How many Microsoft authorized refurbishers are there?

According to Microsoft’s online database, there are about 1,550 participating RRP refurbishers in the U.S. and over 190 in Canada. The U.S. and Canada refurbishers account for about half of RRP partners globally.

What does Microsoft Authorized mean?

Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher
A Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher is a company taking part in an official Microsoft program for licensing Windows and other software on refurbished computers. Usually the program doesn’t cover the latest edition of software.

What is the MAR program?

The MAR program is a commercial offering for large refurbishers that provides a reduced royalty license for refurbished computers with a previous Windows operating system Certificate of Authenticity (COA) affixed to the equipment. The MAR program provides a number of benefits to refurbishers and end customers.

How do I activate my Windows 10 refurbished license?

From the Windows Settings page, select Update & Security. Select Activation from the menu on the left side. Choose Change Product Key on the Activation window. Where it says Enter a Product Key type in the key from the product key sticker – dashes will be entered automatically.

Who is eligible for the Microsoft Registered Refurbisher program?

The Microsoft Registered Refurbisher program (RRP) is for small and midsize refurbishers across the globe who want to supply refurbished PCs preinstalled with genuine Microsoft software to local consumers and businesses, as well as qualified charitable organizations, academic users, and specially approved recipients.

What does it mean to be a Microsoft authorized refurbisher?

What is a Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher? So let’s see what a Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR) is all about. A MAR is a company that is authorized by Microsoft to refurbish old computers and install genuine Microsoft software on them and sell them at a reduced price.

Do You need COA for Microsoft authorized refurbisher?

Their MAR program comes with a Certificate Of Authenticity (COA) with accessibility granted by using a Product Key. “Approved Selection“ is another Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher that has been in operation for over 24 years (mostly in Europe).

Can a refurbisher use Microsoft preinstall software?

The preinstall software will also make the actual installation process easier for the refurbisher. Microsoft Registered Refurbishers have access to Commercial Licenses and Citizenship Licenses. Which license a refurbisher will use is determined by who eventually receives the refurbished PC.