Unable to Activate Windows 11 Pro After SSD Replacement

[Windows 11]

Hello,I had Windows 11 Pro activated on my desktop PC using a non-OEM (retail/boxed) license. Unfortunately, the SSD in that system failed and is no longer functional. After replacing the SSD and reinstalling Windows, I’m now receiving an error stating that my product key is already in use.Since the original SSD is completely dead, I’m unable to deactivate Windows on the old installation. I purchased this license as a lifetime retail key, and as far as I understand, it should be transferable to new hardware or reinstalls on the same machine.How can I reset or reactivate my license on this new

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