Windows 10: can someone help me with the error code 0xC004F213 even tho I just did a software update?

I did an update because it showed me that there was an update available and after that my pc booted like it was new and then when I wanted to change the audio output in settings I got an message that I need to activate windows.and I had windows activated before that and I didn't change any components.

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0xC004F213 error on activation after switching to a new hardware

Windows Activation Error Code 0xc004f213 – Windows activation assists you to verify that your copy of windows is genuine. Windows is the part of Microsoft which always come up with the latest versions. To avail the amazing features of latest window version
a user need to upgrade it. And while upgrading most of the users have to deal with Windows common errors. In general, there are many errors but today in this blog section we will provide you with the solution for Windows Activation Error Code 0xc004f213.

Step By Step Guide to Fix Windows Activation Error Code 0xc004f213

Solution1: Buy the Product Key

This one is the most efficient way to troubleshoot your Windows Activation Error Code 0xc004f213. Below listed are following steps that you can perform manually:

The first thing you need to do is click on the Start button and open Settings.

Then, click on Update and Security and go to Activation.

Select “Go to Microsoft Office Store”.

After that, you will have the option of a New Window License.

Click on that fill the requested details.

After you got your new license go back to Update and Security.

Now you have to tap on Activation and then click on “Edit Product Key”.

Lastly, you only need to update with a new key.

Solution 2: Restore Activation Token

It is quite essential to reconstruct the activation token file and try again. Following are the steps:

Firstly click on my computer and then go to local disk C.

After that on the local disk C, move on to Windows.

Choose System32 and select SPP.

Go to the Store when you see PP and then click on 2.0. C is the system drive where you have installed windows. In case you have installed in another drive then go there.

Solution 3: Activate Windows By Giving Command

In this process, you can try to activate Windows by using the command. Below are the steps:

First of all click on the Start button and go Cmd.

Afterwards right click on the Command prompt and choose Run as administrator.

Now you have to enter the below-mentioned commands

slmgr.vbs.ipk <product key>

slmgr.vbs/ato

Solution 4: Perform the System File Checker Command

The Windows Activation Error Code 0xc004f213 occur because of an internal error on your computer. In this situation restoring the problematic system files may lead to an error on your computer. In order to run it, you must run the system file checker command:

Below given are the steps to perform this solution:

First of all click on the Start button

Then, in the search bar type Cmd.

Right click on the Cmd and choose run as administrator.

After that type sfc/scannow and hit the enter button. Wait for a moment until the process is complete.

 

Error code 0xC004F213

Hi there Nguyễn, I will be your Independent Advisor for today, I hope we can both resolve your problem.

Error indicates that Windows reported that no product key was found on your device. Follow this link

https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/10738/... and go to the error code for 0xC004F213.

How did you acquire the license for this PC?

Did you make any hardware changes?

https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/10738/...

 

update error code 801812CB

Hello ShawnWilliams:



Thank you for posting to the forum regarding your update error. At this point, I will provide some basic troubleshooting and request more information. There is no documentation or mention of this specific error by other customers. Please verify the following:

• What is the exact error code and message included?
• Where do you receive this error, on the PC, on the phone, in the Zune software, etc...?
• What is the current OS running on your phone, tap settings > about > more info?
• What is the OS running on your PC?

As for general troubleshooting, try the steps in this article,
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/2484484?wa=wsignin1.0. As there is no mention of your error code I do suggest you review all the steps in this article. I would start with the steps for error code 801812C1 as this is the closest code I could find to the
one posted.



If you continue to have this error after trying the above steps, please attempt the update from another PC connected to a different network. If you can we would also suggest you use another sync cable.



Please let us know if you have any other questions or concerns.



Mark W.