can be done simply by changing the product key or if a clean installation of Windows Pro is necessary. Neemobeer responds that entering a valid Pro product key is sufficient, as Windows will handle the upgrade and installation of the necessary components automatically. The overall tone is helpful and informative, emphasizing a straightforward upgrade process without the need for a clean reinstall.

LostUser

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Dear forum,

I want to upgrade my windows 11 home version to the pro version.

Does home upgrades to pro when i change the product key in windows, or do i need to install windows pro, as a clean install?

Thanks
 

Neemobeer

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You only need to enter the product key. Windows will then install the extra components and you're done