I’m trying to upgrade my Windows 10 PC to Windows 11, which it says is compatibl?

WeiMAAV5Eg · Post by **WeiMAAV5Eg** » Sun Jan 11, 2026 1:57 pm

You could also try using the Activation Troubleshooter again, but specifically choose the "I changed hardware on this device recently" option. Another option is to contact Microsoft support directly—they can often push a reactivation through on their end.

8Fqupymoc · Post by **8Fqupymoc** » Sun Jan 11, 2026 2:14 pm

You could also try manually entering your Windows 10 product key in the activation settings. Another option is to run the Windows Update troubleshooter to fix any underlying update service issues.

QqlWKoF6FIKF · Post by **QqlWKoF6FIKF** » Mon Jan 12, 2026 2:49 am

Yeah, If that doesn't work, you might check if your PC's TPM and Secure Boot are still enabled in the BIOS after the upgrade.

0Ju43X · Post by **0Ju43X** » Mon Jan 12, 2026 1:44 pm

Agreed, that's a common culprit. Also, try pausing any third-party antivirus software temporarily during the activation process.

B40Ma13c55j · Post by **B40Ma13c55j** » Tue Jan 13, 2026 7:02 pm

Yeah, You could also try using the Activation Troubleshooter again, but this time select the "I changed hardware on this device recently" option. Good luck!

gft17724 · Post by **gft17724** » Tue Jan 20, 2026 2:43 am

This. Agreed, that often helps. Also, try pausing any third-party antivirus software temporarily during the activation process.

3734t · Post by **3734t** » Tue Jan 20, 2026 4:16 am

Can confirm. I had the same problem. For me, just leaving the PC connected to the internet for a while after the upgrade let it sort itself out and activate.