Convert installed Windows 10 from KMS/VL to OEM/retail and vice versa

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  1. schnullibulli

    schnullibulli MDL Novice

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    #1 schnullibulli, Jul 7, 2021
    Dear licensing experts.

    I've already searched a lot, but could not find an answer to my question:

    is it possible, to convert an already installed Windows 10 (Enterprise 2016 LTSC) from volume licensing to OEM/retail, without a full reinstall?
    We have moved an computer to a different location, where there is no network connection to the KMS. Therefore we want to change licensing to OEM, since we have a legit key to activate this computer.

    Unfortunately, just entering the OEM key does not work - Windows keeps trying to connect to the KMS server.

    For reinstalling, we only have a wim file for a full restore to factory default. but then we'd loose all programs & data and have to completely reconfigure the machine.

    Thanks for your help.
     
  2. schnullibulli

    schnullibulli MDL Novice

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    #2 schnullibulli, Jul 7, 2021 (OP)
    Addition:

    with the restore image, showkey plus tells the license type is "Windows 10 Enterprise S Volume:GVLK".
    on the running system, the license type is "Windows 10 Enterprise S OEM:NONSLP"

    Therefore, now the question is: how to change licensing from "OEM:NONSLP" to "Volume:GVLK" ?
     
  3. acer-5100

    acer-5100 MDL Guru

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    #3 acer-5100, Jul 7, 2021
    I think SLMGR /ipk newkey should be everything you need
     
  4. schnullibulli

    schnullibulli MDL Novice

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    #4 schnullibulli, Jul 7, 2021 (OP)
    Yes, you are right.
    Shame on me - picked the wrong key.
    Using the right one and everything works!

    Thanks for your help.