Windows 7 is still wildly popular among users, despite its age. And the question of its activation is one of the most important aspects when working with the system. You will have to either buy a license key or use special programs - activators. Everything is clear with purchasing a license key, so let’s talk about free alternatives. Let's see how to activate Windows 7 using various activators, or postpone it for a month in a legal way.
How to open the Windows activation window?
To open the Microsoft Windows activation window, you must perform the following steps:
- Open Settings. You can do this by pressing “Win + I”.
- Go to Update & Security.
- Click on the “Activation” button.
A field will appear where you can change the product key through the corresponding active link. Next, you can activate the existing combination.
How to activate Windows 7 using the activator
This is the easiest way to obtain a license, which can be used even by a novice user. And most importantly - it's free. Let's look at the 3 most popular activators and find out how to use them. We will provide download links only to the main one; the rest can be easily found in search engines.
KMS Auto
The simplest and most reliable way. All actions are done in exactly the same way as activating Windows 8.1. The unpacking password is 123.
Don't forget to add the file to your antivirus exclusions!
Windows Loader
One of the most well-known activators is the Windows Loader program, which injects a special code into the system that tells it every time it starts that the activation was successful. Let's see how it works:
- Download Windows Loader and run it with administrator rights.
- Pay attention to the circle next to the program name - it should be green. If it is red or yellow, then you need to hover over it and see what needs to be done (usually you need to close the browser or, for example, Total Commander).
- If everything is fine, click the “Install” button and then restart your computer.
This completes the activation. If you suddenly want to stop using the license key, run Windows Loader again and click the “Uninstall” button.
This activation method is illegal, so its use is not recommended by Microsoft specialists. But let's face it, Windows Loader has helped hundreds of thousands of users resolve licensing issues, so you have nothing to fear.
Windows 7 Loader from Matrix
After launch, the following window will appear:
- Download and run the activator.
- In the main window of the utility, click the “Activate” button on the button that is highlighted.
- When a message appears indicating that the operation was successful, restart your computer.
If this activator worked normally, you can safely install updates without fear that it will crash.
After the computer restarts, the operating system selection window will appear. Two download options will appear - Windows 7 (non-activated version) and Windows 7 Loader XE (activated version). Select the second line and boot - the system will be activated.
So you don't have to choose the right operating system every time
- Right-click on the “Computer” icon and select “Properties”.
- Click the "Advanced system settings" link in the menu on the left.
- In the "Boot and Recovery" field, click the "Options" button.
- Remove o and select “Windows 7 Loader XE” in the line above. Save your changes. After completing these steps, the activated version of the system will load automatically, without waiting and without your choice. By the way, the presence of two entries in the boot menu does not mean that you have two operating systems installed. This activator made changes to the boot.ini file.
RemoveWAT
The RemoveWAT program works in all versions of Windows, but after using it, you must definitely disable automatic updates (which is highly undesirable). Use it only if previous activators did not help you:
- Launch the program.
- Click "Remove WAT" in the utility window.
- Wait for the activation process to complete and restart your computer.
Now, to prevent activation from failing, you need to disable automatic system updates:
How to do it
- Go to “Control Panel”.
- Go to Update Center.
- Click on the “Settings” link in the menu on the left.
- Select the "Don't check for updates" option.
- Save the changes by clicking "Ok".
In principle, you can set the parameters so that the system will look for updates, but you will make decisions about installing them personally. You just have to figure out what update the next authentication file carries.
What is a Windows Digital License?
A digital license allows you to activate the OS without a key. It is tied directly to the hardware. Binding is carried out to several components: hard drive, processor, sound card, adapters, etc. That is, the license turns out to be tied to a specific PC. But if you need to replace one element in the future, its effect will not stop.
Important! We do not recommend using KMSAuto and other activators, as the software may contain viruses that can harm your PC. A more justified solution is to purchase a suitable product in our online store and activate your OS.
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Delayed activation
All Microsoft products, including Windows 7, have a delayed activation feature. Let's see how to activate Windows 7 using deferral via the command line.
