Windows 11 version 24H2 is a major "feature update" that significantly changes the operating system. Because it is a full OS swap rather than a minor patch, users have reported specific issues and requirements regarding product keys and activation. Key Activation Facts for 24H2

Catching up to the latest hardware standards:

This is the headline feature, but it requires a (with a Snapdragon X Elite, Intel Lunar Lake, or AMD Strix Point NPU capable of 40+ TOPS).

: If you are performing a clean install, Windows 11 24H2 should automatically activate if your hardware was previously licensed (Digital License). If it asks for a key during setup, you can often select "I don't have a product key" and it will activate once you sign in online.