Win8.1 Add Features: Frequently Asked Questions

Computer Shop News: Adding Features: Frequently Asked Questions

To add functionality to Windows 8.1 or Windows 8, your computer must be running an activated copy of Windows .

What happens when I add a feature?

When adding features to Windows 8.1 or Windows 8, you can get more Windows versions than the current version. Your app, files, and settings will not change.

How do I add features?

Depending on which version of Windows you are running, you can use the "Add functionality to Windows 8.1" or "Add functionality to Windows 8" to get more Windows versions than the current version.

First, you need to purchase a product key. You can use the "Add functionality to Windows 8.1" or "Add functionality to Windows 8" to purchase a new product key online, but you will need to use it on the computer you used to purchase the key. This product key will only be associated with this computer and will not be available on other computers. Product keys can be purchased at a local retail store. Make sure to purchase a product key in the store that is dedicated to "add functionality to Windows 8.1> or <add functionality to Windows 8" to purchase as a Pro Pack or Media Center Pack.

Once you have purchased your product key and entered it into the "Add functionality to Windows 8.1" or "Add functionality to Windows 8", new features will be automatically added to your computer. And you will have a new version of Windows.

Note

In some countries, product keys may not be purchased online.

You can only add functionality to the following objects: Windows 8.1, Windows 8.1 Professional, Windows 8.1 KN, and Windows 8.1 N, or Windows 8, Windows 8 Professional, Windows 8 KN, and Windows 8 N.

If you're adding features to Windows 8.1 or "adding features to Windows 8", you won't be able to install Pro Pack or Media Center Pack on your computer.

Steps to Install Features

Swipe in from the right edge of the screen and click "Search”. (If using a mouse, point to the top right corner of the screen, then move the mouse pointer down and click “search”.)

Enter “Add function” in the search box, then click or Click “Add a feature to Windows 8.1> or < Add a feature to Windows 8".

Do one of the following:

If you have purchased a key, click or click “I already have a product key” enter it, then tap or click &ldquo The next step is ”. If the product key is invalid, please contact support.

If you haven't purchased a key and it is available online in your country, you can purchase it by clicking or clicking "I want to buy a product key online". If it is not available online, you will need to go to a local retailer.

Read the license terms, select the checkbox to accept the license terms, and click or click “Add Features”.

What if I can't install the purchased feature pack?

If you can't install the purchased feature pack, please contact support.

What features can I use?

There are two different feature packs for Windows 8.1 or Windows 8:

The Windows 8.1 Professional and Windows 8 Professional packs have enhanced network and data encryption (and include Windows Media Center), but you need to have Windows 8.1 or Windows 8 installed and activated on your computer.

Windows Media Center is available for the Windows 8.1 Media Center package and the Windows 8 Media Center package, but you need to have Windows 8.1 Professional or Windows 8 Professional installed and activated.

How much does it cost to add features?

You will see price information for each option in "Add functionality to Windows 8.1" or "Add functionality to Windows 8". You can also check the price and purchase a product key at your local retail store.

How do I purchase a product key for adding features?

In some countries, you can use the "Add a feature to Windows 8.1" or "Add a feature to Windows 8" to purchase a product key online.

In most areas, product keys can also be purchased at a local retail store. Make sure to purchase a product key that is specific to "add functionality to Windows 8.1> or <;add functionality to Windows 8.

Can I add functionality to my single-language version of Windows?

Yes. If you purchased the Windows 8.1 Professional or Windows 8 Professional, you should be able to install it and successfully activate Windows.

Can I upgrade older versions of Windows by adding features?

No, you cannot upgrade an earlier version of Windows to Windows 8.1 or Windows 8. If you already have Windows 8.1 or Windows 8, and want to get a different version of the feature, you can only use “Add functionality to Windows 8.1> or <;Add functionality to Windows 8”.

Can I add functionality to 32-bit and 64-bit versions of Windows?

Yes, you can add functionality to 32-bit and 64-bit versions of Windows. But if you currently have a 32-bit version of Windows, you can't use "Add a feature to Windows 8.1" or "Add a feature to Windows 8" to get a 64-bit version. If you have a 64-bit version, you won't be able to get a 32-bit version.

Can I add features to multiple computers?

Yes, but you need to buy a product key for each computer you want to add functionality to.

Is it possible to restore the version of Windows that my computer is running before adding features?

Yes, but you need to perform a fresh installation of a previous version of Windows, which means your files, apps, and settings will not be saved. To do this, you will need the original Windows 8.1 or Windows 8 CD-ROM and the product key that came with it.

What happened to Windows Anytime Upgrade?

Windows Anytime Upgrade is not included in Windows 8.1 or Windows 8. However, you can use "Add a feature to Windows 8.1" or "Add a feature to Windows 8" to get a different version.