If they match, then activation proceeds automatically. If that code exists, then Windows knows that the computer was manufactured by that OEM, and verifies it against the activation file. When you get Windows pre-installed on your PC, it comes with special OEM activation files, which tell Windows to check for a certain code on the motherboard of the computer. The reason why your keys are different is a fundamental difference between how OEM activation works and how normal activation works. It sounds like you've already read the key using some similar software though. First of all, for reference, we have a community-faq post on how to find keys on Windows.
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