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Alfos
Copper Contributor
Jun 26, 2026

Windows 11 license transfer problem on a Virtual Machine

Hi everyone, I'm stuck with a Windows 11 Pro activation issue after a VM crash and could use some advice. Context: > Years ago, I got a Windows 10 Pro digital license through the Windows Insider Pr...
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rjdohnert
Tin Contributor
Jun 26, 2026

What specifically did you change about your VM?  I have done this quite a few times myself and havent had an issue with activation.

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    Alfos
    Copper Contributor
    Jun 30, 2026

    Thanks for your reply.
    I had to completely delete the virtual machine (including both the virtual disk and configuration files) and recreate it from scratch.

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    Alfos
    Copper Contributor
    Jun 28, 2026

    Thanks for your answer.
    I had to completely delete the virtual machine (including both the virtual disk and configuration files) and recreate it from scratch.