Windows 10: Can not activate windows, recognizes the wrong device.

Discus and support Can not activate windows, recognizes the wrong device. in Windows 10 Gaming to solve the problem; I've wiped and reinstalled windows on my computer several times in the past week with no issues. For some reason yesterday when I did it my windows 10... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Gaming' started by Alex Jackson3, Jul 12, 2023.

  1. Can not activate windows, recognizes the wrong device.


    I've wiped and reinstalled windows on my computer several times in the past week with no issues. For some reason yesterday when I did it my windows 10 home failed to activate through my Microsoft account I have no key it has to go through my account.When I use the activation troubleshooting it gives me an error 0xc004f213 and shows me the incorrect device with the wrong version of windows an old computer of mine with windows 10 pro.I tried upgrading from windows 10 to 11 but have the same issue.I unlinked the device from my account but it still recognizes the wrong device with the wrong v

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    Alex Jackson3, Jul 12, 2023
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  2. Some USB Devices not recognized in Windows 10

    Hi have Windows 10 Pro insider preview 10532 64bit Pro Intel i7 desktop PC.

    I have multiple USB devices connected, USB 3 & 2. The USB HDD is working however my Samsung phone and kindle are no longer being recognized. The steps followed so far:

    • Uninstalled all USB devices in device manager including controllers
    • Flashed BIOS to latest version
    • Updated USB drivers for the devices from manufacturers sites
    • Tried new USB cables

    Please note: both devices are recognized by my Windows 10 Lenovo laptop.

    I really don't want to fresh install, please suggest any diagnostics I can try.

    Thanks
     
    TonyHallett, Jul 12, 2023
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  3. USB device not recognized spam

    Hi Kyle,

    You may receive this error if one of your USB connected devices is not properly recognized by the system. Let's try the troubleshooting steps provided by
    Krishna Prasobh V on this
    thread
    .

    In addition, we suggest that you turn off the notifications from the USB by following these steps:

    • Open Settings by typing "settings" in Cortana's search box.
    • Click on Devices.
    • Locate USB and toggle the switch to Off.
    Keep us updated with the status of your concern and we'll be glad to assist you further.
     
    Katrina Men, Jul 12, 2023
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  4. Can not activate windows, recognizes the wrong device.

    USB sound/midi device not recognized

    I have a Technics PR804 keyboard attached to my Windows 10 laptop through USB. I've installed the drivers that came with my keyboard by entering compatibility mode to Windows ME, but the device manager won't recognize the hardware when it's turned on and
    plugged into my laptop. I've seen instructions online indicating that device manager should identify the keyboard as a sound device, and that I should be able to choose folder location for correct driver, but can't complete this step as device manager does
    not list the keyboard as an available device.

    Any suggestions?
     
    Music ManRX, Jul 12, 2023
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