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1. • • A product key is a 25-character code, that looks like this: PRODUCT KEY: XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX During installation, you'll be prompted to enter a product key. Or, after installation, to enter the product key, select the Start button, and then select Settings > System > Activation > Update product key > Change product key.
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   How to clean install Windows 8.1 with Windows 8 product key?

   • If you have a retail Windows 8 product key and want to clean install Windows 8.1 or Windows 8.1 Update, then you would need to enter a generic key below to install unactivated with, and change the product key later on in step 22 below to activate with your Windows 8 key.

   Upgrade from Win 8 to Win 8.1 now wants activation key

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   What is Windows 8.1 Update?

   • Windows 8.1 Update is a cumulative set of security updates, critical updates and updates. Important! Selecting a language below will dynamically change the complete page content to that language. Windows 8.1 Update is a cumulative set of security updates, critical updates and updates.

   Download Windows 8.1 Update (KB2919355) from Official Microsoft

   www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=42327.

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   Can Windows 8.1 be activated with a Windows 8 product key?

   • I had heard extensively among other users that Windows 8.1 could be activated with a Windows 8 product key, after going through the installation using the Windows 8.1 Professional KMS product key freely provided by Microsoft.

   Windows 8.1 Product Activation with Windows 8 Upgrade Key

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   Should I clean install Windows 8.1?

   • If you have a retail Windows 8.1 product key and want to clean install Windows 8.1 or Windows 8.1 Update, then you are good.

   Upgrade from Win 8 to Win 8.1 now wants activation key

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3. support.microsoft.com › en-us › windowsInstall the Windows 8.1 Update (KB 2919355) - Microsoft Support

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   Jan 10, 2023 · Learn how to check for, download, and install KB 2919355, an update for Windows 8.1 and Windows RT 8.1.

4. www.microsoft.com › en-us › software-downloadDownload Windows 8.1 - microsoft.com

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   If you will be installing the operating system for the first time, you will need your Windows product key (xxxxx-xxxxx-xxxxx-xxxxx-xxxxx). For more information about product keys and when they are required.

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