I just bought one but it looks like the windows installed is not activated yet. So how do i obtain the windows key to be activated?
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Should be on the license key sticker on the rear of the machine or in the media kit that came with it.
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AnonyMouse,When facing the front of the system, look on the side panel to your right. In the top corner nearest the front, you will find a label. This is the Certificate of Authenticity or "COA". The product key is located on the label. If you have any other questions, or need assistance in activating Windows, please contact our friendly Customer Service Team; they will gladly assist you. We can be reached, toll-free, by phone at 855-490-2569 or by email, at: support@cybertronpc.com. Please reference 'DY44'.
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Mine came loaded with Windows 7, but it has an official Windows 8 sticker on the bottom. Win 8 may be included somehow, but I'm just not interested enough to find out where.
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I do not know why you would be having a problem activating. You could take a look at this: http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-8/why-activate-windowsActivation carries very few real benefits. It's a nuisance to have an unactivated copy, but you can ignore the activation messages and still use the computer for now. Certain Microsoft products such as Microsoft Security Essentials might require an activated version of Windows before you can use them (at least this happened in 7). I don't know if not having it activated will cause you problems down the line, so I recommend getting that fixed as soon as possible. Try contacting the seller and let them know the key you got doesn't work. I do not know why you would be having a problem activating. You could take a look at this: http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-8/why-activate-windowsActivation carries very few real benefits. It's a nuisance to have an unactivated copy, but you can ignore the activation messages and still use the computer for now. Certain Microsoft products such as Microsoft Security Essentials might require an activated version of Windows before you can use them (at least this happened in 7). I don't know if not having it activated will cause you problems down the line, so I... » Read More I do not know why you would be having a problem activating. You could take a look at this: http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-8/why-activate-windowsActivation carries very few real benefits. It's a nuisance to have an unactivated copy, but you can ignore the activation messages and still use the computer for now. Certain Microsoft products such as Microsoft Security Essentials might require an activated version of Windows before you can use them (at least this happened in 7). I don't know if not having it activated will cause you problems down the line, so I recommend getting that fixed as soon as possible. Try contacting the seller and let them know the key you got doesn't work. « Show Less
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There should be a disc inside that has the software to program it to whatever keys you want. Its a small disc and is easily missed inside the packaging.
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I bought it when I did because it has Windows 7. It may have been updated since I got it in September, but the one I have is Windows 7.
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Can I use product key from this to activate on and install from steam? I need the cable (obviously) but the laptop I want to use for practice doesn't have a DVD drive.
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They sent a.Windows 7 disk. I installed it and then it took me to the Microsoft registration process via the web and phone. I have had it over a year and it's just fine.
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I did not use the disc that came with the box. I downloaded the trial version (2015) from the web site. Then, I use the product key from the box to activate.
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Thanks Terence!This is exactly the info I was looking for! One more question, do you know if the copy of Windows 7 that is factory-installed comes already activated or do you have to activate it on first-boot? If I am to replace the hard drive with a new one (that being the only change) I don't want to face potential activation lock-out because Microsoft thinks I'm trying to install it on an entirely different machine.
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Yes open the synapses and turn on gaming mode and the windows key will not work while gaming mode is on
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No it doesn't I've tried to download the drivers fot it and windows still don't reconized it
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The one I received had a "legal" product key... meaning it was accepted by Microsoft when I activated the installation ...
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I kindly suggest you take it off and perhaps clean under it. I find it very stranger only one key doesnt work so im inclined to believe there might be something under that key or on the laptop's surface not allowing for it to work. About shipping it back? i would contact the seller. Cheers!
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It should come pre installed. The Windows 8 code is on the side of the comp.
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sorry, I guess you need to contact the seller and/or review the description of the items to see if the windows version was stated as genuine. When I purchased mine, the seller described the item as containing a genuine Windows operating system. Wish you luck!
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Sometimes they put a sticker on the side of the tower. If not there I believe they give you the product key under pc info in the settings.