Windows 8.1 Setup exe This product key didn't work. Check it and try again

I am upgrading my machine with a new MOBO and SSD. I need a full windows 8.1 install disk so I am trying to create one from the WindowsSetupBox.exe file.
I am doing this on the machine that I will be upgrading and it currently has 8.1 Pro. When I enter my product key (yes confirmed correct) I get 'This product key didn't work. Check it and try again.'
My MOBO is coming today and I really want to get this thing done tonight but I can't even begin without an 8.1 Pro install disk. any help is much appreciated.
NOTE: I tried the regedit fix that I found for the same error on activating windows. (no luck)

I attempted this, and it installed fine but would not accept my key when trying to change.
I had to call tech support and waste a lot of time only to get disconnected. However, upon calling back the very first person I talked to was very helpful. He had me run slui 4 which prompted for my location and then gave the activation id that
I had to read to him. Next, I was prompted for a confirmation number supplied by him.
After this it showed windows was active, but a few hours later it said once again that I needed to activate. At this time my original product key did in fact work fine for activation. Thanks for the help guys. Ultimately, there doesn't
seem to be an answer for my problem other than letting tech support fix it and hope you get someone that knows what to do when you call.

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