Windows 7: Change product key - how it works

In Windows 7 you can change your Windows product key. Our practical tips guide shows you how to do this.

Change product key in Windows 7

1. Click the start button at the bottom left of the screen.
2. Open the context menu with the right mouse button on "Computer" and select the "Properties".
3. Scroll down to the bottom of the page and click "Change Product Key" under "Windows Activation".
4. Enter the product key in the field provided and click "Next".
5. Then follow the further instructions to activate Windows 7 with the new key.

In the next practical tip you will read how to check the activation of Windows 7.