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After acquiring the Windows 8.1, there is need of activation within a particular time frame so that you can continue to use it. It is quite a simple process to activate the program. You have got the instructions as well as the activation key duly installed in the package. If you lose the activation key, you need not to worry because there are alternate methods of activation of this operating system.
Recovery of the key that is lost: First of all, you will have to download the key retrieval program. You can extract the buried key in the registry by the help of the key retrieval program that comes without cost. Here, you will find the two options. One is the product key and second is the Key Finder. You can download both these programs from the websites of the developers and these are free of cost. Although the paid version are available; but you can retrieve the Windows 8.1 with the free version. Use technical support number for Windows 8.1 for further assistance if needed.
Commence the program of key retrieval – You do not need the installation of the program. You will get the list of the keys available and have to simply run the program.
You can write down the key or can simply copy the key. Your key is listed as the CD key or the product key. The Windows product key is of 25 characters that are broken into five different groups comprising of 5 characters each.
Activation of Windows 8.1:
You need to open up the activation window first. After this, you can enter product key. The key is fixed to the PC on a sticker. There is no requirement to type dashes. The dashes will be added in an automatic manner. The moment the key is put in, the Windows 8.1 will activate by self. If the above steps are failing to work, you have the option to go for the elevated command prompt and enter the key. As an alternative, there is always a convenience for the technical support number for Windows .
Tips
· In the windows 8.1 package, you will have the product keys. IF you have the key, there is no need of the installation by the help of a command prompt.
· You can use the product keys on the specific number of computers. If you have exceeded the limit, the key will automatically lose the validation.
· The good news is that Microsoft has made the things quite relaxed when it comes to Windows 8.1. The company has also made specific alterations as far as the availability of the new product key to users is concerned.