Upgrade oem to open license

I didn't see a step in the instructions that required media? You edit the registry then run a command that prompts you that the software isn't activated or product key is invalid , then input the new key then reboot? Nope, sorry. It's me. You won't need media to change the key, but if ever you need the media you have to use the appropriate version for the installed key. To continue this discussion, please ask a new question.

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If you upgrade from a retail version, it carries the rights of a retail version. Full version Retail : - Includes transfer rights to another computer. From the end user license agreement: