Installation media, such as a USB flash drive, can be used to install a new copy of Windows, perform a clean installation of Windows, or reinstall Windows. To create installation media, go to the software download website, where step-by-step instructions can be found.

Some Office 2019, Office 2016, and Office 2013 products come with a product key. If yours did, before installing Microsoft 365 for the first time, sign in with an existing or new Microsoft account and enter your product key at office.com/setup. Redeeming your key is what links your account with Microsoft 365 so you only have to do this once.

Create Windows 11 installation media. On the Windows 11 software download page, select Create tool now and follow the instructions to install Windows 11. Warning: Microsoft recommends against installing Windows 11 on a device that does not meet the Windows 11 minimum system requirements.

With a Microsoft or Xbox gift card, you let the lucky recipient choose the gift they want. To buy a gift card, visit: Microsoft and Xbox gift cards. Note Microsoft Store links may not be available in all markets. Make sure to check the product page for info about availability in your region.

Press the Xbox button on your controller to open the guide, and then go to Profile & system > Settings > Account > Subscriptions. Select the subscription that you want to manage. From here, you can view your plan, expiration date, billing history, subscription status, and change how you pay.

Microsoft Rewards is getting even better for gamers. It’s now easier to get started, earn, and redeem points with Rewards, and much easier to use on your Xbox console and apps (available in select markets). Rewards with Xbox is part of the Microsoft Rewards program.

Change from a 32-bit version to a 64-bit version or vice versa. Activate Windows. Fix Bluetooth problems in Windows. Learn how to install, reinstall, or activate Microsoft 365 or Office 2019 on a PC or Mac.

Find out how to set up and use the Xbox Wireless Adapter for Windows, including how to connect the adapter to your Windows device and pair your controller to the adapter.

Contact Microsoft Support. Find solutions to common problems, or get help from a support agent.

If your device isn’t up to date or needs attention, PC Health Check will let you know. Use this section of PC Health Check to get info on how your batteries are performing compared to their original capacity for devices with one or two batteries.