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Windows will not reactivate after a motherboard replacement and a Home-to-Pro reinstall
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In this example, a repaired desktop receives a fresh Windows Pro installation. The previous installation was Home with a digital license linked to the owner’s Microsoft account. The activation troubleshooter does not make Pro activate. What should be checked before assuming the linked account is broken?
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If we reinstall the matching edition, is transfer automatically guaranteed?
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No. Eligibility depends on the license and circumstances. Confirm the entitlement and use official support or the manufacturer when the supported reactivation process cannot resolve it.