If you’re encountering the error message We can’t activate Windows on this device as we can’t connect to your organization’s activation server, here’s a step-by-step guide to resolve the issue. This error commonly occurs on Windows 10 and is accompanied by various error codes such as:
- 0x8007232b
- 0x8007007b
- 0xC004F034
- 0xC004F074
- 0xC004F210
- 0xC004E016
Steps to Fix the Activation Error
Step 1: Open Command Prompt as Administrator
- Open Command Prompt:
- Press
Windows + X
and select Command Prompt (Admin) or Windows PowerShell (Admin). - Alternatively, you can type cmd in the search bar, right-click on Command Prompt, and select Run as administrator.
- Press
Step 2: Set the KMS Server
- Enter KMS Server Command:
- In the Command Prompt window, type the following command and press Enter:bash
slmgr /skms kms8.msguides.com
- Wait for the confirmation message that the KMS server has been set successfully.
Step 3: Activate Windows
- Activate Windows:
- In the Command Prompt, type the following command and press Enter:bash
slmgr /ato
- Wait for the process to complete. This may take a few moments as Windows attempts to connect to the KMS server and activate your copy.
Step 4: Verify Activation
- Check Activation Status:
- Once the activation process is complete, you should see a message confirming that Windows is activated.
- To double-check, you can go to Settings > Update & Security > Activation to see the activation status.
Frequently asked question
Can I use this command on Windows 11?
Yes you can use this command on your windows 11. Although this command has been tested on Microsoft Windows 10 operating system only.
Is this a genuine way to activate?
This is not the genuine way to activate Windows 10 operating system. Legal way to activate Windows operating system is with the valid product key purchase from the official Microsoft store or its partners.
Conclusion
By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the activation issue and successfully activate your copy of Windows 10. If you continue to experience problems, it’s recommended to contact your organization’s support person for further assistance.