Under an agreement with Microsoft, users who upgrade to Windows 10 receive a licensed system. At the same time, its activation takes place in the background, that is, the OS does not inform the user in any way that the process has been successfully completed. Therefore, not everyone knows how to understand if a copy of the system is activated. The situation is similar with the license key and activation terms - you have to look for this data yourself.

How to Check Windows 10 Activation

Check if yours is activated a copy of Windows 10 can be done in several ways:

  1. Through the system properties window: you need to press the Win + X keys and select the "System" tab in the menu that appears. At the very bottom of the window there will be information about whether Windows activation has been completed or not. The license key will also be displayed here.

    The easiest way to find out if Windows 10 is activated is through the system properties window

  2. In the system settings: you need to click the "Start" button and select "Settings", then find the "Update and Security" section, then open the "Activation" tab in the menu on the left. All information will be there: system release, activation data and product code.

    All data about Windows activation are also displayed in the "Settings" menu of the system

  3. With the help of a script command line: for this, a special script SLMgr.vbs is used, which is responsible for managing licenses, license keys and activations of the operating system. To execute it, you need to launch the command prompt with administrator rights by pressing the Win + X key combination. In the drop-down menu, select the "Command Prompt" item and type the command "slmgr / xpr". If the system is activated and the activation period is indefinite, the message "The machine is permanently activated" will appear. In the case of activation valid until a certain period, the system will display a window with the end date of this period.

    Using the SLMgr.vbs script, you can check if Windows 10 is activated and find out the activation dates

The cscript slmgr.vbs -xpr command prints an activation message to the command line console.

How to find out the activation period of Windows 10

If a license key was entered during system installation or the current OS was upgraded to Windows 10, then the activation period is infinite. If the trial version was installed on limited quantity days, then to check the period, you need to press the combination Win + R, in the window that opens, enter the command "winver.exe". A window will open in which the activation expiration date will be indicated. If it is not indicated, then the system is set for an indefinite period.

The system has a specific activation period only if a trial version is installed

In addition, the activation period can be found using the SLMgr.vbs script, which is described in detail above in paragraph 3.

How to find out the license key of installed Windows 10

The product license key is a 25-character code - it is used not only to activate the system, but also to reinstall, so it's better to know it and not lose it. Since the activation of Windows 10 takes place in the background, the user is not informed of the code in any way, and he needs to look at it himself. There are several ways to do this:

  • with the help of special programs;
  • through the system properties window (see point 1 above);
  • through the system parameters (see point 2 above);
  • using scripts.

The easiest way to look at the code is through the system settings or the properties window, but these methods are not always available - for some reason, the computer may not display numbers or display the "No data" message. Therefore, you have to resort to special programs for viewing license key or to scripts.

Utilities for viewing the activation code can be downloaded from official sites and installed on your PC. There are several, here are the simplest:

  • Speccy - Russian-language application with user-friendly interface, which shows all information about the OS, including its serial number: it is located in the "Operating System" section;

    In the Speccy utility, the license number is located in the "Operating system" section

  • ProduKey is a utility that does not need installation, you just need to download it and run it, the activation key will immediately be displayed in the information window;

    The ProduKey utility only shows the license key, but it starts up quickly

  • ShowKeyPlus does not require installation either, the application is simply downloaded from the official website and launched. Serial number is shown on the screen.

    The ShowKeyPlus utility also does not need to be installed - it displays the system key immediately after launch

In addition, the license key can be found by running a special script. This method will be more complicated than those described above, but sometimes for some reason the installation third party applications not available on the computer. The task is then executed using native Windows PowerShell.

First you need to open the Notepad program and create a file with the extension .ps1 in it: for this, the value “All files” is entered in the “File type” field, and the extension is entered by hand. Copy the following script to the file:

$regHKLM = 2147483650

$regPath = "Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion"

$DigitalProductId = "DigitalProductId"

$wmi = "\\$env:COMPUTERNAME\root\default:stdRegProv"

$Object = $wmi.GetBinaryValue($regHKLM, $regPath,$DigitalProductId)

$DigitalProductId = $Object.uValue

If($DigitalProductId)

$ResKey = ConvertToWinkey $DigitalProductId

$OS = (Get-WmiObject "Win32_OperatingSystem" | select Caption).Caption

If($OS -match "Windows 10")

$value ="Windows Key: $ResKey"

$w1="The script is for Windows 10 only"

$w1| Write Warning

$w2="The script is for Windows 10 only"

$w2| Write Warning

$w3="An unexpected error occurred while getting the key"

