Have you just installed a fresh copy of Windows? If Yes, this guide will show you how to Activate Windows 7 for free using CMD Batch File without a key. The alternative method which consists of using slmgr will also be shown.
This will remove the activation watermark from your desktop so you can set the wallpaper of your choice and also receive updates from Microsoft. We will also introduce you to Windows 7 Loader by Daz, which is a simple to used program to get all of this done automatically, like magic.
Time to make it genuine forever.
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A little history of Windows 7
It was released by Microsoft back in the year 2009. It marketed the platform just like the natural successor to Windows Vista. Truth speaking, it utilized much more of the underlying code as well as technology from Vista. The best improvement to be seen as the faster boot times, in addition to internet explorer 8, and a new user interface.
It was available in various configurations to meet the demands of the market. For their machine, individual users can choose between home basic, home premium, professional as well as ultimate. Microsoft also released an enterprise edition for business.
It gained a lot of popularity in the market. Microsoft’s Brandon LeBlanc blogged that more than 240 million licenses were sold alone in the first year. At this moment, it was the fastest-selling OS in history.
By 2013 it accounted for over 60% of all the windows based desktop OS. Moreover, at that time, this OS accounted for around 90% of all desktop-based OS throughout the world.
SEE ALSO: How to Unlock Your Keyboard in Windows 7 Laptop.
Why you should Activate Windows 7 and not use a Trial
Users are provided with a 30 day trial period if they install the trial version of Windows 7 32-bit or 64 bit. After this, they need to purchase the key there from the Microsoft store. Though your OS shall not run well or it shall also inform you that you have 1 or 2 days until it takes effect.
IMPORTANT: The Support for this operating system was ended on 14 January 2020.
Source: Microsoft Support.
How to Activate Windows 7 Free Using CMD and Batch File
First of all, make sure you have the official copy of the Windows 7 ISO image downloaded.
Now, let’s get started!
Activation using Command Prompt Method
- In the first step you need to go to the start menu and search for cmd, after this you need to click right on this and select run as administrator.
- When the prompt opens, you need to enter the command “slmgr-rearm” and hit enter.
- Once the command has been entered, it shall ask you to restart your computer system, just do it.
- When it restarts, rerun cmd prompt administrator and type in “slmgr -to” and click on enter.
- That is done now.
This is how you can activate Windows 7 and make it look genuine by using the cmd prompt. If this does not work for you, then you can try the other method.
SEE ALSO: How to Remove the “Activate Windows” Watermark Easily.
Activation using Batch File Method (slmgr)
- In the first step, you need to go to the start menu and search cmd, and then click right on it and select run as administrator.
- As cmd opens, you need to enter the command slmgr – reamr and hit enter.
- Once the command has been entered, it shall ask you to restart your computer system.
- As it restarts, you need to run the cmd prompt as administrator again and types slmgr –to. Hit enter.
- You shall then see a pop-up message that your windows have been successfully activated.
SEE ALSO: How to Activate Your Windows 10 Installation For Free in CMD Without Key.
Using Activator software like Windows Loader by Daz (offline)
A straightforward way to make genuine is the activator. We are making it. For this, you need to follow the steps below:
- In the first step, you need to download the software in the .rar file.
- You shall see a download button just click on it.
- Users shall see a 60-second countdown once they hit the download button. Once it ends, just hit the download button.
- You shall see a pop-up message when you click on free download. You don’t need to worry about anything, just sign in by using your Twitter, Facebook, or Google+ account.
As you sign in by using any of these accounts, the download button shall unlock, and users will be able to download the file.
- Once downloaded, you then need to extract it on the desktop by using any software such as WinRAR, 7-zip, and others. Just download WinRAR if you do not have any. You shall be able to see the following files in the windows loader.rar file.
- As all the files get extracted from that place the rar file, you need to go to your computer properties and click right on my pc on your desktop and hit properties.
- A new window shall with computer properties, and you shall be able to see the update option on the bottom left side of it, just hit it.
- After this on the top left side, you need to click on change settings. From the drop-down menu, select “never check for updates” and also uncheck “allow all users to install updates on this computer.” Hit OK.
- After this, you need to open the Windows loader Application.
- Here you shall all the details related to your OS.
Hit the install button and wait for the process to complete; it would take 2-5 minutes.
- You shall now see a pop-up message asking you to restart your system. Just do it.
Once you have restarted your computer system, you need to go to computer properties again, and you shall see that your installation has been activated and is genuine forever.
Supports the following editions:
- Home
- Ultimate
- Professional
To use Windows 7 Loader by Daz simply follow the steps below:
- Run the .exe file.
- Let it detect the version you are own.
- Click on “Install” and wait.
- All done.
Download Windows 7 Loader By Daz
SEE ALSO: 9 Best Windows Hacking Commands for Command Prompt.
New Windows 7 Product Keys for 2022 (Download)
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- BFGRTGP-4T4BMD-W12OR3B-8776RGTEPC-YF8BP
- PWJFG1H-4VJVF-C8PYRVGVBQ53
- YGYDT34-3HGQJY-93LXJ-P12FX
- FFVG1IC-TYVUG-BK4WC-RDT8P-Y87U9
- BMC5CX4-PMU0B-3DBLK-BQPTT-JBFQQYM
- 0022J-JK12M-8EBQ6-X480R-FHGV7
- 2T7FDRIM-3K2X3-956J3T9J-MCIMV-B10LKB2
Note: The activation keys above are universal and will work regardless of the version.
SEE ALSO: How Long Does System Restore Take in Windows 7.
Some Windows 7 Features You Need to Know
- Beautiful Desktop Slideshows
This is amazing. With these features, users can change the desktop wallpaper automatically after some time it is selected. The wallpaper changes after 1 or 2 minutes. The best part is that it does not consume that much RAM of your computer system
- Built-in themes
Users can choose from 17 fascinating HD themes that shall make your computer system look fantastic. Users can also customize their desktop with various icons like network icons, computers, and many others. We have a great list of best Windows 7 themes that you can try.
- Wallpaper and Screen Customization
Users are also able to change the desktop background with the help of using a pack of wallpaper build in, or they can also choose a specific photo from their computer system to set it as background. This, too, is the best feature.
- Desktop Gadgets
Few gadgets are included like RAM and CPU usage gadgets, notes, and much more. Users can put these gadgets in the right sidebar of their desktop that shall make your computer system look all cool.
- A new and more powerful and useful Task Bar
It comes with a fantastic taskbar. It carries a transparent effect that makes it look amazing. When users open up a specific application or window, then the toolbar changes its look automatically by the open window. The best thing about this one is that it pins used in the toolbar. You need to click on the start menu and then find the app you want to pin on the taskbar. After this, click right on it and select pin to the taskbar, and you are done.
- A full redesigned Start Menu
The start menu in this is quite different from the previous versions, like Windows Vista. In this, users can see my computer and other essential icons and can also search for a file or application there in the search menu.
SEE ALSO: Here is a tutorial to check system specifications in Windows 7.
Final Words
This was the ultimate guide on how to activate Windows 7 without a key using CMD and a Batch file. We have shared a more reliable method, which uses the “slmgr.” Later on, we also shared the activator tool created by “Daz.”