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When trying to upgrade from Windows Home to Pro using the product key provided for University-owned PCs, I get the error message 'The product key you entered didn't work. Check the product key and try again, or enter a different one. (0xc004f050)' and can

Last updated on 2024-07-31

If you encounter an error stating that the provided product key cannot be used, you may be able to change the edition to Pro by first upgrading your system using a product key for a higher edition than Pro (such as Enterprise or Education), and then entering the Pro product key again. We suggest trying this method.

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