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What is Windows 10 tied to? Windows activation errors

Recently (in connection with the release of Windows 10), there is a very common opinion on the Internet: the Windows 10 activation system has changed a lot, activation is now tied to the device and Microsoft account, and the key is no longer needed. Often links to articles containing this opinion are used as arguments in disputes. Let's try to figure out if this is really so.

To the question “Where does this information come from?” Usually they cite Gabriel Aul or someone else from Microsoft saying something like that. At best, quotes like this are given:

If you’ve previously activated a genuine copy of Windows 10 on your device, you’ll be able to activate Windows 10 Insider Preview builds of the same edition without the need to enter a product key. This will also enable you to re-install the latest public release of Windows 10 entering without a product key if you no longer want Windows Insider Preview on your device.

An attentive reader (somewhat familiar with English) will notice that the quote does not say a word about any changes in the activation system. And personally, I have not come across a single official source in which Microsoft or its employees would report such changes.

Now let's move on to the practical part:

In VMware Player we will create a virtual machine (for Windows 10 x64), deny it access to the network (just in case), and install Windows 10 into it.

Myth 1 – Windows 10 is installed keyless: In Windows 10, Microsoft has returned the ability to skip entering the product key during installation (as it was in Windows 7), this is true. However, is the OS installed without a key?

In the installed system, open the command line (as administrator), and enter the command “slmgr.vbs /dlv”:

As you can see, the system already has a key (3V66T), or rather:

• VK7JG-NPHTM-C97JM-9MPGT-3V66T for Pro edition,
• YTMG3-N6DKC-DKB77-7M9GH-8HVX7 for Home edition,
• or BT79Q-G7N6G-PGBYW-4YWX6-6F4BT for Home SL.

What are these keys? These are installation keys (by default) suitable for installing the OS distribution kit of the corresponding edition (in the absence of a unique key); similar keys also exist for previous versions of Windows. Where did the key in the system come from? Considering that we did not enter the key during installation, and the system did not have access to the network, the installer substituted the key in response to our refusal to enter ours.

Myth 2 – Windows 10 is possible activate keyless: We have already found out that the key is still in the system. Now let's see what we have there with activation: “Start/Settings/Update and Security/Activation”.

Since there is no access to the network, the system prompts us to connect to the Internet for activation, or perform activation by phone. Let's see what happens if we remove the key from the system (after all, according to the myth, it is not needed) “slmgr.vbs /upk”.

There are a surprising number of mentions of a seemingly unnecessary product key, and not a single suggestion to activate the system without it. Apparently the “crooked Indians” screwed something up again.

Myth 3 – activation is now tied to the computer, not the key: let's return to activation by phone (with the 3V66T key installed), select your country, and in the next step we see the following window:

What is this set of nine sequences of numbers? And this is an identifier obtained on the basis of a keychain (installed in the system) and equipment (on which this system is installed). At the time of activation, this identifier is stored on the server, and a response code (suitable only for this identifier) ​​is generated. If you make significant changes to the PC configuration, install the system with the same key on another PC, or change the product key on this one, the identifier will change, will not match the one saved on the server, and activation will not be completed.

Windows has previously bound itself to a device using this mechanism, but it is important to understand that this binding (both before and now) involves a key (without which the identifier will not be generated).

It is worth noting that “boxed” keys have the right to be transferred to other devices (i.e. you can remove boxed Windows from one device and install it on another), in this case the server (having recognized the “boxed” key) will save the new identifier and activate system on a new device.

Myth 4 – Windows 10 activation is tied to a Microsoft account: above we have already installed the system and were able to activate it (by phone) - without a single mention of a Microsoft account. Even if you install the system (with network access), the installer provides the option not to connect to your account:

How a device that has never connected to the Internet (activated by phone) or has never connected to a Microsoft account (using a local one) can be linked to an account (that no one created) remains a mystery.

Myth 5 – now there will be no keys at all: they will! Both in boxes and embedded in the BIOS of motherboards (devices with Windows 10 pre-installed). The key is the only proof (for the activation server) that you purchased Windows in one way or another.

Well, now a little about what has changed: one single (small) change has nothing to do with the activation mechanisms. It’s just that everyone who updated their Windows 7/8.1 to 10 (at the time of the update) was activated with the same installation keys (by default), which is why when (clean) reinstalling Windows 10 on the same device, you do not need to enter the key (the installer will enter it yourself the key with which the system is activated).