- Launch Command Prompt with administrator rights.
- Enter the command
1 slmgr /rearm and press Enter.
- Restart your computer after receiving a message indicating that the activation operation was successful.
Please note that the deferment procedure must be carried out on the penultimate or last day of activation. In total, Windows 7 deferral can be used 3 times. By simple calculations we determine that in the end you will have 120 days of free use. After 4 months (the first is a trial period, then 3 delays), you will have to decide again how to activate the system.
You can find out detailed information about the license, including the available number of deferments, using the command:
| 1 | cscript %windir%\system32\slmgr.vbs -dlv |
If the deferments are over, you can install Windows 7 again and use the system for free . Another way is to create a system recovery image and then use it to roll back to a state four months ago. However, both of these methods are not convenient, since they involve reinstalling (restoring) the system, which leads to the removal of installed programs and the loss of some files.
Buying a Windows 10 Product Key on eBay
I recently discovered an interesting way to activate the system. You need to install the required version of the system, buy a key for about 200-300 rubles, enter and activate the system. Some say it's illegal, but others use this option and don't complain. I myself don’t know how to feel about this, but I’ll tell you about the method.
Register on eBay and enter “Windows 10 Pro” in the search bar. We are presented with a large selection of goods, the prices of which vary greatly. But you need to buy from the seller with the highest rating and many positive reviews.
You buy the key in a way convenient for you and wait for it to arrive in the mail. Once received, enter it and enjoy your licensed copy.
What to do if the key is not activated?
Please note: Steam Support does not handle issues related to key activation. Refunds for a game, add-on or program added to the library in this way are also not possible.
Error “You have entered an incorrect digital product key” : first make sure that the key is definitely intended for activation on Steam and not on some other service. Then check that your input is correct. Pay special attention to the symbols 0, O, Q and D, they are easy to confuse. You can also make a mistake when entering 1, I and L or V and Y, enter the number 6 instead of G, or enter the number 8 instead of B. If the key does not fit, contact the support service of the store where it was purchased.
Error “The entered key has already been activated on another account”: in this case, first remember, perhaps you activated this key yourself when you were authorized in the program with a different username and password. If so, re-login to Steam.
If you gave a card or disk with a printed key to a “friend” to hold, he could use it and not tell about it. Unfortunately, such situations happen; not everyone acts honestly when it comes to profit. You will have to sort things out with the scoundrel, or even write a statement to the police. But it is better to resolve the issue through negotiations and not communicate with such a person in the future.
If the key was not activated by you, and no one else could do it, contact the seller.
How to find out the ID of a computer or laptop?
To find out the computer ID you need:
- Go to “Start” and type “cmd” in the search bar or press the hot keys “Win + R” and enter the same command.
In the Start menu, type cmd in the search.
- Run the program as administrator.
Run the command as administrator
- Type “ipconfig/all” and press enter.
Enter the command “ipconfig /all” and press “Enter”
- In the window that opens, find the network card. The ID is listed in the physical address line.
Id is indicated in the “Physical address” line
Let's sum it up
Activating Windows 10 helps remove restrictions set by Microsoft to combat piracy. This can be done with a license key, which is issued when purchasing an official copy of the operating system. There is also a way to activate Windows for free. To do this, you need to use special software - KMSAuto Net or Re-Loader Activator.
Find out what the process of creating a bootable Windows 10 USB flash drive looks like for later installing the operating system from the drive.
Where to get a license key to activate Windows 10
The legal way is to buy a key. There are several ways to purchase it:
- Purchase through the Windows PRO version store.
- Purchasing the boxed version.
- Purchasing a laptop or computer on which the key is already linked to the equipment. (The most expensive way).
From the store you can easily upgrade to the Pro edition, but if you have any version other than “For one language”. I have already encountered this myself and cannot update the top ten due to the OEM cost.
Ten can also be bought on the official Microsoft website, although it costs 8,699 rubles there, so few people will want to spend that much money, given the availability of cheaper methods, and also free methods.
