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This Copy of Windows Is Not Genuine (After a Hardware Swap)
After replacing some hardware components in my computer, I started receiving the message that this copy of Windows is not genuine. The issue persists even though I have a valid license, and it causes...
Hi, after a major hardware change, especially a motherboard swap, Windows activation may no longer match the original device. Run the Activation Troubleshooter and choose the option for changed hardware. If the licence is retail, Microsoft support can usually help; if it is OEM, it may be tied to the old motherboard