Why can't I use my activation key from Legacy Desktop 11 version after reinstalling on MacPro

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stefaniep

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Hello,
I tried everything I can think of to make my current Parallels version workable again. I was notified that my version of MacBook Pro (MacOS Monterey version 12.6.3) is no longer supported by the Parallels Desktop 11 permanent/legacy version for Mac. I tried to find an update for my version but was unable to find one so I reinstalled Parallels (I believe its came up to be the Parallels 17 version) and now I cannot use the Activation key. The error message that pops up after typing in the activation key states "This key cannot be used to activate Parallels Desktop". I would greatly appreciate to know why I cannot use Parallels anymore and if there is a way to fix it.? I tried contraction customer support only to find out they are not reachable via phone, chat, or email as I do not have a subscription but a permanent license so Im very hopeful to get some answers via this forum. Thank you!!!
 
stefaniep said:
Hello,
I tried everything I can think of to make my current Parallels version workable again. I was notified that my version of MacBook Pro (MacOS Monterey version 12.6.3) is no longer supported by the Parallels Desktop 11 permanent/legacy version for Mac. I tried to find an update for my version but was unable to find one so I reinstalled Parallels (I believe its came up to be the Parallels 17 version) and now I cannot use the Activation key. The error message that pops up after typing in the activation key states "This key cannot be used to activate Parallels Desktop". I would greatly appreciate to know why I cannot use Parallels anymore and if there is a way to fix it.? I tried contraction customer support only to find out they are not reachable via phone, chat, or email as I do not have a subscription but a permanent license so Im very hopeful to get some answers via this forum. Thank you!!!
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Hi Stephanie,
The Parallels Desktop 11 license key can be used to activate Parallels Desktop 11 only which isn't compatible with macOS Monterey: https://kb.parallels.com/114381. There are two options for you: either purchase a Parallels Desktop 18 upgrade license, download Parallels Desktop 18 from the website and activate it with the new key or install and activate Parallels Desktop 11 on a Mac with macOS version not higher than macOS Sierra.
 
Mikhail Ushakov said:
Hi Stephanie,
The Parallels Desktop 11 license key can be used to activate Parallels Desktop 11 only which isn't compatible with macOS Monterey: https://kb.parallels.com/114381. There are two options for you: either purchase a Parallels Desktop 18 upgrade license, download Parallels Desktop 18 from the website and activate it with the new key or install and activate Parallels Desktop 11 on a Mac with macOS version not higher than macOS Sierra.
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I have a very similar problem reactivating P11 (in Mavericks) but you have not replied. I've sent you a PM.
 
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