How to find the Windows 10 product key pre-installed on a laptop - Microsoft Q&A (2024)

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John Monson 6Reputation points

2022-05-23T03:21:57.913+00:00

My laptop is preinstalled with Windows 10. Then I changed the preinstalled Windows key to another key. Now I want to switch back to the preinstalled key, but I cannot find the key. Is there any way to know the key? I have lost bill documents and the warranty card.

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  1. How to find the Windows 10 product key pre-installed on a laptop - Microsoft Q&A (2)

    sidorenk 60Reputation points

    2024-05-27T10:24:52.9666667+00:00

    To find the Windows 10 product key pre-installed on a laptop, follow these steps:

    1. Press Windows + X and select Windows PowerShell (Admin).
    2. Type the command: wmic path softwarelicensingservice get OA3xOriginalProductKey.
    3. Press Enter; your product key will be displayed.

    If you need a new license, contact only Microsoft partners like Hypest-KEY for genuine products.

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    sidorenk 60Reputation points

    2024-05-27T10:25:09.3266667+00:00

    To find the Windows 10 product key pre-installed on a laptop, follow these steps:

    1. Press Windows + X and select Windows PowerShell (Admin).
    2. Type the command: wmic path softwarelicensingservice get OA3xOriginalProductKey.
    3. Press Enter; your product key will be displayed.

    If you need a new license, contact only Microsoft partners like Hypest-KEY for genuine products.

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      Docs 15,511Reputation points

      2022-05-23T06:48:04.613+00:00

      Open administrative command prompt and type or copy and paste:

      wmic path softwarelicensingservice get OA3xOriginalProductKey

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        Maisha Disha 0Reputation points

        2023-04-05T09:18:53.0833333+00:00

        Thank you! your reply helped in my case. I almost got a panic attack when I mistakenly uninstalled my product key. now I found the digital key and reactivated my windows 11!

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      T. Kujala 8,711Reputation points

      2022-05-23T04:02:01.91+00:00

      Hi @John Monson ,

      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.

      Have you chance to contact the manufacturer?

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        Gunjan Singh 0Reputation points

        2024-01-04T21:08:50.09+00:00

        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

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        How to find the Windows 10 product key pre-installed on a laptop - Microsoft Q&A (2024)

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        How to find the Windows 10 product key pre-installed on a laptop - Microsoft Q&A? ›

        If you purchase your Windows 10 license from the Microsoft Store, a copy of the product key is stored in your Microsoft Account. Microsoft will also send you a copy of the product key in a confirmation email. If you don't see the confirmation email, check your junk mail folder.

        How to check pre-installed Windows 10 product key? ›

        Here's how to do it:
        1. Access Command Prompt: Press the Windows key + S to open the search bar. Type “cmd” into the search bar. ...
        2. Enter the command: Once the Command Prompt window is open, type or copy and paste the following command: wmic path softwareLicensingService get OA3xOriginalProductKey. ...
        3. View your product key:
        Aug 1, 2024

        Can I get my Windows 10 product key from Microsoft account? ›

        If you purchase your Windows 10 license from the Microsoft Store, a copy of the product key is stored in your Microsoft Account. Microsoft will also send you a copy of the product key in a confirmation email. If you don't see the confirmation email, check your junk mail folder.

        Where to find product key for Microsoft Office that is already installed? ›

        If you downloaded Office online, log in to your account on the Microsoft website. Navigate to your Office subscription, and you should find an option to view your product key.

        Where is my Windows 10 digital license stored? ›

        Open Settings > System > About. Look for the "Windows edition" and "Activation" sections. If it says "Windows is activated with a digital license linked to your Microsoft account," the key is stored in the cloud and not readily accessible on the local machine.

        How can I find my original Windows 10 product key? ›

        The product key is on a label or card inside the box that Windows came in. For more info, contact the retailer that sold you Windows 10 or Windows 11.

        Where to find Windows 10 OEM product key? ›

        The W10 OEM product key should be encrypted in your notebook's BIOS. Download, install and run the free Showkey Plus app from the Microsoft Store and it should show you the OEM product key and the version of Windows the key is good for. You should be able to activate Windows with the OEM product key.

        Is my Microsoft Office product key stored on my computer? ›

        If you paid for an Office product to be included on your new Windows PC, a digital product key is transmitted to your PC when you activate Windows. You won't receive a printed product key. Instead, you'll see a message similar to the following when you start Word (or any Office app).

        How do I find my full Microsoft Office product key? ›

        Replies (7) 
        1. Go to the Microsoft account website and sign in with the email address and password associated with your Microsoft account.
        2. Once you are signed in, click on the "Services & subscriptions" tab.
        3. Locate the Microsoft Office product that you want to retrieve the license key for and click on "View product key".
        Dec 28, 2023

        Is Windows 10 product key stored on motherboard? ›

        For Windows 11 and Windows 10, the product key is "injected" onto the computer motherboard at the factory. Installation and Windows activation both see the information in the BIOS of the computer to verify authenticity. Owners of these computers do not need a physical key to input.

        What is the product key of Windows 10? ›

        KMS Client Product Keys
        Windows VersionProduct Key
        Windows 10 Home Single Language7HNRX-D7KGG-3K4RQ-4WPJ4-YTDFH
        Windows 10 ProW269N-WFGWX-YVC9B-4J6C9-T83GX
        Windows 10 Pro NMH37W-N47XK-V7XM9-C7227-GCQG9
        Windows 10 Pro for WorkstationsNRG8B-VKK3Q-CXVCJ-9G2XF-6Q84J
        25 more rows

        How to find product key using cmd? ›

        Viewing the Windows 11 product key
        1. Enter "cmd" in the search box on the taskbar and open Command Prompt.
        2. Enter the command wmic path SoftwareLicensingService get OA3xOriginalProductKey and press Enter. The text displayed in the format of "XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX" is the product key.

        How do I activate my Windows 10 product key after installation? ›

        Select the Start button, then select Settings > Update & Security > Activation > Change Product Key, then enter the product key. If you installed a retail copy of Windows 10 on your device using a Windows 10 product key and then made hardware changes, follow this same process using your Windows 10 product key.

        How do I get back pre-installed Windows? ›

        Use the installation media to perform a clean install
        1. Select the Start button, then select Settings > Update & Security > Recovery . ...
        2. Under Advanced startup, select Restart now.
        3. Select Use a device, and then choose the device corresponding to the external storage device you're using.

        Where is the Windows key on the keyboard? ›

        Where is the Windows key on the keyboard? On most Windows-enabled computer keyboards, the Windows key can be found a couple of keys to the left of the space bar. It is also near the Ctrl and Fn keys. On some keyboards, the winkey is next to or near the Menu or Application key, which functions as a right-click key.

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