It’s interesting to monitor the enormous amount of piracy going on regarding Windows 8. Pirates have released Windows 8 RTM nearly directly after they became available to both Microsoft employees and to MSDN and Technet subscribers over the last two days. While downloads of the ISOs seem to be very popular according to the rankings of The Piratebay, there is one issue remaining. While you can download ISOs and start the installation it’s currently hardly possible to activate the pirated versions, rendering them pretty much useless.
Over the last few days several illegal Key Management Servers (KMS) popped up, but at the moment these all seem to be down. The next hope for pirates are currently Multiple Activation Keys, which allow to activate up to 50 PC’ with a single key. At the moment we at Myce have spotted two of these keys out in the open. As we don’t want to encourage any piracy we will not post (nor allowing posting) of these keys. But we’ve spotted them on at least one big and famous Torrent site (see a screenshot of the site with proof here).
It’s unclear if Microsoft will be able to block these keys once activated. So far pirates have had little other luck in activating Windows 8, other than the few hundreds who were able to use the temporarily KMS servers. Some users are reverting to purchasing Technet subscriptions, however Microsoft has changed the terms, making it less interesting than with previous Windows versions.
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70 Comments on Windows 8 RTM Multiple Activation Keys (MAK) leak on the web – KMS servers down
Too bad, I was able to use one a couple days ago then had to reformat. 
a very bad event format in less than
format in less than
The keys seem to be maxed out... Tested on WZOR win 8 pro x32...
Grrrrrr this has become fustrating to find
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The keys seem to be maxed out... Tested on WZOR win 8 pro x32...
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SJ
I think he means the leaked key has no activations left anymore. We're not sure for some others it still might work.
you could reveal a hint as to how you found it
I just used a MAK key floating around the web.
Had to call Microsoft and enter 9 batches of numbers and then I was activated on Windows 8 Pro.
I have activated two of my computers so far.
Building another one to activate as well.
Too easy.
Had to call Microsoft and enter 9 batches of numbers and then I was activated on Windows 8 Pro.
I have activated two of my computers so far.
Building another one to activate as well.
Too easy.
as i said any hints here google doesn't seam to much of help
Microsoft will not allow pirating windows 8.
Thanks for the heads up.
Microsoft is really making it hard for everyone
Any new results to post? I want to try this.
I can't find the MAK anywhere. Can someone PM me a link please?
I can't find the MAK anywhere. Can someone PM me a link please?
Solutions on pirating Windows 8, like W7 will be there soon, just be calm, the OS its not so great, and a good solution pop up someday, keep your faith on hackers.
I activated 2 PCs with MAK. 
1 Windows 8 Enterprise N x64 and other Windows 8 Pro x86.
1 Windows 8 Enterprise N x64 and other Windows 8 Pro x86.
Interesting , Is this working? thanks
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I really dont think 16% is much considering I am encoding a film through Premiere that is going to take 28 hours. saving 4 hours is irrelevant when I have to wait overnight anyway, but instead of working on it tonight at 7:00pm, I could have started at 3pm on win 8.
BTW. Whats with all you new posters looking for cracks and keys in here for?
Where is the MAK key?
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Where is the MAK key?
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I really just want to activate!!!
Really bad... It's killing me!
Really bad... It's killing me!
damn, i need to activate w8 so bad.
is this working? or its a fake as on other sites?
I did the activation using the MAK info and all my computer now work with WINDOWS 8
To all users asking for keys: we do not provide any information about how to crack a software. The reported news was only informative, we do not condone piracy in any way.
So, please stop asking: no activation key will be published here
So, please stop asking: no activation key will be published here
FCOL didn't MS make this thing only a 40 buck upgrade so all the pirates wouldnt be cheapskates and just buy the freaking thing. Ya know, it's OK to pay for software sometimes, specially your O/S. If anything, pay for your freaking O/S.
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FCOL didn't MS make this thing only a 40 buck upgrade so all the pirates wouldnt be cheapskates and just buy the freaking thing. Ya know, it's OK to pay for software sometimes, specially your O/S. If anything, pay for your freaking O/S.
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does it work fellow??
I'm pretty impressed with this. I'm quite pleased I had this opportunity to try out Windows, it has worked seamlessly in my operation, and will purchase it
I'm going to buy Windows 8 once it is in the market but before that I want to activation so if anyone know how to get these keys and make them work plz help
same here... waiting patiently
can anyone explain me the method to use these keys??
Haha yes indeed, virus and firewall a must.. Truthfully it's getting to the point I am seriously for the 1st time ever, considering buying a Mac. Just a cheap mini. My PC died several months ago and it too much trouble to fix (i tried everything but replace CPU and PSU) and my wife has a win 7 PC I can use. I'm just fed up with windows and MS products. I've been a windows embedded platform developer for years now and the pains of it are just not worth it any more. the dilemma is, I don't like Mac o/s much either... But at least it's far far more secure.
If you guys just want to try out the operating system before buying, and don't mind reinstalling when the system is actually being sold, you should download the 90 day trial, which is being offered free of charge.
http://msdn.microsoft.com/en-US/eval.../jj554510.aspx
http://msdn.microsoft.com/en-US/eval.../jj554510.aspx
Isnt there a trial version that you can get to try before buying? I read there is one for general consumers. No need to pirate and go through this trouble.
Worked for me last night.
"It’s unclear if Microsoft will be able to block these keys once activated." I'm quite sure an update telling the PC to fone home and validate it's key will fix this..