This “knight’s move”, however, creates one small problem (for owners of box licenses), because according to the Windows 10 license agreement:

b. Standalone software. If the software was purchased as a standalone version (or if the software was upgraded from a standalone version), you can transfer the software to another device you own. You may also transfer the software to a device owned by someone else if (i) you are the first licensed user of the software and (ii) the new user agrees to the terms of this agreement. To transfer the software, you can use an authorized backup copy or the media on which you received the software. Before you transfer software to a new device, you must remove it from your previous device. You may not transfer software for the purpose of sharing licenses across multiple devices."

Those. the license for Windows 10 (obtained by updating the boxed Windows 7/8.1) has the right to be transferred (without time restrictions), but in fact it is impossible to perform a clean installation and activation of 10 on another device without a (own) key, and installing the boxed 7/8.1 on a new one a device with a subsequent update to 10 (this is exactly how Microsoft support suggests using the transfer right) will no longer be free after July 28, 2016. But that’s another conversation...

Like most licensed software, the Windows 10 operating system is a paid product. But it also has a “shareware” version. Each user decides for himself whether to leave the trial version on the computer or go through the OS activation process. Those who have opted for the licensed version can obtain the coveted activation key in several ways.

Why activate Windows 10

The “shareware” (non-activated) version of Windows 10 almost does not limit the functionality of the OS. Externally, it differs from the activated version only in that at the bottom of the desktop, above the taskbar, a “watermark” always hangs - a reminder of Windows activation. In addition, the user of the non-activated version is deprived of the opportunity to personalize the system, that is, change the desktop wallpaper, icons, loading screens, color themes, and so on. There is nothing critical for work in this, but still, these seemingly insignificant restrictions can sooner or later begin to irritate. In this case, it makes sense to activate Windows using one of the methods described below.

The “watermark” can be removed using third-party utilities, but restrictions on system personalization settings will still remain

How to activate Windows 10 without a license key

So, you have decided to activate your version of Windows 10. If you have an activation key, then there is nothing complicated about it. But what if there is no key? In this case, there are also ways to legally activate the OS. Microsoft offers two proven and secure methods to choose from:

• Digital Entitlement method;
• Activating Windows 10 by phone.

Digital Entitlement Method

In the Russian translation, the method of activating Digital Entitlement is called “Digital Resolution”. It was originally intended only for users participating in the Windows Insider program, created by Microsoft for preliminary testing and evaluation of Windows. Then the “digital resolution” became available to everyone during the free upgrade promotion period from versions 7 and 8.1 to Windows 10.

You can get a “digital license” on a PC by linking a Microsoft account to the installed OS through the “Activation” setting in the “Update and Security” settings, after which you will forever no longer need to activate Windows 10. But you will still need to enter at least once on your PC Windows license key.

After creating a Microsoft account, a corresponding entry will appear in the activation settings

To become a Windows Insider user and receive the coveted “digital permit”, you must:

1. Go to the “Start - Control Panel - Update and Security” menu. Go to the Windows Insider Program section and click Get Started.
   You can also open the settings window by finding the required parameter through the Windows search window
2. In the window that appears, you need to log in to your Microsoft account (if you don’t have one, then you will be asked to create one).
   You can also create a Microsoft account on the official website of the corporation
3. Then the user will be offered a choice of one of three Windows Insider build packages, which differ in the “rawness” of system components. These packages accordingly allow:
   
4. After selecting the Windows Insider build package, you must restart your PC.
   You can restart your PC later
5. The next time you boot your system, you need to go into the Update & Security setting, then open the Windows Update window and click the Check for Updates button to download the required Windows Insider package.
   Sometimes the required Windows Insider build is downloaded automatically immediately after the PC is restarted
6. Done, you now own the "digital resolution" of Windows.

Video: How to become a Windows Insider

The author of this article would like to warn users who are planning to resort to this method of obtaining “digital permission”. Firstly, the downloaded version of Windows 10 will be a test version and cannot guarantee stable operation of all components. Secondly, you will have to update the OS very often, since the number of Windows test components that are released is quite large. And thirdly, this type of system activation actually provides the user not with an official licensed version of Windows, but with a trial version of it, which is valid for 90 days, followed by automatic renewal for the same period. Sometimes a “watermark” that appears on the desktop may indicate that a trial version is being used.