$w3| Write Warning

Function ConvertToWinKey($WinKey)

$isWindows10 = ($WinKey/6) -band 1

$WinKey = ($WinKey -band $HF7) -bOr (($isWindows10 -band 2) * 4)

$Symbols = "BCDFGHJKMPQRTVWXY2346789"

$CurIndex = $CurIndex * 256

$CurIndex = $WinKey[$X + $OffsetKey] + $CurIndex

$WinKey[$X + $OffsetKey] = ::Floor(($CurIndex/24))

$CurIndex = $CurIndex % 24

$KeyResult = $Symbols.SubString($CurIndex,1) + $KeyResult

$last = $CurIndex

while($c -ge 0)

$WinKeypart1 = $KeyResult.SubString(1,$last)

$WinKeypart2 = $KeyResult.Substring(1,$KeyResult.length-1)

$KeyResult = "N" + $WinKeypart2

$KeyResult = $WinKeypart2.Insert($WinKeypart2.IndexOf($WinKeypart1)+$WinKeypart1.length,"N")

$WindowsKey = $KeyResult.Substring(0,5) + "-" + $KeyResult.substring(5,5) + "-"+ $KeyResult.substring(10,5) + "-"+ $KeyResult.substring( 15.5) + "-" + $KeyResult.substring(20.5)

Next, start the Windows PowerShell shell itself: press the Win + R key combination, and in the window that appears, enter "powershell" - this is the most fast way. In the window that opens, type cmd command and the name of the directory where the file created in Notepad is stored, press the Enter key, then enter the script name in the form: "./filename.ps1" and press Enter again.

Photo gallery: how to find out the license key of installed Windows 10 using a script

Create a text file in Notepad and copy the script there Save the text file as .ps1 (choose All Files from the File Type menu) Launch a PowerShell shell via the command on the line quick launch Type cmd command, directory path with text file and script name

Sometimes you may see a message that scripting is disabled on the system. Then in the PowerShell console you should enter the command "Set-ExecutionPolicy RemoteSigned", and then confirm the actions with the Y and Enter keys.

Video: how to find out the activation key for Windows 10

How to find out the computer ID on Windows 10

To remotely activate programs and remotely control your PC from other devices, you need to know its ID. You can find out on your own. To do this, in Windows 10, you need to go to the "Control Panel", sequentially open the sections "Network and Internet", "Network and Control Center and public access", "Change adapter settings". Next, in the window that opens, on the adapter you are using, you need to click right click mouse, select the "Status" item and in the window that appears below, click the "Details" button. In the column " Physical adress” and your ID will be listed.

There is an easier way, the previous one still requires a lot of gestures. Through the combination Win + R, you need to call the line quick access, type cmd, press Enter and type "ipconfig /all". A window with data will be displayed, where in the section "Physical address" the required computer ID is indicated.

To find out the computer ID, just type "ipconfig / all" at the command line

Despite the fact that Windows 10 activation occurs without direct user intervention and without issuing an information window about completion, you can always see if the system is activated and also find out the license key. It is better to do this using Microsoft tools, although they also resort to installing and running third-party applications. The main thing is to run and install on your computer only verified files from official sources.

After activating Windows 10 installed on your PC, you can view all the data about this process: whether it was activated or not, whether a license key was received to activate the system, the id of the computer for which activation was performed. All this data can be found and verified using the built-in Windows Tools, as well as through third-party programs.

How to find out the license key of installed Windows 10

Windows status is information about whether the system is activated by entering a license key and confirming it, as well as the number of an individual activation key. You can find out this data in several ways: through system settings, command execution, computer settings, third-party programs and scripts. Remember that the license key consists of 25 numbers and letters divided into 5 blocks of 5 numbers or letters.

Through the execution of commands

In this way, you can only find out whether Windows is activated, but the product key will not be specified:

How to check activation through computer settings

Through system settings

Through a third party program

Another way to find out the activation key is to use a third-party program:


Through scripts


Script to be in the file:

    Set WshShell = CreateObject("WScript.Shell")

    regKey = "HKLM\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\"

    DigitalProductId = WshShell.RegRead(regKey & "DigitalProductId")

    Win8ProductName = "Windows Product Name: " & WshShell.RegRead(regKey & "ProductName") & vbNewLine

    Win8ProductID = "Windows Product ID: " & WshShell.RegRead(regKey & "ProductID") & vbNewLine

