why wont my windows 7 product key activate windows 10

If your Windows 7 product key is not activating Windows 10, it could be due to a few reasons:

1. Upgrade Eligibility: Windows 7 keys are generally valid for upgrading to Windows 10, but the key must be a retail version. OEM keys (those that come pre-installed on laptops) may not work for this purpose.
2. Key Type: Ensure that the key you are using is not a Volume License Key, as these are typically not valid for consumer upgrades.
3. Activation Issues: Sometimes, the activation servers may have issues, or there may be a temporary problem with the Microsoft activation service.
4. Hardware Changes: If there have been significant hardware changes to your laptop, this can affect the activation process.

To resolve the issue, you can try the following steps:

• Use the Windows Activation Troubleshooter, which can be found in the Settings under Update & Security > Activation.
• If the troubleshooter does not resolve the issue, consider contacting Microsoft Support for further assistance.

Make sure you are entering the key correctly and that it corresponds to the original version of Windows 7 that was installed on your device.

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Good afternoon. Unfortunately, it is no longer possible to activate Windows 10 with original Windows 7 and 8.1 keys. Microsoft has blocked all keys from these systems, preventing the activation of Windows 10 and 11 with these licenses.