When you hover over the watermark, a message will appear with information about using the Windows Insider Program

Activating Windows 10 by phone

This is another official way to activate Windows 10 offered by Microsoft. You need to do the following:

1. Press the WIN+R key combination to open the Windows command line, enter the slui 4 command and press Enter.
   You can also launch the Windows command line by right-clicking on the “Start” icon and selecting the appropriate menu
2. In the “Windows Activation Wizard” window that appears, after selecting your region of residence, an information window will open with the phone number to call and the installation code.
   You need to click on the “Enter confirmation code” button only after the answering machine confirms that the installation code you entered is correct.
3. Call the provided toll-free number, then follow the step-by-step instructions from the answering machine. At the end you will be asked to enter the installation code on your phone.
4. After entering the installation code, the answering robot will dictate a Windows activation confirmation code to you. You will need to enter it in the confirmation window.
   
   If the confirmation code is entered correctly, then after clicking the “Windows Activation” button, a window will appear confirming the completion of the activation process
5. After entering the appropriate code, hang up, click the “Windows Activation” button, and then “Done”.
   After completing the Windows 10 activation process by phone, a corresponding entry will appear in the “Activation” settings
6. Restart your PC. Your version of Windows 10 is now activated.

Video: Activating Windows 10 by phone

Security level of Windows 10 activation by phone

This method of activating Windows 10 is one of the safest, since the entire process is confidential, without the participation of any third parties (the activation is carried out by an answering robot). In addition, you do not transmit any personal data or information that threatens the security of your PC and operating system. There is only one rule to remember: call only the numbers specified in the “Windows Activation Wizard by Phone”.

Problems activating Windows 10 by phone

Sometimes the activation method by phone may not work. The most common problems that arise are:

1. "Data not recognized." Or the Windows activation confirmation key was entered incorrectly - check and enter it again. Or the key is not suitable for the installed version of Windows - then you need to contact Microsoft technical support).
2. "Call reset." The reason may be faults on the line or technical work of the Microsoft call center. It is best to call on weekdays from 9:00 to 20:00 Moscow time.
3. "Synchronization error." Occurs when Windows time and date settings fail. If the time and date are set correctly, try synchronizing via the Internet through the bottom “Date and Time” control panel.

Delay activation of Windows 10

As you know, the non-activated version of Windows 10 is available for use only for 30 calendar days. After this period expires, the system will simply stop booting, displaying only a window with a message about the need to activate the OS. However, in reality, Windows 10 can run for as long as 90 days without activation. To do this, you need to use the deferred activation feature provided by Microsoft.

You need to do the following:

Video: How to extend the trial period for Windows 10 through the command line console

Activating Windows 10 after replacing PC components

If you had a licensed version of Windows 10 installed and you decided to replace components on your computer, this may lead to the OS activation key being reset. In this case, it will be impossible to reuse the current license. Most often this problem occurs when replacing the motherboard.. To reactivate the OS, do the following:

1. In Windows Settings, go to the Update & Security console and open the Activation window. Select the Troubleshoot menu.
   When you change a hardware component, an entry will appear in the activation section warning that your OS version is not activated
2. The activation system will display a message like: “Windows could not be activated on this device.” Click on the line “Hardware changes have recently been made to this device.”
   You will also be prompted to go to the Windows Store to purchase the new version of the OS.
3. You will then be asked to sign in using your personal Microsoft account.
   If you are already logged in, this step will be automatically skipped.
4. A window will appear asking you to select the hardware component that was replaced on your PC. After checking the appropriate box, click the “Activate” button.
   If you changed several hardware components at once, then you must select them all from the list presented.
5. Ready. Your version of Windows 10 is activated again.
   After troubleshooting, a message will appear in the settings indicating that Windows 10 activation was successful.

Ways to purchase a Windows 10 license key

There are several ways to purchase a license key to activate Windows 10. Let's look at the most popular ones.

Microsoft Digital Store

This is the fastest and safest way. Once your purchase is complete, you will receive a digital key to activate your version of Windows 10. To purchase:

1. Go to the official Microsoft website. In the Windows section, click on the “Buy Windows 10” button.
   
   To quickly navigate the site, you can use the search bar
2. You will be offered a choice of purchasing two versions of the OS: “Home” and PRO (“Professional”). The difference between them is that the PRO version has expanded functionality and an improved data protection system. Click on the “Buy Windows 10” button.
   
