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# Old machine: activate from the Windows installer

### Step 1) Generate an OTP (one time pin code)

#### 1.1 Open the Windows installer program and click "Manage Keys"

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#### 1.2 Enter the atSign you wish to manage and click "Next"

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#### 1.3 Click "New OTP"

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#### 1.4 Wait a few seconds for the OTP to appear then proceed to step 2 on the new machine

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### Step 3) Approve the request

{% hint style="info" %}
If you aren't already on the "Manage Keys" screen follow steps 1.1 and 1.2 above.
{% endhint %}

#### 3.1 Once step 2 is complete press refresh and the new request will appear

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#### 3.2 Approve or Deny the request

* If the request looks incorrect, then press "Deny" to deny it, and start the process again.
* If the request looks correct, then press "Approve" to approve it.

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#### 3.3 Once the request is approved, it should disappear from the installer, the new machine's enrollment should complete in a few seconds

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