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Is it possible to check if a key will work? I don't really want to install it and find it doesnt?
– Callum
Commented Sep 17, 2014 at 2:12
Somewhere on your computer, you should find a COA sticker with a license key. If it is an authentic COA it should have some shiny "holographic" foil. The key printed on the COA will work for the Windows edition specified on the sticker, in either 64 or 32 bit versions (the same key works for either one).
– lzam
Commented Sep 17, 2014 at 2:29
One thing to note is the version of windows 7 you have. Your activation key will not work on pro if its a home key. SORRY just noticed you specified that lol.
– Vdub
Commented Sep 17, 2014 at 2:48
Hmm I gathered that much, when it's finished downloading I'll find the sticker
– Callum
Commented Sep 17, 2014 at 3:15
If the sticker came on the system and the MOBO hasn't been changed it WILL work. Worst case you will have to call the 1-800 number and activate over the phone.
– Vdub
Commented Sep 18, 2014 at 5:52

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