Z50 - 75 - Windows for Windows 10 invalid product key?

Hello

I replaced the HARD drive that came with my Lenovo Z50 - 75 with a SDS and took the opportunity to also upgrade to Windows 10.

I had read in the forum that the Windows key has been incorporated in the BIOS, so I can't needen to worry.

I wrote it down anyway, just in case, and the first two digits are 00.

Of course, when installing Windows asked me a few times for the product key, but he managed to jump. However, oe is configured everything, but my Windows is not saved.

So I went into settings to enter my (old, Windows-8) product key and it is not accepted: apparently, for 10 Windows, the product key may not start with a digit "0".

Issues related to the:

(1) is it possible to have Windows 10 get the key from the BIOS (assuming he's there)?

(2) can / should I enter in manually instead? If so, is there a way to avoid the problem I describe above?

Thank you.

Mod edit: System model added to the subject line to improve visibility / clarity

Hi product keys are different for windows 10 that is why you it
does not accept the product key, the only way is to install windows 8 after upgraded to windows 10 and after that you can do a new installation on it. It will activate it self after installation.

Tags: Lenovo Notebooks

Similar Questions

  • Halo 2 Windows Live invalid product key

    I bought a new copy of Halo 2 for windows. The program activated properly but Windows live says I have a key invalid product no. I searched online and found a lot of people very frustrated with this issue. I am in Australia and am on Windows 7. I can't find a number to ring for help and have spent several hours trying different suggestions from online forums. MICROSOFT, I paid money for this product of yours. I really can't believe I'm having so much trouble with your own product on your own operating system. Hope to solved soon

    Hello

    I suggest you go through the following links and check the status of the question.

    Solve problems with activation for Microsoft games problems and mapping programs.

    http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/960480

    "Invalid product key" error in Microsoft Games, MapPoint, or Streets & Trips.

    http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/812467

    You can also consult the following links.

    Support for the Microsoft Product Activation issues.

    http://support.Microsoft.com/GP/cu_sc_prodact_master

    Support for common problems of PC games.

    http://support.Microsoft.com/ph/7745

  • Windows 8 invalid product key

    Bought a HP Pavilion 500 which is installed with Windows 8. When it became available, upgraded the operating system to Windows 8.1 without problem.

    I used a Software Product Key finder application to recover the product key for this machine.

    Recently, when I went into Windows Update and chose the "add options to Windows 8.1", I entered the product key from the command prompt (without the dashes), and I got the message: "this key will not work." Check it out and try again, or try a different key."

    The OEM product key is restricted?

    Hi DuxChux,

    The upgrade of Windows requires purchasing an activation key. You can't use the existing key embedded in your current installation, when you use the applet of the control panel "Add features to Windows".

    Jaco

  • The Windows 7 Professional product key you typed is invalid for activation?

    Hi, I'm a user of Dell who recently installed Windows 8. He wouldn't let me dualboot, so I installed it on my C: drive. I then installed 7 on my D: drive (I also have an E: drive but it is for storage). Now I get the following error message 'the Windows 7 Professional product key you typed is invalid for activation' I went to the proproties system and clicked on activiate now. After that, I have 3 choices.

    1 buy a new product key.

    2. enter a new product key.

    3. contact Microsoft to help solve this problem.

    So I tried clicking on the third on. Then this help file came.

    Several support options

    If you can't find an answer here, try these additional support options.

    Ask someone for help

    • Get a friend to help you on the Internet

      If you have computer-savvy friends, use the Windows Remote Assistance to allow access to a friend your computer on the Internet and help solve you a problem. You can watch what they're doing and interact with them while they help you.

    • Ask the experts and other users of Windows

      There are a lot of people knowledgeable in online communities who can answer questions such as yours. The Microsoft Answers site is a great place to start.

    • Contact technical support

      Go online to contact your computer manufacturer or Support Microsoft client for technical assistance. Microsoft technical support is also available by email, chat or telephone.

    Other resources

    • Get more on the Windows website

      The Windows Web site has more information, downloads, and ideas to get the most out of your Windows 7 PC.

    • Find Info for IT professionals

      If you are an IT professional, go to the Microsoft TechNet site to find detailed technical information.

    Any ideas?

    You use a Dell OEM SLP key on a hp computer. It would never work.

    If your hp COST is for professional, you can change the product key to the one on your COA. If this isn't the case, you can buy professional or return to windows, your computer comes with that.
  • Invalid product key Windows 7 Anytime Upgrade

    I just bought from best buy on 21/02/2011 the upgrade to window 7 Professional. It is a perferated card, which opens and inside is the PIN # for the recovery of the product key into windows Anytime upgrade. I followed the impulse entering pin # I received a product key code, but as I entered the scheduled slot, which is only a crack, after 10 seconds, I received a warning of "invalid product key". I bought a product upgrade of Microsoft Windows software with the granting of licenses and patents and my object still does not work. My Acer computer, came with a starter to home premium from windows, and the geek squad said I was all good for the upgrade, why I feel this messege difficulty or error or invalid product key messege

    Please be correct and accurate when the retailer that you have installed. There is no such thing as a "Windows Home Premium Starter"

    Do you have Windows 7 Home Premium or Windows 7 Starter installed?