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"It’s unclear if Microsoft will be able to block these keys once activated." I'm quite sure an update telling the PC to fone home and validate it's key will fix this..
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so there is no working method
active windows 8 by phone.
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active windows 8 by phone.
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Part of your post has been removed, please do not post it again.
SJ
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Isnt there a trial version that you can get to try before buying? I read there is one for general consumers. No need to pirate and go through this trouble.
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http://club.myce.com/f94/windows-8-e.../#.UDA-JbXciUk
Hey xorsists
Nicely done on the help.
Thanks.
SJ
Nicely done on the help.
Thanks.
SJ
I've activated windows 8 pro rtm on a VHD installation. Can i reinstall unto my hard drive and copy the actiavtion files?
Thanks for the information
Not any chance about new KMS servers?
I'm going to buy the $40 upgrade at the end of October, it's a real bargain!
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I'm going to buy the $40 upgrade at the end of October, it's a real bargain!
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Welcome to the forum and the MyCE community
Yeah $40 bucks is cheap and a small price to pay to be legal
SJ
grr missed it, where can i find mak keys?
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grr missed it, where can i find mak keys?
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btw... why all this fuss about win 8? it is the most crappy operative system ever produced
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Originally Posted by geno888
why all this fuss about win 8? it is the most crappy operative system ever produced
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btw... why all this fuss about win 8? it is the most crappy operative system ever produced
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i want mak key how to get it
can nybody tell me where from i get it on web
I want key too....................
where can I find it ?
Hey, I'm looking for a key, too. Anyone know where I can find it? Hello? Please don't ignore me. I'm serious, now. I know you've posted that you won't help us, but I'm special. I'm Duke Freaking Nukem? Hello? I need a key....
LOL.
LOL.
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Hey, I'm looking for a key, too. Anyone know where I can find it? Hello? Please don't ignore me. I'm serious, now. I know you've posted that you won't help us, but I'm special. I'm Duke Freaking Nukem? Hello? I need a key....
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Here you are. Grab it before it is removed by someone
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The key to my girlfriends jewelry box ... you little pirate 
Why are you guys all hunting for a Windows 8 key ? I thought you all hated it!
I will definitely absolutely not bother with 8 . If I have to upgrade in the future I will just have to see what M$ has on offer. If it's still as unpleasant as I've found 8 to be, then it's time to change platforms.
If Microsoft cannot, or will not listen to what their customers want, then they will probably eventually fail. I find their attitude hard to understand.
"Here's our new O/S, like it or not, this is what you are getting, now learn to like it and that's that!" Phew, unbelievable.
I will definitely absolutely not bother with 8 . If I have to upgrade in the future I will just have to see what M$ has on offer. If it's still as unpleasant as I've found 8 to be, then it's time to change platforms.
If Microsoft cannot, or will not listen to what their customers want, then they will probably eventually fail. I find their attitude hard to understand.
"Here's our new O/S, like it or not, this is what you are getting, now learn to like it and that's that!" Phew, unbelievable.
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Certainly not here
btw... why all this fuss about win 8? it is the most crappy operative system ever produced |
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No - I think that distinction went to Vista, a real pig with lipstick!
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Originally Posted by Arachne
Or WinME
...think that stayed on my PC for less than 30 minutes |
At that time I used NT 4
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Why are you guys all hunting for a Windows 8 key ? I thought you all hated it!
I will definitely absolutely not bother with 8 . If I have to upgrade in the future I will just have to see what M$ has on offer. If it's still as unpleasant as I've found 8 to be, then it's time to change platforms. If Microsoft cannot, or will not listen to what their customers want, then they will probably eventually fail. I find their attitude hard to understand. "Here's our new O/S, like it or not, this is what you are getting, now learn to like it and that's that!" Phew, unbelievable. |
That everyone does not include me.
Sorry Kenshin, I should have said nearly everyone.
I liked 3.1 and 95, well the SE version. after using Vista for a while I couldn't get on with that O/S and as for Windows 8, well after trying it foe several weeks, no, I'm sorry, I could not get on with it. If I had a touch screen monitor and was able to reach it, it may have been a little better. It's too awkward for me, but may be fine for others.
I just seems strange that an awful lot of people that say they hate it want a key ?
I liked 3.1 and 95, well the SE version. after using Vista for a while I couldn't get on with that O/S and as for Windows 8, well after trying it foe several weeks, no, I'm sorry, I could not get on with it. If I had a touch screen monitor and was able to reach it, it may have been a little better. It's too awkward for me, but may be fine for others.
I just seems strange that an awful lot of people that say they hate it want a key ?
I’m sure if you go to Google, Bing, Yahoo, and other search engines; you will find products keys that work, like how Microsoft finds the products keys that people have uploaded, so they can block the key and send out DMCAs to websites.
Think like Microsoft.
Think like Microsoft.
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I’m sure if you go to Google, Bing, Yahoo, and other search engines; you will find products keys that work, like how Microsoft finds the products keys that people have uploaded, so they can block the key and send out DMCAs to websites.
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when you activate via KMS you can get a WMP key free from microsoft and when you install wmc it will perminently activate your coppy of windows
That loophole was closed a couple of days ago by Microsoft
Steam is now available for Linux .... and Diablo3 runs in linux ... and I have existing installation codes fro WinXp & Windows 7 .... I'm going Linux Mint with Virtual Machines
Without a doubt the Windows 8 is one of the best O/S Microsoft has put out in recent years, is faster, more exciting, easier to use and has more features to offer. I have been using Windows 8 Enterprise for the 3 months now and enjoy every piece of it.
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