Key Type | Description |
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Not Applicable | No key is needed to install this product. |
Retail | Retail keys allow multiple activations and are used for retail builds of the product. In many cases, 10 activations are allowed per key, though often more are allowed on the same machine. |
Multiple Activation | A Multiple Activation Key (MAK) enables you to activate multiple installations of a product with the same key. MAKs are generally used with Volume Licensing versions of products. Typically, only one MAK key is provided per subscription. |
Static Activation Key | Static activation keys are provided for products that do not require activation. They can be used for any number of installations. |
Custom Key | Custom keys provide special actions or information to activate or install the product. |
VA 1.0 | These are multiple activation keys, similar to a MAK. |
OEM Key | These are Original Equipment Manufacturer keys that allow multiple activations. |
DreamSpark Retail Key | These retail keys are for DreamSpark and allow one activation. DreamSpark Retail keys are issued in batches and are primarily intended for student consumption. |
DreamSpark Lab Key | These lab use keys are for DreamSpark programs and allow multiple activations. DreamSpark Lab Keys are intended for use in university computer lab scenarios. |
DreamSpark MAK Key | These are MAK keys for DreamSpark program customers. |