activate windows 8 with windows 10 key

After you've installed Windows 10, head to Settings > Update & Security > Activation and you should see that your PC has a digital license. If you didn't enter a key during the installation process, you can enter a Windows 7, 8, or 8.1 key right in this window when you're asked to provide a Windows 10 key.

Will a Windows 8 product key work with Windows 10?
Can I activate Windows with OEM key?
How can I activate my Windows 8 for free?
Does Windows 8.1 drivers work on Windows 10?
How do I permanently get Windows 10 for free?
How do I find my win 8.1 product key?
How do I get my Windows 10 OEM key from BIOS?
How do I find my Windows 10 OEM key?
Can I reinstall Windows 10 with OEM key?
How do I activate Windows 8 on my laptop?
How do I activate my Windows 8 product key?
Does Windows 8 need product key?

Will a Windows 8 product key work with Windows 10?

Yes it works. Starting with the November update, Windows 10 (Version 1511) can be activated using some Windows 7, Windows 8, and Windows 8.1 product keys. During the free upgrade, you can use a valid Windows 7, Windows 8, or Windows 8.1 product key to activate Windows 10 (Version 1511 or higher).

Can I activate Windows with OEM key?

If you purchase the same edition of Windows 10 OEM System Builder license as the current edition of Windows 10 installed on your computer, yes, you can use it to activate the installation.

How can I activate my Windows 8 for free?

Method 1: Manual

Select the right license key for your Windows edition. ...
Run command prompt in admin mode. ...
Use command “slmgr /ipk your_key” to install a license key. ...
Use command “slmgr /skms kms8.msguides.com” to connect to my KMS server. ...
Activate your Windows using the command “slmgr /ato”.

Does Windows 8.1 drivers work on Windows 10?

In general you can assume forwards compatibility of drivers, i.e. a driver built for 8.1 will work on 10, but you should never assume backwards compatibility i.e. a driver built for Windows 10 working on a previous version.

How do I permanently get Windows 10 for free?

Activate Windows 10 without using any software

Open Command Prompt as administrator. Click on the start button, search for “cmd” then run it with administrator rights.
Install KMS client key. ...
Set KMS machine address. ...
Activate your Windows.

How do I find my win 8.1 product key?

Generally, if you bought a physical copy of Windows, the product key should be on a label or card inside the box that Windows came in. If Windows came preinstalled on your PC, the product key should appear on a sticker on your device. If you've lost or can't find the product key, contact the manufacturer.

How do I get my Windows 10 OEM key from BIOS?

To read Windows 7, Windows 8.1, or Windows 10 product key from the BIOS or UEFI, simply run OEM Product Key Tool on your PC. Upon running the tool, it will automatically scan your BIOS or EFI and display the product key. After recover the key, we recommend you store the product key in a safe location.

How do I find my Windows 10 OEM key?

Find Windows 10 Product Key on a New Computer

Press Windows key + X.
Click Command Prompt (Admin)
At the command prompt, type: wmic path SoftwareLicensingService get OA3xOriginalProductKey. This will reveal the product key. Volume License Product Key Activation.

Can I reinstall Windows 10 with OEM key?

Hi islamqasem, that will be no problem, you can reinstall Windows 10 at any time, you will not need a product key and it will not cost you anything !

How do I activate Windows 8 on my laptop?

To activate Windows 8.1 using an internet connection:

Select the Start button , type PC settings, and then select PC settings from the list of results.
Choose Activate Windows.
Enter your Windows 8.1 product key, select Next, and follow the instructions.

How do I activate my Windows 8 product key?

To activate Windows 8 over the Internet:

Log in to the computer as an administrator, and then connect to the Internet.
Press the Windows + I keys to open the Settings charm.
Select Change PC settings in the lower-right corner of the screen.
In PC settings, select the Activate Windows tab. ...
Select the Enter key button.

Does Windows 8 need product key?

Windows 8 setup asks for the product key at the beginning of the setup without letting you install it.