Windows 10: Problems activating windows via /ipk

0xC004E016

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Unable to Activate Win 8

I was about to suggest run CMD as Admin and then do a "slmgr -ipk xxxx-xxxx-xxxx-xxxx" activation...does anyone know if that works with win8?

 

Windows Activation error 0xc0000022

Hi,



Thank you for writing to Microsoft Community Forums.



I understand that you are facing issues in activating Windows. I’ll certainly assist you with the issue.



However, please let us know:

1. How are you trying to activate Windows?
   
2. Which edition of Windows is installed on the computer? i.e. Home/Pro
   
3. Are you aware of any changes made prior to this issue?
   

I would suggest you to refer the suggestions by Prakhar_Khare Replied on Replied on March 25, 2021 in the thread Error Code when trying to run slmgr /ipk and see if that helps.



Let us know how it goes.



Regards,

Nikhar Khare

Microsoft Community – Moderator

 

can't activate windows 10 0xC004C003

Thanks for reaching out! I'm an Independent Advisor and a Microsoft user like you.

Please try these steps below:

Using Command Prompt:

• Open Command Prompt as an administrator.
  
• Run the following commands to reset the licensing status:
  
  
• If you need to uninstall the product key from an old device, use:
  
  
• To install a new product key, use:
  
  
• Replace xxxxx-xxxxx-xxxxx-xxxxx-xxxxx with your actual product key.
  

1. Contacting Microsoft Support:
   
   • If the above steps do not resolve the issue, contact Microsoft Support here. They can help you activate your Windows by verifying your product key and hardware changes.
     
2. Using the System File Checker (SFC):
   
   • Run the System File Checker to repair any corrupted system files:
     
     
   • This can help resolve issues that might be preventing activation.
     
3. Updating Windows:
   
   • Ensure you have the latest updates installed. Specifically, if you are experiencing issues due to a specific update, you might need to apply a newer update or a specific Servicing Stack Update (SSU) and Cumulative Update (LCU).
     

If you are transferring a Windows 10 license to a new computer, follow these steps:

1. Deactivate the License on the Old Computer:
   
   • Use Command Prompt to uninstall the product key:
     
     
   • This will remove the product key from the old computer and clear it from the registry.
     
2. Activate the License on the New Computer:
   
   • Use the same product key to activate Windows on the new computer:
     
     

Please do let me know if the method I suggested works for you or if you need further assistance.