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Windows 8 Pro

Windows 8 Pro for professional PCs that need BitLocker, domain join, Remote Desktop hosting, Group Policy and Hyper-V, with Retail options for 1 to 5 devices.
Windows only Not compatible with Mac
Delivery Semi-automatic · 5 minutes to 1 hour
Region International

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Description

Use Windows 8 Pro when a compatible workstation needs business security, remote access and virtualization features.

BitLocker, domain join, Remote Desktop hosting, Group Policy and Hyper-V make Pro a better fit for professional PCs, managed environments and technical workflows than the base Windows 8 edition.

Why choose Pro

Pro adds the tools that matter in professional environments: BitLocker, domain connectivity, Remote Desktop hosting, Group Policy and Hyper-V. Choose it when the PC must do more than the everyday Windows 8 edition.

Ideal for

Join compatible PCs to a company domain and apply Group Policy.

Host Remote Desktop sessions for remote access to a workstation.

Protect compatible drives with BitLocker and BitLocker To Go.

Use Hyper-V for compatible virtualization and technical test environments.

What your purchase includes

Windows 8 Pro 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

Check hardware, drivers and applications before installation. Hyper-V and BitLocker depend on compatible hardware and configuration. For current web services or security-sensitive work, keep a modern system available in parallel.

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 Pro 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 Pro. 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 Pro 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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