    Win8ProductKey = ConvertToKey(DigitalProductId)

    strProductKey = "Windows Key: " & Win8ProductKey

    Win8ProductID = Win8ProductName & Win8ProductID & strProductKey

    MsgBox(Win8ProductKey)

    MsgBox(Win8ProductID)

    Function ConvertToKey(regKey)

    Const KeyOffset = 52

    isWin8 = (regKey(66) \ 6) And 1

    regKey(66) = (regKey(66) And &HF7) Or ((isWin8 And 2) * 4)

    Chars = "BCDFGHJKMPQRTVWXY2346789"

    Cur = regKey(y + KeyOffset) + Cur

    regKey(y + KeyOffset) = (Cur \ 24)

    Cur = Cur Mod 24

    Loop While y >= 0

    winKeyOutput = Mid(Chars, Cur + 1, 1) & winKeyOutput

    Loop While j >= 0

    If(isWin8=1) Then

    keypart1 = Mid(winKeyOutput, 2, Last)

    winKeyOutput = Replace(winKeyOutput, keypart1, keypart1 & insert, 2, 1, 0)

    If Last = 0 Then winKeyOutput = insert & winKeyOutput

    a = Mid(winKeyOutput, 1, 5)

    b = Mid(winKeyOutput, 6, 5)

    c = Mid(winKeyOutput, 11, 5)

    d = Mid(winKeyOutput, 16, 5)

    e = Mid(winKeyOutput, 21, 5)

    ConvertToKey = a & "-" & b & "-" & c & "-" & d & "-" & e

Video: checking the activation of the operating system

How to check activation expiration dates for Windows 10

If you entered a license key, then the activation period will be infinite, since Windows is activated once and for all. But if you installed on your computer trial version system issued to you for a certain number of days, you can view when the trial period ends by doing the following:


Video tutorial: how to find out the activation expiration dates

How to find out the computer ID of Windows 10

Computer ID is the same as ID network card installed in it, since with the help of this card the computer makes all connections to the Internet. You can view the unique computer code without third party programs by doing the following:

  1. Right-click on the Start icon at the bottom left of the screen.
  2. Select "Device Manager".
  3. Expand the Network Adapters tree.
  4. Right-click on your network card and open its properties. The name of the network card is different for everyone, you should not navigate by it.
  5. Go to the "Details" tab.
  6. Expand the "Properties" block and select the line "ID or hardware ID".
  7. The "Values" block will contain all the IDs related to your PC.

On this search for information about Windows state and computer ID is over. You can always view the activation key through the computer settings if the old one is no longer valid or was entered incorrectly. Remember that you need to activate Windows 10, that is, pay for a license key, only once. So if your key is no longer accepted by the system, contact the official Microsoft support service.

Windows 7 among users is still wildly popular, despite its age. And the question of its activation is one of the most important aspects when working with the system. You will either have to buy a license key or use special programs- activators. With the purchase of a license key, everything is clear, so let's talk better about free alternatives. Let's see how to activate Windows 7 using various activators, or postpone it for a month in a legal way.

This is the easiest way to get a license that even a novice user can use. And most importantly, it's free. Consider the 3 most popular activators and learn how to use them. We will give download links only to the main one, the rest are easily searched for in search engines.

KMS Auto

The simplest and reliable way. All actions are done in exactly the same way as activation. The password for unpacking is 123.

Don't forget to add the file to your antivirus exclusions!

One of the most famous activators is Windows program Loader, which injects into the system special code, which informs it every time it is launched that the activation was successful. Let's see how it works:

  1. Download Windows Loader and run it with administrator rights.
  2. Pay attention to the circle next to the name of the program - 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).
  3. 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, start Windows Loader again and click the "Uninstall" button.

This activation method is illegal, so its use is not recommended by Microsoft experts. But to be honest, the Windows Loader program has helped hundreds of thousands of users solve their license problem, so you have nothing to fear.

After starting, the following window will appear:

  1. Download and run the activator.
  2. In the main window of the utility, click the "Activate" button on the button that is highlighted.
  3. After a message appears stating that the operation was successful, restart your computer.

If this activator worked fine, you can safely install updates without fear that it will crash.

After restarting the computer, the operating system selection window will appear. Two boot 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.

