Windows 10: Cannot activate Windows on new notebook

Discus and support Cannot activate Windows on new notebook in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; hi,I have just bought a new notebook asus zenbook and after starting it and installing latest Windows 10 updates it says that Windows is not activated... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by bolek12345, Mar 19, 2022.

  1. Cannot activate Windows on new notebook


    hi,I have just bought a new notebook asus zenbook and after starting it and installing latest Windows 10 updates it says that Windows is not activated - when I try to activate it it says it cant. Here is a screenshot.I have a been buying zenbooks for some time and this never happened to me. What should i do?

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    bolek12345, Mar 19, 2022
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  2. Dewdrop_ Win User

    Cortana Notebook

    In order to enable the Notebook icon in Cortana, I suggest you to check if you have enabled Cortana.

    To enable Cortana, please follow the steps below:

    • Go to Cortana.
    • Go to Settings.
    • Turn on “Cortana can give you suggestions, ideas, reminders, alerts”.

    Hope this helps.
     
    Dewdrop_, Mar 19, 2022
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  3. windows xp installation and dual core am

    could someone please list the steps they follow to install windows with a dual core processor and windows xp service pack to. I'm reletively new to amd dual core and i feel i'm missing a step. All help will be appreciated. thanx
     
    exodusprime1337, Mar 19, 2022
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  4. Cannot activate Windows on new notebook

    Error: "Unable to create your notebook. Check internet connection and try again", when creating a new notebook on OneNote

    Hi Abigail,



    Thank you for writing to Microsoft Community Forums.



    I understand that you are unable to create a new notebook in OneNote app. I appreciate your efforts in trying to resolve the issue by following certain troubleshooting steps. For more clarity on the issue, please respond to the
    questions below.



    1. Are you aware of any changes being made to the PC?
    2. Were you able to create notebooks prior to this issue?
    3. Have you signed in with Microsoft account on the PC?
    4. Which version of OneNote app are you using?
    5. Are you trying to create the notebook on Computer or OneDrive?


    If you are creating the Notebook on Computer, then please try creating it on OneDrive and check. Also, you can try doing vice versa and check if you are able to create.



    However, I would suggest you to follow the steps mentioned below and check if that helps.



    Method 1:



    I would suggest you to check for updates and make sure the PC is up to date. Refer the article

    Keep your PC up to date
    .



    Method 2:



    Try running the Windows apps troubleshooter and check if that helps.



    1. Go to Settings >
      Update & Security > Troubleshooter.
    2. Under Find and fix problems look for
      Windows Store Apps.
    3. Now click on it and select
      Run the troubleshooter
      .
    4. Follow the on screen instructions.


    Method 3:



    I would suggest you to create a new user account and check if that helps. Refer the article

    Create a local user or administrator account in Windows 10
    .



    If the issue persists, please get back to us with the details and the results of the troubleshooting steps to assist you further.



    Regards,

    Prakhar Khare

    Microsoft Community – Moderator
     
    Prakhar_Khare, Mar 19, 2022
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