How to check windows is RETAIL, OEM or VOLUME ?

  1. Run command 1.
  2. Get your license type of windows at Description section.


Command 1

slmgr -dli


Description


Retail (FPP)

  • Expensive
  • Microsoft Support (Email & Call)
  • Transfer Rights
  • Upgrade & Downgrade


Original Equipment Manufacturer

  • Low Price
  • Not transferable to another PC


VOLUME licensing

  • It's used mostly for large businesses, government and educational institutions.