Where is the product key for my Genuine Copy of Windows 8 located? I did not see it included and when I did a setup, it asked for the product key.
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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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Look on the paper slip cover the Windows 8 disc was in or on the labeling on the computer case. I am out of town and can't remember what the setup was.
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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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I think the problem here is your installation file. I installed through usb boots. Download the file at microsoft website, then install and then buy the key
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I don't thing so but I did read somewhere that it is loaded somewhere in the windows 8 program. I'm still trying to find it. Hope this helps.
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Hi Don't know 100% but earlier the keys were in the bottom of the laptop. Also you bougth the licence with the laptop so either Microsoft or Acer should assit you with all isseues. And the clone should work as original and Microsoft should recognize your licence number. Ask these fellows before proceedeing in case you still hesitate.
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If I remember correctly, Windows 8 Pro product key is encrypted in BIOS. You can't see it (you see it only in BIOS in encrypted format). You never know the actual product key number and you will never lose it because it's on the chip in the computer. Windows 8 Pro software will pull it from there automatically when you install Windows 8 Pro from the disks provided in the package. Windows 7 Pro is currently installed through Windows 8 Pro Microsoft Downgrade Rights Licensing Program.
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I used a backup program (Acronis True image) to copy the OS onto the SSD. It then guided me how to change to boot from the new SSD. No reinstall of Win 8 needed, just copy to SSD and set that drive as boot drive. Pretty easy. It never asked for windows key in the process. For an easier process still, buy the migration kit for your specific SSD which will come with the hardware you may need as well. I was in your shoes and like you thought it was going to be harder than it was. Good luck and enjoy the 5-second boot up afterward. JF
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I had a cd with outdated software and a product key wasn't required. Normally a product key is located on the sleeve of the cd that was provided by the seller. You might have to email them. Good Luck
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Yes ... Windows 8 comes pre-installed ... I purchased mine a few months ago and was set up and ready to go in minutes...
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Mike, thank you for responding. I know the terms of an OEM license, but since I already own a Windows 7 Ultimate retail license I was wondering if Windows 8 will have such license. That's why I was wondering if this license was different since I also know that Windows 8 has different license terms than Windows 7.
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Mine was retail. You will have to make sure that you do contact Microsoft if & when you want to move it to another computer. My license is for only "1" computer. I do have an OEM copy that has not been opened or used that is designed for system builders that I will sell for $150.00 & you pay shipping. Did I give you enough?
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Yes, there was an unused product key. I installed this Windows 8 to replace Windows Home Vista on a blank replacement hard drive for a notebook PC. OEM Windows 8 lacked many features that Vista had, especially (for me) the ability to use the HDMI port.
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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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No it does not include a copy of or license key for Windows 8, Windows 8 ready means that it is compatible with Windows 8 (Meaning it's drivers and software for the motherboard have already been tested and working and are compatible with Windows 8 as an operating system)
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I had no problem at all installing the drive . My problem came in when I installed my copy of Windows 7 and the old drive contained the Old Windows XP ops system. So I started getting statements that my Ops System might be counterfeit. So I spent $67.00 and ordered a full Win 7 Professional and everything is great now. Sorry I could not be of more help.Travis
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I had a slightly different experience. Since Microsoft bakes their Windows 8 product keys into an inaccessible part of the BIOS, there is no sticker to give you a Windows 8 product key. When installing an SSD on other Windows 8 laptops (including the one I'm using right now), the install DVD (I ended up having to buy a license of Windows 8) recognized the product key from the BIOS and uses it. On the Asus G750, this doesn't happen... long story short, if you add an SSD and you want a clean install, you're going to need to buy a copy of Windows 8. Still worth it though.
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Mine came with windows 8. I removed it and installed 7. Made the mistake of reinstalling 8.1 and still hate it.
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Hooch: For the price I paid, I did not expect it to have any software and it did not but I was given the gift by Microsoft of a free upgrade from Windows 8 to Windows 8.1. I personally do not like any one to load up my computer with what they believe I need as far as software is concerned, it means that I eventually need to delete it.