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I have a problem reactivating my Windows. I updated the BIOS of my computer and I cannot reactivate Windows.

Ahmad Jamal 0 Reputation points
2025-01-03T12:19:48.3366667+00:00

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  1. Hania Lian 20,271 Reputation points Microsoft Vendor
    2025-01-03T13:43:00.23+00:00

    Hello.

    After the BIOS update, Windows may become inactive. This is usually because BIOS update may change certain hardware information, causing Windows to think that the hardware has changed and thus requiring reactivation.

    Can you reactivate Windows by entering previous product key?

    Is there any error code when trying to activate?

    Or you can try phone activation with the following steps:

    Select Start> Settings > System > Activation.

    Under Activate Windows Now section, select Activate by Phone

    Best Regards,

    Hania Lian

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