    Please understand that any time updates are for specific upgrade paths.

    Anytime Upgrade paths are as follows:

    Windows 7 Anytime Upgrade prices list of the U.S..

    * Windows 7 Starter to Windows 7 Home Premium: $79.99
        * Windows 7 Starter to Windows 7 Professional: $114,99
    * Windows 7 Starter to Windows 7 Ultimate: $164.99
        * Windows 7 Edition Home Premium to Windows 7 Professional: $89.99
    * Windows 7 Home Premium to Windows 7 Ultimate: $139.99
    * Windows 7 Professional to Windows 7 Ultimate: $129.99

    One you have? Please note that you need the right key for the edition that you want to upgrade to.

    Releasing it's easy: with Windows | ActiveWin | Laptops | Microsoft MVP

  • 'The unattend answer file contains an invalid product key' cannot install Windows 7

    'The unattend answer file contains an invalid product key' appears during installation of Windows 7 Edition Home Premium with a 3 user license. Cannot complete the installation of the operating system. Suggestions for how to find this answer file?


    I am upgrading to Windows XP.  I have a MacBook Pro with Parallels Desktop 5 installed.  I have this computer configuration with two users and that you have successfully installed Windows 7 Home Premium (retail version 3 critical lic) to the user.  When I tried to install Windows 7 via Parallels on the second user I came across the answer file contains an invalid product key.

    Mike

    Please try to perform a clean boot. Please see the link below on the steps to perform a clean boot in XP.

    http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/310353 Andre Da Costa http://adacosta.spaces.live.com http://www.activewin.com

  • Windows 7 reinstall "invalid product key".

    I recently started a computer fixing for someone, they got three Dell Optiplex 755 desktop computers, and I got a few pieces of each of them (hard drive, processor, ram cards). I got the computer to boot, but since it's so old and I don't know what is the file system and it is a bit slow, I tried to reinstall Windows. I have the disc to install Windows 7 Professional x 64 and went to control Panel\All Control Panel Items\Recovery\Advanced recovery methods then clicked Reinstall windows. It restarts with the disc and went to the screen configuration, but then stopped and said that you can not install Windows because it has an invalid product key. Don't know why it does, but when I got to do start back when I also got to put in it, it says that Windows needs to be reactivated because of hardware changes, so in PowerShell, I typed in [slmgr-ato]. It worked, and after a reboot the lower right corner of the Office had more "Is not a genuine copy of Windows" on this subject, so I guess it worked. Can someone help me?

    Hello

    Please contact Microsoft Community.

    I understand that you are having problems in the activation of windows.

    As initial troubleshooting I suggest you refer to the mentioned article and check if it helps:

    http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/Windows-7-activation-error-invalid-product-key

    See also:

    http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/Windows-7-installation-problems-frequently-asked-questions

    I hope this helps. Feel free to contact us again for assistance.

  • Installed gta4 used social Rockstar to activate now windows live says invalid product key

    Well, I had problems to install gta4. I used a live windows update program and then I could play the game on windows live and social rockstar has been removed. Since I activated on rockstar social live windows it says its an invalid product key. Any suggestions?

    Hello

    1. what exactly is the problem you are having?

    2. are you referring to the GTA IV of the Xbox live game?

    3. what exactly do you mean when you say "turn it on now windows live '?

    If the problem is with Windows Live, you can post the question here.

    http://answers.Microsoft.com/en-us/windowslive

    For more information about how to install GTA IV using Xbox live, you can contact Xbox support.

    http://support.Xbox.com/en-us/browse?product=games

    Provide more information so that we can help you.

  • Error code 45090 indicating the invalid product key when reinstalling Windows XP.

    Original title: Windows XP Activation.

    I reinstall Windows XP on my computer. I used exactly the same media that came with the computer. But when, Activation by internet, I got the error message 45090 indicating invalid product key. I have check the product key and enter it again, but the problem still persists.

    I tried via the phone (number 1-88) by entering the long number (Installation id) and it tells me that it is a number of invalid product or something like that.

    Help!

    Hi uagtecos,

    You can follow this link completely & check if the problem persists.

    You receive an error message after you enter the product key when you try to install Windows XP

    Hope the helps of information.

    Please post back and we do know.

  • Put a new hard drive into the computer, Windows 7 family premium says "Invalid product key" help?

    Hi, recently my harddrive got fried by a virus, I had a new hard drive to see that my product key is no longer valid... Seriously can I buy a new Windows 7 just to get a new product key?

    Skip entering your product key Windows 7 and complete the installation.

    When you reach the desktop, click Start, right-click on computer

    Click on properties

    Scroll down to the Windows Activation

    Click the link to change your product key

    Enter your product key and use the phone Activation to activate your license. Be sure to explain your situation to the Appeals Officer.

    Activate Windows 7 on this computer:
    http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/activate-Windows-7-on-this-computer

    Invalid key:
    http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/Windows-7-activation-error-invalid-product-key

    Releasing it's easy: with Windows | ActiveWin | Laptops | Microsoft MVP

  • Windows 2003 server the trial verson activation error: "invalid product key. Pls Help.

