Reg. Windows 11 activation

Discussion in 'Parallels Desktop on a Mac with Apple silicon' started by SrinivasS, May 31, 2022.

  1. SrinivasS

    SrinivasS Bit poster

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    Hi,
    I have installed Parallels latest version yesterday as a 14 day trial on my m1 mac. The Windows 11 OS installed automatically as part of the package, which is cool. Now, there is a message on screen to activate Windows. I dont see any activate button, but there is a link to Microsoft Store, with options to buy online. My question is if its a insider (ARM)version, do I have to pay? Is it recommended by Parallels to buy Windows 11 OS from Store, Im not sure whether it is ARM version?
    Please advise.
     
  2. DebasmitaM

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    Hello, click the Start or Windows button (usually in the lower-left corner of your computer screen). Right-click Computer and choose Properties from the menu. The resulting screen shows the Windows version. You need to purchase a Windows activation key to keep using your Windows virtual machine. Kindly check the Windows version and accordingly get the activating key from Microsoft.
     
  3. MarisA1

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    The Win 11 Pro build number I have is 22621.1. (Version 22H2), not 22000.xxx.
    Can this build be updated with a soon to be purchased Win 11 retail key? How about OEM?
    Thanks.
     

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