In order not to choose the right one every time operating system

  1. Right-click on the "Computer" icon and select "Properties".
  2. Follow this link " Extra options systems" in the menu on the left.
  3. In the Boot and Recovery box, click the Options button.
  4. Uncheck "Display a list of operating systems" and select "Windows 7 Loader XE" in the line above. Save your changes.
    After completing these steps, the activated version of the system will be loaded into automatic mode, without waiting and your choice. By the way, the presence of two entries in 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 is valid in all Windows versions, however, after using it, you must definitely turn it off automatic update(which is highly undesirable). Use it only if the previous activators didn't work for you:

  1. Run the program.
  2. Click "Remove WAT" in the utility window.
  3. Wait for the activation process to complete and restart your computer.

Now, so that the activation does not crash, you must disable automatic system updates:

How to do it

  1. Go to "Control Panel".
  2. Go to Update Center.
  3. Click on the "Settings" link in the menu on the left.
  4. Select the "Do not check for updates" option.
  5. Save changes by clicking "OK".

In principle, you can set the parameters so that the system will look for updates, but you will personally decide whether to install them. You just have to figure out which update brings the next authentication file.

Delay activation

All Microsoft products, including Windows 7, have a delayed activation feature. Let's see how to activate Windows 7 with deferral via command line.

  1. Run a command prompt with administrator rights.
  2. Enter command

    slmgr / rearm

    And press Enter.

  1. Restart your computer after receiving a message that the activation operation was successful.

Please note that the deferral 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, then 3 delays), you will have to decide again how to activate the system.

To know detailed information about the license, including available quantity delays, you can use the command:

cscript %windir%\system32\slmgr.vbs -dlv

cscript %windir%\system32\slmgr. vbs-dlv

If the deferrals are over, you can install Windows 7 again, and use the system for another 120 days is free. Another way is to create a system recovery image and then use it to roll back to four months ago. However, both of these methods are not very convenient, since they involve reinstalling (restoring) the system, leading to the removal installed programs and loss of some files.

What to do so that the activation of Windows 7 does not fly

The main disadvantage of using activators is the possible blocking of the license after the next system update. Microsoft specialists are doing everything so that users buy activation keys, and do not use free programs to obtain a license. It manifests itself in the creation special updates for Windows 7 dealing with system authentication.

Despite the fact that in the description of all activators it is indicated that the system passes authentication without problems after their application, in reality everything is not so rosy. For example, many users encountered the fact that after installing the update KB971033, activation failed. To avoid this situation, you just need to delete the authentication file that gets into Windows 7 along with the KB971033 update. To do this, follow these simple steps:

  1. Open the Control Panel.
  2. Go to the "Uninstall a program" section.
  3. Click on the link "View installed updates" in the left menu.
  4. Look for security update KB971033.
  5. If you find the desired line, select it and click "Delete".

Your system will no longer be authenticated, and therefore the activation will not fail.

By the way, many antiviruses perceive activators as malicious applications. There is nothing surprising in this - just disable protection for a while to activate the system and add the program to the antivirus exclusions.

Attention! this guide is provided for informational purposes only. The use of activators is illegal!

Windows OS allows you to conveniently and efficiently use countless applications and useful utilities. It allows you to quickly exchange data with other users via the Internet, as well as regularly update the system to new version. On the this moment Windows is considered the most popular operating system in the world, so users often have questions about how it works. To begin with, it is worthwhile that the system be reliably protected from cyber threats of various levels of complexity. At the next stage, the question arises, how to check the activation of Windows and not waste money?

If you are purchasing fresh key in the store, there is always the fear that it may be unlicensed. In this case, the user should run a system update and make sure that it works correctly. You can find many on the web different ways how to check activation key on windows. In this article we will talk about the most simple and understandable options.

What should be done to check the activation of Windows?

Once you have entered a fresh key in the appropriate field, follow these steps:

  • download free program ProduKey from its official website, in order to avoid viruses or malware installation, in the list of systems, select your Windows version and in the line "Product Key" you will see 25 characters divided into 5 groups (their presence indicates that your system is activated and is licensed);
  • an easier way is to open "My Computer" and call context menu by right-clicking, then you need to click on the word "Properties" (at the bottom it should say "Windows is activated" if you entered a real-life key);
  • another affordable way- press Win + R and enter "slmgr.vbs-xpr", after which you will see an information window with a lot of text (almost at the end it will be written about the status of the license, which will inform you about the activation status of Windows).

Where can I safely buy a fresh key?

However, knowledge on how to check the activation key to licensed Windows, not enough. Need to buy in advance fresh code, you can purchase it on our El:Store software website. We offer affordable prices for the entire range of products, and regular customers will be able to take advantage of favorable discounts. Delivery is carried out according to e-mail within a couple of minutes. Payment is made using WebMoney, Qiwi, through a terminal or a bank card.

