Windows 10: activation trouble

Discus and support activation trouble in Windows 10 Updates and Activation to solve the problem; I purchased my system secondhand, with Windows 10 preinstalled.Unfortunately, the hard drive died on me. I had purchased a support plan, and they... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Updates and Activation' started by Jeff Smith6, Jul 24, 2024.

  1. JEFF SMITH6
    Jeff Smith6 Win User

    activation trouble


    I purchased my system secondhand, with Windows 10 preinstalled.Unfortunately, the hard drive died on me. I had purchased a support plan, and they replaced the HD and reinstalled Windows, but did NOT activate it. When I contacted them, they replied that that is not part of the service.This system apparently shipped with Windows 8 when new, and had since been updated to 10. Thanks to a Dell rep, I was able to find the original activation code, but of course that won't work on Windows 10.VRX7N-CX3MY-RF9K6-64M78-RX7Q2I am hoping I can get a code that will work for me on that basis.Jeff

    :)
     
    Jeff Smith6, Jul 24, 2024
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  2. SLARTYBART
    Slartybart Win User

    Windows 10 fails to update


    When you finish testing the Avast suggestion, make sure that you restart your machine.

    Then if the issue persists, please return to the trouble shooting list in post# 89

    I think there are three steps that remain; the WU troubleshooter, reset WU components, and manual WU reset.
     
    Slartybart, Jul 24, 2024
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  3. MIGUELCHIAPPORI
    MiguelChiappori Win User
    windows Activation

    Hello,

    I hope I can help you today

    Having trouble activating Windows 10? Try these steps to resolve activation errors:

    Confirm that your device is up to date and running Windows 10, version 1607 or later. Learn how to update Windows 10.

    Use the Activation troubleshooter to resolve simple errors. See the following instructions for more details.

    If you're still seeing an error, check the list of error codes below and follow the suggested steps to resolve it.

    Make sure the error hasn't changed. Sometimes when you run the Activation troubleshooter or attempt to activate, the error code and message will change. If it has changed, look up the new code below and follow the recommended steps.

    this link has more detailed information

    https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/10738/...
     
    MiguelChiappori, Jul 24, 2024
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  4. BRIANMBC
    BrianMBC Win User

    activation trouble

    Trouble saving voicemail number

    To access my voicemail it is my phone number, a pause and 4 digit pin.



    I did the following steps:

    • Turned off default voicemail number
    • Added a , (for pause) at end of my phone number
    • Added the 4 digit pin
    I get the following error message We're having trouble saving your voicemail number right now. Try again later.



    Any suggestions on how to correct this?
     
    BrianMBC, Jul 24, 2024
    #4
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