Update Windows 8.1 to windows pro

I have a simple question! I just ordered a new Dell XPS 8700 desktop computer and it will come loaded with Windows 8.1. I currently own a Windows 8 PRO software and I was wondering if I can change it to the new computer without running trouble activating and make all legal since I no longer use my old one and if so what is the best way to go about this?

Just use the product key Windows 8 Pro upgrade Windows 8.1 to Windows Pro 8.1.

Press the Windows key + X

Click System

On Windows, click the link:


Get more features with a new edition of Windows


Click on the "I already have a product key link.

Enter your product key and you will be promoted to the Pro.

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