Windows activation after motherboard replacement - Microsoft Q&A

Windows 11 activation fails after motherboard replacement, resulting in error 0xC004F211 due to hardware change detection issues, impacting system usability.

“Old PC was legitimately activated before its motherboard was replaced from Z490 to B850. Windows 11 Home now shows 0xC004F211. The hardware-change troubleshooter finds no eligible device, and the activation portal rejected the Installation ID.”

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