   By clicking on the “Buy” button, you will be redirected to a page with a detailed description of the functions and capabilities of each OS version
3. On the next page, where the advantages of the new OS will be described in detail, you must click on the “Add to cart” button, and then on “Checkout”.
   
   The cost of the order automatically includes VAT tax
4. After selecting the payment method, click on the “Place order” button.
   
5. Ready. The license key will be sent to your email, which is used in your Microsoft account. This key will need to be entered in the Activations settings of the Update and Security console.

Other ways to purchase a key

There are other, quite convenient, but differing in price and degree of reliability methods for purchasing a Windows 10 activation key.

A reliable, but less cheap way to purchase a licensed version of the OS. When using it, the benefit can be about 1–2 thousand rubles. You cannot purchase the boxed version on the official Microsoft website; you need to buy it in digital stores.

The kit includes:

• Bootable USB device with Windows 10 OS;
• digital activation code;
• paper instructions for installing the system.

Before purchasing the boxed version, check for license certificates of authenticity

Purchasing equipment with Windows 10 installed

The most expensive way to purchase an OS. In this case, Windows 10 will, in fact, be just an addition to the components. Most often, this method is used by users who decide to completely update their PC hardware. In this case, a system unit pre-assembled in a store with Windows 10 installed will cost less than purchasing kits and the OS separately.

Usually in the characteristics of the system unit assembly there is a record of the presence of Windows installed

Purchasing through third party marketplaces

The least expensive way to purchase a Windows license, but the most unreliable. You can buy a Windows 10 digital key on any well-known trading platform, for example, on eBay.com. There are different risks with such a purchase. They may sell you a non-working key or an “OEM version” of it (a key that is already tied to specific equipment). The seller can replace the OS version (for example, sell a 32-bit version instead of a 64-bit one). D Even if the site (like, say, eBay) has a refund function within 30 days, this still does not guarantee the safety of the transaction.

All prices on the eBay trading platform are immediately automatically converted into rubles at the current exchange rate

The author of this article has repeatedly heard negative feedback from users who purchased Windows license digital keys on third-party trading platforms. Sometimes the keys turned out to simply not work. Sometimes, after a certain period, such keys were “revoked” (became unusable) due to the fact that the purchased digital license was an “OEM version”. Therefore, the author advises: if you decide to buy a key, for example, on eBay, then carefully read the description, check with the seller for information about the type and version of the key, and also check for the availability of a money-back function.

There are quite a lot of legal ways to activate Windows 10 so as not to resort to illegal methods. Any user can register for Microsoft's Windows Insider program with an appropriate digital license, or activate the OS over the phone. In addition, there is always the opportunity to buy both a digital and physical (boxed) version of Windows 10 or purchase it complete with an already assembled system unit. And if you need to save as much as possible, you can buy a key on third-party trading platforms, however, only at your own peril and risk.

If you have created a joint Microsoft account and need to “attach” it to the “ten”, then the following guide will tell you what you need to do for this. Complete just 4 steps in less than 5 minutes.

Step-by-step instructions for linking a Microsoft account to Windows 10

All actions are simple. Follow the steps:

1. Click "Start" and click "gear sign", thereby opening “Settings”. You can just hold down the keys Win+ I .

1. Click the icon "Accounts".

1. In the pop-up window, on the left, click "Family and Other People", and on the right, in the block "Other people" click "Add user".

1. Wait for the new window to load. Enter your email in the field and click the button "Further", Then "Ready".

Windows 10 now has an account. The next time you start the operating system, select the Microsoft profile (the mailbox address is displayed instead of the name) and enter the password you specified when registering on the Internet, and click Enter . Windows will prepare your personal settings, so it will take a little longer to start.

If you wish, you can go to the website, where you will see that your computer is already “screwed” to a single profile. Account linking was successful.

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If you're using a local account, these instructions will help you link your Windows 10 key to your Microsoft account for easier reactivation when you update your computer's configuration

With its release, Microsoft introduced many changes and features, including a way to simplify the system activation process. Although activating Windows 10 was already extremely simple, re-activating after making changes to the computer's configuration could be difficult.

