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bakker_erik
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Feb 07, 2021

Windows 10 Evaluation cannot be activated (product key is blocked)

Hi,   I'm using the Windows 10 Evaluation software (been using the software for years) but since a few days when I install the OS it gives an 'license has expired' and 'product key has been blocked...
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Dean Brighton
Copper Contributor
Feb 08, 2021
I can confirm this problem too. And yes, it DOES activate to enable the 90 day evaluation.
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    JamesRankin
    Copper Contributor
    Feb 08, 2021

    Dean Brighton You mean you CAN get it to activate for 90 days? Mine show expired as soon as they are built 😞

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    Loveisallyouneed
    Copper Contributor
    Feb 08, 2021

    Dean Brighton Hello same issue here. One solution I found is to use the Windows 10 LTSC 1809, the activation key is still working.

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      HotCakeX
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      Feb 08, 2021
      I tried Windows Server insider preview 2022 evaluation keys yesterday and they worked fine.
      has anyone tried other evaluation products too?

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