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Windows 8.1 Pro N

Windows 8.1 Pro N with the professional Pro feature set for managed PCs, but without Windows Media Player and related media technologies.
Windows only Not compatible with Mac
Delivery Semi-automatic · 5 minutes to 1 hour
Region International

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Description

Use Windows 8.1 Pro N when you need the professional capabilities of Pro in the N edition.

It keeps tools such as BitLocker, domain join, Remote Desktop hosting, Group Policy and Hyper-V, while Windows Media Player and related media technologies are not included by default.

Why choose Pro N

Pro N is for environments that specifically require the N edition while still needing the professional capabilities of Windows 8.1 Pro. The key difference is multimedia: Windows Media Player and related media technologies are not included by default.

Ideal for

Keep a PC or application environment that specifically requires Windows 8.1 Pro N.

Use domain join, Group Policy and Remote Desktop hosting on the N edition.

Use BitLocker or Hyper-V on compatible hardware while keeping the Pro N variant.

Avoid mixing Pro N with standard Pro when an existing environment is standardized on N.

What your purchase includes

Windows 8.1 Pro N in Retail modality.

Online activation for the selected device option.

Digital delivery available from your Sovengrid order.

Installation and activation instructions included with the delivery.

Ideal compatibility

Pro N does not include Windows Media Player or related media technologies by default. Check whether your applications or peripherals depend on those components before installation, and verify hardware support for BitLocker or Hyper-V if you plan to use them.

Delivery

After payment is confirmed, Sovengrid prepares the delivery and links it to your order. When it is ready, you will receive an email notice and can open the delivery and instructions from the order. You do not need to keep this page open.

Estimated delivery Semi-automatic · 5 minutes to 1 hour

How to activate

Open the delivery from your order, install Windows 8.1 Pro N on the devices in this option and follow the Retail online activation instructions. Keep Internet access available during activation and do not mix editions or methods.

Before installation, check that the device, drivers and programs you plan to use work with Windows 8.1 Pro N. Install the edition shown in your order and keep the order available while you follow its activation instructions.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between devices and quantity?

Devices are included in each package. Quantity is the number of packages you buy.

When is Windows 8.1 Pro N a good choice?

When you already use this version on a device or with a program and want to keep that environment in place.

How will I receive my order?

The delivery and its instructions are linked to your Sovengrid order. You will receive an email notice when it is ready.

Do I need to keep this page open?

No. You can close the page and return to the order later.

How long does delivery take?

The current estimated time is shown for the selected option. Preparation starts after payment is confirmed.

What should I check before installing?

Check the edition shown in your order and make sure your hardware, drivers and programs work with it.

What happens if I format, reinstall or move to another device later?

The activation included with this purchase applies to the initial installation. A later activation is not included.

What does Sovengrid support?

Sovengrid supports the delivery and initial activation during the first 3 calendar days from product delivery. If something goes wrong during that process, we will review the case and help you complete it correctly.

Warranty

Sovengrid supports the delivery and initial activation during the first 3 calendar days from product delivery. If something does not work as expected during that process, we will review the case and help you complete it correctly. A later activation after formatting, reinstallation, moving to another device or a major hardware change is not included.

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