Starting with the Windows 10 Anniversary Update, the product key is no longer tied to hardware components - so it can be tied to a Microsoft account. The innovation allows you to reactivate Windows 10 without having to contact Microsoft technical support after major changes to your computer's hardware, including replacing the motherboard, processor or hard drive.

Linking a Windows 10 license to a Microsoft account is an automated process if you use a Microsoft account for authorization. When using a local account, you must manually link the product key to your Microsoft account.

This guide will provide step-by-step instructions on how to associate a product key with a Microsoft account for easy reactivation.

How to associate a Windows 10 license with a Microsoft account

For everything to work, you need to first check the activation status of Windows 10, to do this you need to do the following:

1. Select the “Activation” tab

The activation page should display the message: “Windows is activated with a digital license” (or product key).

Once you have verified that Windows 10 has been activated, you need to add the Microsoft account to which the product key should be linked. However, it is very important to keep in mind that this process changes the account type from local to Microsoft account.

1. Open the Settings app.
2. Select the “Accounts” section.
3. Select the “Your Data” tab.
4. Click the “Sign in with a Microsoft account instead” link.
5. Fill in your account information.
6. Click “Login”.
7. Enter the current password.
8. Click “Next”.
9. Click the “Set PIN” or “Skip this step” button to complete the process.

Once you have completed the mentioned steps, you can delete the Microsoft account, but doing the reverse process will remove the device from the account, which will unlink it.

You can check successful binding in the following way:

1. Open the Settings app
2. Select the “Update and Security” section
3. Select the “Activation” tab

The activation page should display the message “Windows is activated using a digital license associated with your Microsoft account.” Additionally, you can sign in to your Microsoft account by using a web browser and going to the “ ” section. There you should see your computer listed, indicating successful pairing.

What do you think about the new approach to activating the Windows 10 operating system? Share in the comments.

For questions regarding cooperation, please contact us or via correspondence. Free help with infections and technical problems is provided on the forum; in this case, you need to create a new topic in the appropriate section.

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You lose more from indecision than from a wrong decision. (c) Carmela Soprano

Windows activation is a procedure to confirm the legality and authenticity of a product. From the point of view of the law and the developer, if your system works, this does not always mean that the product is licensed. KMS, SLIC tables, corporate keys (MSDN and Dream Spark as well) are not always a guarantee of license confirmation. This article will describe basic activation methods if you have the original product key.

First, you need to determine your license type. Windows operating systems are divided into several types of licenses:

• Retail, Box (FPP, ESD) version. The version purchased separately from the device (except for the OEM package) previously included a box with a disk, key and documentation, hence the name Box edition. This license applies to 1 device with the ability to transfer to other PCs. Also, some “old” versions of Office distributed in the Box version could be used on several devices at once.
• OEM – version, assembly kit, pre-installed version. The most common version for home users. The OEM version of Windows is usually provided with the purchased laptop, all-in-one or system unit; the cost of this license is already included in the price of the device. This license cannot be transferred to other equipment (according to the terms of the agreement) and should only be used on the device that was purchased with it.
• Windows 10 Digital License– a license tied to the hash amount of your equipment at the time of updating the activated system from Windows 7.8 or 8.1. After the release of Windows 10 version 1511 (Anniversary Update), the digital license is also linked to your Microsoft account for the convenience of reactivating Windows 10 when changing hardware.
• Volume Licensing – corporate version for a large fleet of devices (often used by “pirates”), multiple activation keys, keys for KMS servers.
  This article will describe methods for Retail, OEM and digital licenses, since they are the most common option when used at home.

Windows version and license differences

Retail version (FPP - Full Product Package) is a full-fledged product that you can completely control. The kit includes an installation disk, persons. agreement, product key. For some versions of Windows 10, the kit included a USB drive with an image, documentation, and a product key.

The Retail version also includes CCP (Compliance Checking Program) keys and version upgrade keys. They were mainly popular when Windows 8 was released; on the Microsoft website you could buy a CCP activation key for Windows 8 Pro, although Windows 7 was required for the update. At the moment, you can easily activate Windows 8 and 8.1 with this key, however, in case of an error, you will need to contact to the support service.

There is also an ESD version, Electronic Software Delivery is a method of delivering software by email. You need to enter the key that is sent to you by email. Basically, this version is currently sold for Windows 10, Office 2016, Office 365.

