Windows 10: Windows lost activation after BIOS update.

I just updated my BIOS because I had some presumably memory compatibility-related issues resulting in a Blue Screen each time my PC went to sleep and was woken back up. It is a self built PC that has been running for about 2 years, getting the Windows 11 Update at some point. Now, after doing the BIOS update, it has some problem with the activation. If i use the troubleshooter, it lists a Dell Laptop I used to own years ago, which came with windows installed, as my only device. If I click changed hardware, it says it is unable to activate.Before the BIOS update, there were never any actiavti

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MSI 5870 BIOS Update

Still can't reproduce. Could you please post the exact BIOSes that produce the issue?

 

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Hi all i am new in this forum, i need meanings step by step of each item listed in the bios Phoenix-Award

 

Activation issue after updating BIOS

Hi,



Thank you for writing to Microsoft Community Forums.



I understand that you are facing issues with activation on your PC after updating BIOS, and I certainly appreciate your efforts in trying to resolve the issue by following certain troubleshooting steps.



For further clarity on the issue, please respond to the questions below:

1. Did Windows 10 came pre-installed on your PC?
   
2. What is the error message that you receive while activating Windows?
   

Since you have already tried using the Activation troubleshooter I would suggest you to try activating the copy of Windows using Phone Activation.

1. Press Windows key + R. This will open
   Run. Alternatively, you can go to Start and search for Run.
   
2. In Run dialog box, type SLUI 04 and hit
   Enter.
   
3. Follow the on-screen instructions.
   

In addition, you can also check if the Software Protection Service is running. Kindly follow the steps mentioned below:

1. Press Windows key + R, type services.msc and click on
   OK.
2. Now, look for Software Protection service, right click on it and select
   Restart.

However, it would be great if you can get in touch with our Technical Support team using the
Chat or
Call channel for further assistance with the issue as they can
assist you better with the query.



Regards,

Prakhar Khare

Microsoft Community – Moderator