how to Install office with product key

Overview of Office Installation

If you have a product key for Office 365, Office 2016, or Office 2013, you can enter it to install the corresponding version of Office. For example, if you have an Office 365 Home subscription, you can install Office 365 on all your devices. But if you have a Microsoft 365 Business subscription, you can only install it on up to five devices.

If you're not sure which version of Office you have, see What version of Office am I using? For more information about installing different versions of Office side by side, see Can I install different versions of Office on the same computer?

Enter your product key

Start by signing in at aka.ms/setup with the Microsoft account that's associated with your copy of Office. If you don't have a Microsoft account yet, no worries—you can create one when you sign in. After sign in, select your preferred language and then click Install office > Install. On the next page, enter your product key and click Verify.

If your product key is valid, select Install office > Install again to start downloading and installing office on your PC. Depending on your browser's settings, you might see a pop-up asking if you want to Run or Save the file. If so, select Run or Save > Run to begin installation immediately (or Save to download the installation file to use later).

Types of Office Installations

There are two types of office installations: local and network. With a local installation, you install office on your computer's hard drive. With a network installation, you install office on a file server.

Local installations are the most common type of office installation. To install office locally, you need to have a valid product key. You can find your product key on the packaging that came with your copy of office, or in the confirmation email you received when you purchased office.

To install office, follow these steps:

1. Insert the Office disc into your computer's CD/DVD drive.

2. Follow the prompts to begin the installation process.

3. Enter your product key when prompted.

4. Follow the remaining prompts to complete the installation process.

Network installations are less common than local installations, but they offer some benefits over local installations. With a network installation, you can centrally manage updates and security for all of the computers on your network that have Office installed. Additionally, users can access their Office files from any computer on the network that has Office installed.

To install Office using a network installation, you need to have a valid product key and an administrator account on the file server where you'll be installing Office. If you don't have an administrator account on the file server, contact your IT department for help. Once you have everything you need, follow these steps:

Steps to Installing Office with a Product Key

1. Before you begin, make sure you have your product key handy. You'll need it to complete the installation process.

2. Go to the Office website and download the installation file.

3. Run the installation file and follow the prompts. When prompted, enter your product key to activate Office.

4. Once Office is installed, you can start using it right away!

Tips and Tricks for a Smooth Installation Process

1. Before you begin the installation process, make sure that you have your product key handy. You will need it to activate Office after the installation is complete.

2. If you are installing Office on a PC, we recommend that you uninstall any previous versions of Office that are installed on your computer. This will help avoid any potential conflicts during the installation process.

3. Make sure that your computer meets the minimum system requirements for Office before beginning the installation process. You can find more information on the Microsoft website.

4. Run the setup file for Office that you downloaded from the Microsoft website. Follow the prompts to complete the installation process.

5. Once the installation is complete, launch any Office application and enter your product key when prompted to activate your copy of Office.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

If you're having trouble installing Office with your product key, there are a few things you can try.

First, make sure that you're entering the key correctly. The product key is usually a 25-character code, and it's important to enter it exactly as it appears. If you're copy-pasting the key, be careful not to accidentally add an extra space before or after the key.

If you're still having trouble, try redeeming your product key online. To do this, go to office.com/setup and sign in with your Microsoft account. Enter your product key when prompted, and follow the instructions on screen.

If you're redeeming a subscription code, make sure that you're signed in with the Microsoft account that you want to associate with Office 365. If you're not sure which account to use, see What if I don't know which Microsoft account to sign in with?

Still need help? Contact Microsoft Support for more assistance with installing Office with your product key.

Alternatives to Installing Office with a Product Key

There are a few alternatives to installing Office with a product key. One is to use a free trial of Office. This will give you access to all the features of Office for a limited time, after which you'll need to purchase a license to continue using it. Another option is to buy a subscription to Office 365. This will give you access to the latest version of Office, as well as other benefits such as 1TB of storage on OneDrive and 60 minutes of Skype calls per month.

Conclusion

Installing Microsoft Office with product key is an easy and straightforward process, especially if you follow the steps outlined in this article. After following these instructions, your product key should be successfully activated and able to use all the features of Office. With its powerful tools like Word, Excel, PowerPoint and more, you can take advantage of what Office has to offer for both personal and professional use. So don’t hesitate any longer; give it a try today!