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Can I upgrade from 8.1 to 11 using my OEM Key?
I'm still on 8.1. Cannot risk a clean install on the current SSD with all my work/settings/software. I'm thinking to buy a new SSD and do a clean install of Windows 11 on it, then copy over my work/f...
When you perform a clean install of Windows 11 on your new SSD, you will be prompted to enter a product key during the setup process. Entering your Windows 8.1 OEM key here should allow Windows 11 to activate by verifying your existing license.