Windows 7 does not accept product key
HiI used my MSDN subscribtion benefits to download Windows7 Beta.Then I installed it as"Home Basic" version. Then on Download page I clicked "Keys" to obtain a product key.The problem is when I try to activate Windows I get the following error:"The product key you have entered will not work with this edition of Window 7.You must either run Windows 7 Setup or enter a Windows 7 Home Basic product key."What's wrong with a key?Thank you very much!
January 20th, 2009 11:50am

I'm not sure, but thought the key is only valid for Ultimate, although I can't find any mention of this on the MSDN site.Arie Slob, MVP, Windows Desktop Experience: Systems Administration
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January 20th, 2009 2:14pm

HiI used my MSDN subscribtion benefits to download Windows7 Beta.Then I installed it as"Home Basic" version. Then on Download page I clicked "Keys" to obtain a product key.The problem is when I try to activate Windows I get the following error:"The product key you have entered will not work with this edition of Window 7.You must either run Windows 7 Setup or enter a Windows 7 Home Basic product key."What's wrong with a key?Thank you very much! I Have the same problem, is there a solution @ the time?
March 30th, 2009 2:19pm

I believe the keys are only for the Ultimate version.
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March 30th, 2009 7:45pm

The keys are for the Ultimate version only. With the exception of a few testers that were given Home Premium, I know of no other version keys available.
March 30th, 2009 11:34pm

Go to System properties and chose upgrade windows. Enter your beta key to upgrade windows 7 professional to ultimate.HP MediaSmart EX475, 2GB ram, 2x512 + 1x120 GB storage. Author of WHS File Manager Add-In, WHS Jungle Disk Add-in and WHS Media Connect Configuration Add-in. http://blog.paks.no/whs-add-ins/
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April 28th, 2009 10:11pm

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