You start the RDS License Manager and expect to see the number of issued client access licenses (CALs). In this scenario, the top-level summary fields show "0" issued free or temporary CALs. Resolution. Hotfix information. A supported hotfix is available from Microsoft Support.

It is essential that you link your Microsoft account to the Windows 10 license on your device. Linking your Microsoft account with your digital license enables you to reactivate Windows using the Activation troubleshooter whenever you make a significant hardware change.

Press the Windows logo key to open the Start menu, and then enter “cmd” in the search bar. Right-click Command Prompt, and then select Run as administrator. Enter the following command line in Command Prompt: sc.exe stop licensemanager. Press the Enter key to run the command.

Windows 11 Windows 10. Activation helps verify that your copy of Windows is genuine and hasn’t been used on more devices than the Microsoft Software License Terms allow. This article will help you troubleshoot and fix common activation errors in Windows. For help finding your product key, see Find your Windows product key.

Go to Settings. Go to About. Locate the Version number. If your version number is 2311.1001.7.0 or newer (higher), then you are good to go. If your version number is older (lower) than that, then you will need to update your Xbox app for PC with these steps: Launch the Microsoft Store app. Click Library. Click Get Updates.

A digital license (called a digital entitlement in Windows 10, Version 1511) is a method of activation in Windows 10 and Windows 11 that doesn't require you to enter a product key. Without one of these, you won't be able to activate your device. Where to find your product key depends on how you got your copy of Windows.

Antivirus software. If you’re running third-party antivirus software on your PC, sometimes that can incorrectly cause installation errors. If you encounter issues installing games, try suspending your antivirus software temporarily while you attempt to troubleshoot game installation from the Xbox app or the Microsoft Store app on your PC.

Activate a brand new Office product key. Troubleshoot activation errors. Activate Microsoft 365 or a non-subscription version of Office. When you start an Microsoft 365 app that's not activated, you'll be prompted to sign in to Microsoft 365.

. Games & apps. Troubleshoot Game Bar on Windows. If you’re having trouble using Game Bar—like getting keyboard shortcuts to work—here are some things to try. Things to keep in mind: Before you begin troubleshooting any of the following problems, first verify that you have the latest version of Windows and that all Windows updates are complete:

Activate Microsoft 365 or Office. To open an app, select the Start button (lower-left corner of your screen) and type the name of an app, like Word. If you have Windows 8.1 or 8.0, type the name of an Microsoft 365 app on the Start screen.