OEM is a version that is only available to PC builders and is therefore not usually sold to general users, but they can still be found on sale. The key can be in the form of a sticker on the case of your system unit, laptop or all-in-one. It has also become common to embed activation keys into the motherboard memory, the so-called SLIC tables.

Basically the order is:

1. Installing Windows (If the system is Windows 10 and has a digital license, activation will take place automatically)
2. Entering Product Key into the system (if the version does not match, return to step 1)
3. Activation via the Internet (if there is no Internet or an error appears, go to step 4)
4. Activating Windows by phone

On the Internet

First of all, you need to make sure that the edition of the installed version and the product key match. Click on the Start button, then right-click Computer and select Properties. Your edition will be written in the Windows edition line. Also, the Windows edition can be determined by entering the winver command in the search bar or in the Run window (Win + R).

If the key and the system match, then we move on to the next stage.
There is a menu in the system properties window Change product key, or you can open the input window by launching the Run window (press the Win+R key combination) and entering the slui 3 command. The Product Key entry window will open, where you will need to insert a 25-digit code.

After verification, activation will occur or an error will occur. Depending on the operation of the services, the correctness of the key entry and the installation of the correct version of Windows, the error may vary.

Via command line

The command line and the SLMGR parameter can help you.
Slmgr /dli – the command displays license information, status and the last 5 characters of the activation key.

Slmgr /ipk [Product Key] – using this command, you can enter the Product Key into the system.

Slmgr /ato is a command that performs forced activation.

Slmgr /rearm – Resets activation timers.
Slmgr /rilc – Causes the reinstallation of all licenses stored in the %SystemRoot%\system32\oem and %SystemRoot%\System32\spp\tokens directories.
Slmgr /cpky – deleting a key.

To reset the system license, the commands are executed in the following order: Slmgr /cpky, Slmgr /rilc, Slmgr /rearm.

By phone

Depending on your Internet connection, you may be required to activate by phone (if it is not possible to connect to the server or activation using this key was performed within 60 days on other equipment).
If the code is entered incorrectly or is incorrect, you will be redirected to the support service, where a live person will ask again for the Installation Code and advise on any questions that may arise.
Before calling the activation window, make sure that the key is entered into the system. To do this, you can use the Slmgr /dli command. If the last 5 characters of the key match the activation key, then call the activation window by phone by entering the command slui 4.

We select the country and in the next window the phone number of the activation service will be displayed, as well as the Installation code, just below there will be an enter button Confirmation code.
First of all, call the number provided and enter the Installation Code. If the code is entered correctly, a Confirmation Code will be dictated to you. If, at one of the stages, you make a mistake, you will be redirected to a service specialist, where they will help you.

By phone via command line

If the installation code is not displayed, then the Command Line will help you again

Slmgr /dti – the command will display the installation code.

Slmgr /dlv [Verification Code] – the command will enter a confirmation code and perform activation (you may also need to run the Slmgr /ato command).

Windows activation errors

Error code	Description
0xC004C003, 0xC004C060, 0xC004C4A2, 0xC004C4A2, 0x803FA067L, 0xC004C001, 0xC004C004, 0xC004F004, 0xC004C007, 0xC004F005, 0x C004C00F, 0xC004C010, 0xC004C00E, 0xC004C4A4, 0xC004C4A5, 0xC004B001, 0xC004F010, 0xC004F050	The product key you entered cannot be used to activate Windows. Check that the key is entered correctly and that it matches the version of Windows 7
0xD0000272, 0xC0000272, 0xc004C012, 0xC004C013, 0xC004C014	The activation server is unavailable, try again later or use a different Internet connection.
0xC004E003	99% that the key is blocked.
0xc004f057	Enter the following commands: Slmgr /cpky Slmgr /rearm Slmgr/rilc
0x80072EE7	There is no Internet, connect another Internet or activate by phone.
0xc004f012	Run in cmd: net stop sppsvc Cd %windir%\ServiceProfiles\LocalService\AppData\Local\Microsoft\WSLicense Ren tokens.dat tokens.bar Net start sppsvc Cscript.exe %windir%\system32\slmgr.vbs /rilc Shutdown /r /t 60
0xC0000022 0x80070426	Changing the owner and access rights to a partition to the All group to the HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\WPA branch Grant full control to c:\windows\system32\spp

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