Activating Windows Operating Systems

Summary

Information for activating Windows operating system.

Body

Issue/Question

Why is my device prompting for a product key or digital license to activate Windows?

Environment

  • Windows

Resolution

Depending on how you received your copy of Windows, you will need either a 25-character product key or a digital license for activation.

WKU does not provide product keys or digital licenses for Windows operating systems for personal devices.

You may visit: Find Your Windows Product Key for more information.

If you are experiencing this issue with a WKU-owned device, please contact the ITS Service Desk or submit a service request by clicking the Request Service button.

Details

Details

Article ID: 4146
Created
Thu 4/11/24 4:59 PM
Modified
Tue 5/5/26 2:06 PM

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