    I am trying to activate my trial 360days WIn 2003 version but the error: "INVALID PRODUCT KEY".

    Please any help?

    It seems that the trial was for the RC2 release of the server - not the release.

    It is time-bommbed and it has expired yonks.

  • I lost my original Windows XP Edition product key family.

    I lost my software for windows xp home edition original and I insert a different cd but still invalid product key

    original title: product key

    Unfortunately, there is nothing we can do for you if you have lost your product key for Windows XP Edition family.

  • Reinstalling Windows 7 Ultimate - product key error

    My hard drive crashed, I replaced the hard drive and I'm trying to reinstall windows 7 ultimate.  The problem is that the product key, I have a upgrade (I've upgraded from a version of XP OEM) and now I have an invalid product key.  What should I do?

    How to activate Windows 7 or Vista manually (activate by phone)
    http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/950929/en-us

    1) click Start and in the search for box type: slui.exe 4
    (2) press the ENTER"" key.
    (3) select your "country" in the list.
    (4) choose the option "activate phone".
    (5) stay on the phone * do not select/press any option * and wait for a person to help you.
    (6) clearly explain your problem to the support person.
    (7) the person must give you a confirmation ID, copy it down on paper,
    (8) check that the ID is correct in reading the support person.
    (9) to enter the ID number, then click 'Next' to complete the activation process.

    ----------------------------  Alternatives -------------------------------------

    To enable the use of the phone
    1. open Activation of Windows by clicking on the Start button, right click on computer, clicking Properties.
    then by clicking on activate Windows now. ?

    2. click on show me other ways to activate.

    3 type your Windows 7 product key, and then click Next.

    4. click on use the automated telephone and then click Next.
    If you are prompted for an administrator password or a confirmation, type the password or provide confirmation.

    5. click on the location nearest you from the drop-down list, and then click Next.

    6. call one of the available phone numbers listed. An automated system will guide you through the activation process.

    7. When prompted, enter the installation ID that is listed on your screen in your phone keypad.

    8 Note the confirmation ID the phone system gives you.

    9. under the terms of step 3, type the confirmation ID in the space provided, click Next, and then follow the instructions.

    10. If the activation is not successful, stay on the line to be transferred to a product activation agent who can help you.

    Microsoft Activation centers worldwide telephone numbers:
    http://www.Microsoft.com/licensing/existing-customers/activation-centers.aspx
    (This site is for activating Volume License, but if you call, they will help you)

    The phone number is not working:
    Microsoft Wordwide contacts: http://www.microsoft.com/worldwide/default.aspx

    Activation and registration of a Microsoft product
    http://support.Microsoft.com/?kbid=326851
    Windows activation: (888) 571-2048

    J W Stuart: http://www.pagestart.com

  • The product key you entered will not work with this edition of Windows Vista. You must run the Windows Vista Setup program or enter a Windows Vista business product key

    Product key bad for the wrong version?

    Hello

    Recently the computer in business inherited from a friend, very fast and very good. Regardless of the operating system no - geniue, is with Vista Business, while the thumbnail of authentication is Vista Ultimate. I took a screenshot of what it says when I put Vista Ultimate product key: (it does not appear if you are unable to use it: P)

    http://S13.PostImage.org/57nfn5pqv/vistareg.jpg

    He said: "the product key you entered will not work with this edition of Windows Vista. You must run the Windows Vista Setup program or enter a Windows Vista Business product key."

    How would the installation of Windows Vista? My files would still be there when you need him? My drivers would still exist? No matter what to get deleted or become unusable? He would return to SP1? Any response is welcome.

    You can order form of the manufacturer's recovery media.

    The reason why the system as non-authentique shows currently is using a license in Volume KMS - these licenses must be re-activated at least every 6 months by connecting to the KMS user license activation server.

    It will require a reformat and reinstall whatever you do, unless you can connect to the KMS - Volume media server cannot be upgraded under normal conditions.

  • How can I reinstall Windows 10 without product key?

    Original title: windows problem

    I installed windows 10 once by Microsoft account. After some time, my computer got slow & I wanted to uninstall. After my computer stable, I tried to reinstall. But he's asking for product key? I downloaded free Microsoft account. How could I have reinstall the window 10 without product key?

    After the upgrade to Windows 10, you cannot use your Windows 7 or Windows 8/8.1 product key.

    Click on this Later.

    Check if you have installed November update:

    How to check if you downloaded or installed the update Windows 10 November

    If you do, then all you need to do is change the using your Windows 7 product key or product key 8:

    Click Start > settings > Update & security > Activation > change product key and then enter the new product key, and then click Next to activate

    If you do not have the November update, download it, and then do an upgrade of the repair:

    How to download official Windows 10 ISO files

    then

    How to: upgrade an of repair using the file ISO for Windows 10

    also check

    How to install and activate Windows 10 using your Windows 7 or Windows 8 product key

    also

    How to find your product key after the upgrade to Windows 10

Maybe you are looking for