Today we will talk with you about what Windows 7 authentication is, as well as options bypass this system. In addition, let's take a look at some of the "pitfalls" that may appear while working in Windows.

What's this?

But first, let's see what Windows 7 authentication is. Probably, almost every modern user has heard of this concept. If not, now we will find out what is this process.

Authentication is nothing more than confirmation that your Windows is licensed. In other words, activation or a way to detect pirated copies. If you are using just licensed version, then it's better to think about how to disable Windows 7 authentication. Otherwise, you may experience minor problems with your computer. More precisely, with the operating system. Let's try to figure out why it is so worth "afraid" of this process.

What is scary

If you are using a purchased version of the Windows operating system, then, of course, you do not need to be afraid of our today's process. The situation is different with the so-called pirates. For them, this phenomenon can be not only unpleasant, but also somewhat dangerous.

Windows 7 authentication needs to be done multiple times now. Everyone can bypass the first collision - this is the so-called activation of the operating system. It usually pops up during the installation process. Activation failed - 30 days, and the computer is locked! And no problem.

But the second authentication of Windows 7 is already a more unpleasant "little thing". Sometimes the user may not even suspect that his computer is going through this process. Instead, a person turns on his computer one fine day, and instead of the desktop he sees a black screen. In the lower right corner, there is a message about a failed check. It won't work like that. Yes, and there is a high probability of losing some data. Therefore, many people think how to disable Windows 7 authentication. Let's try to figure out what to do with you.

honest way

Let's start with you, perhaps, with the most simple and common points. It's about activating your operating system. There are a huge number of options here. Let's see what needs to be done so that Windows 7 authentication is not terrible for you.

So, the first way, which is not particularly pleasing to the modern user, is to buy a license. This pleasure is worth not so little. And if we take into account the fact that now dangerous viruses that can "break" the operating system live everywhere, then the desire to buy Windows disappears completely. It will not be very convenient to take the computer (well, if it is a laptop) to the service center so that you can reinstall the system in a few days. Thus, users are not particularly inclined to this option development of events. Advanced people were looking for ways to avoid a purchase, and even not run into problems with activation. And now they have been found.

If you decide to use the operating system only for home use, without using any licensed and important programs, then you can use the "pirated" version. Not the best option, but many users adhere to it. Let's get to know him a little better.

Activation

Windows 7 authentication at the first meeting can be easily passed. Especially if you already have an installation disk and a connection to the World Wide Web. Take care in advance about the presence of the so-called activator for Windows.

As a rule, this program will be bundled with a pirated operating system installation disk. True, you can download the By Daz crack in advance. Be sure to look at what bit depth (number of bits) this or that version of this activator is suitable for. Now let's see how to use it.

When installing the operating system, select the trial version, without activation. Do not worry, after 30 days access to the system will not be closed. Wait for the process to finish, and then launch the By Daz application. Now you will need to select the brand of your processor, as well as the bitness of the operating system. After that, click on the "Install" button. When a successful installation message pops up, just close the window and restart your computer. That's all. Now you can't tell that your Windows 7 is being authenticated. As a rule, when using a crack given function simply turns off. Quite convenient. But there is one little surprise for the pirates, which appeared not so long ago. Let's get to know him.

Underwater rocks

Okay, we went the wrong way and activated the operating system. For the time being, it will be possible to use it without any problems. True, if you do not know about the little Microsoft trick, most likely you will be finished working with an activated copy in about a few days.

It's all about the so-called update center. This application turned out to be painfully "cunning". The fact is that when using it, Windows 7 authentication is updated. That is, an unsuspecting user downloads the next update pack, restarts the computer, and in response receives a message stating that his computer has not been authenticated.

Honestly, Microsoft's idea is pretty good. True, not for modern "pirates". They found several ways to bypass this system. Let's see what can be done in this situation.

How to get around

Since the update center is downloading some files to us, you can simply not install them. This prevents the Windows 7 authentication update from penetrating the system. What to do for this? There are several options here. The first way is not to download any "updates" (except for drivers, and signed ones) to the computer. That way you won't run into a problem. Can be turned off automatic check files, as well as installation without the knowledge of the user. Would you like to update something? We went to the update center on our own, started checking, ticked off only what you need, and then installed it. No problem.

True, there is another scenario. The thing is that you can disable Windows 7 authentication by deleting a specific file that is responsible for this process. In the "Update Center" find KB971033, and then just delete it. Remember given name and don't download it yourself. That's all. Now you know that Windows 7 authentication isn't all that scary.