How to Fix Windows 7 Not Genuine Error in PC/Laptop and Make Windows 7 Genuine

Most of your Windows 7 OS might not be a genuine version or it might have got expired, then you might be experiencing a pop-up at the bottom which says “This copy of Windows is not genuine”. Even I have faced this problem a few weeks ago and now its fully resolved, so I am sharing this with everyone of you. So, in this article I am going to talk about the disadvantages of windows genuine error and also how to fix windows 7 genuine error and make it genuine.

This Copy of Windows in Not Genuine

There are not many disadvantages of the not genuine error. One major drawback is that the desktop wallpaper vanishes and is replaced with black screen which is very annoying.

Also, it can cause few issues with the performance of your laptop or desktop and also affect the battery life of your laptop. Even the continuous pop-up of the message is very annoying for the user.

Method 1: Fix Windows 7 Not Genuine Error using Command Prompt

Step 1: Open command prompt as Administrator. Open Run and type “cmd” to open it.

Step 2: Now in the cmd window type “SLMGR –REARM”

Step 3: Press Enter and wait till it executes

Step 4: Now a pop-up box appears which prompts you to restart the system. Press Restart.

Also Read: How to Change the Date and Time of File on Windows 7

Method 2: Make Windows 7 Genuine using WAT Utility

Step 1: Download the file and extract it.

Step 2: Right click on “WAT Remover app” and select Run As Administrator

Step 3: Now click on Remove WAT and click OK to confirm.

Step 4: Restart your system.

That's it guys, you are done! Follow these simple steps without missing any step and you will definitely kick your not genuine error out of your Windows 7 PC/Laptop. Both the methods work completely fine, choose the one which you are comfortable with. 

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