343 questions
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generic windows activation key
I was guided to enter a generic key to upgrade from Windows Home to Pro, but when I did, now it says my windows activation state is "inactive". What can I do?
Windows for business | Windows Client for IT Pros | Devices and deployment | Licensing and activation
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Universal Print - Hole Punch
We're trying to develop a custom Universal Print Connector. We think we've got everything hooked up properly, but we're running into issues with Print Preferences. We're following the steps outlined in the Universal Print Printer Registration and IP…
Windows for business | Windows Server | User experience | Print jobs
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Why isn’t my new SCCM site system being published to Active Directory after rebuilding the server?
Why isn’t my new SCCM site system being published to Active Directory after rebuilding the server?
Windows for business | Windows Server | Directory services | Active Directory
asked 2026-05-16T02:25:43.44+00:00
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Anthony Kaka
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answered 2026-05-16T03:17:02.7066667+00:00
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Domic Vo
21,150
Reputation points
Independent Advisor
2 answers
Automated Deactivation of Inactive Active Directory Principals via Script-Based GPO Deployment
Hey guys, Maintaining a secure perimeter requires our department to implement automated governance for inactive identities that may represent a potential security risk. I am looking for a robust methodology to identify and disable domain accounts that…
Windows for business | Windows 365 Business
2,348 questions
asked 2026-05-13T13:37:09.5666667+00:00
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Fredle Coper
0
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answered 2026-05-16T03:12:56.52+00:00
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Tracy Le
8,150
Reputation points
Independent Advisor
3 answers
Why can't I move my taskbar FULLY VERTICAL on the RIGHT side for Windows 11 update???
Dear Microsoft Team, I am writing to express my deep frustration with the fact that, in Windows 11, the taskbar cannot be moved to the right side of the screen in a fully vertical orientation. This is not a minor inconvenience—it is a critical usability…
Windows for business | Windows Client for IT Pros | User experience | Other
asked 2025-04-10T14:12:35.5666667+00:00
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Brown, Stacy
350
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recommended 2026-05-16T03:09:14.2266667+00:00
CrazyKats
15,580
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Deleted an image and then found its properties somehow
Windows for business | Windows Server | Storage high availability | Other
asked 2026-05-16T02:12:23.2966667+00:00
Anthony Kaka
0
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answered 2026-05-16T02:48:47.07+00:00
Domic Vo
21,150
Reputation points
Independent Advisor
2 answers
New SCCM Server Boundary Shows No Site Systems
After replacing the failed SCCM server with a new one that has a different name and site code, I removed the old server’s objects from the System Management container in Active Directory and enabled all discovery methods. However, when I check the…
Windows for business | Windows Server | User experience | Other
20,402 questions
asked 2026-05-16T02:05:28.42+00:00
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Pradeep Chouhury
0
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answered 2026-05-16T02:42:43.3033333+00:00
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Harry Phan
19,485
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Independent Advisor
2 answers
MSMQ worker issue
Windows Server 2016 Datacenter（Version 10.0.14393）, configured a msmq service with 5 workers process, every day will occurs the error no worker avaliable, no ideas what happened.
Windows for business | Windows Server | Performance | Application technologies and compatibility
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Issues Installing Security Update KB5087539 on Server 2025
We have a virtual machine that is having issues installing 2026-05 Security Update KB508739. I am running Server 2025 version 24H2 build 26100.4061. The update will download and start installing up until 93% then after a little bit we get install error -…
Windows for business | Windows Server | Devices and deployment | Install Windows updates, features, or roles
asked 2026-05-15T19:04:52.8666667+00:00
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McMeekin, Robert I. (IT Director)
0
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answered 2026-05-15T20:39:36.9066667+00:00
Domic Vo
21,150
Reputation points
Independent Advisor
4 answers
How to restore completely lost sound after 25H2 update
After upgrading from Windows 10 Pro to Windows 11 Pro, 25H2, no sound. We cant' do any conferencing, etc. Tried all the fixes everybody suggests, nothing works. Drivers: "General" tab in Device Manager for Audio says the device is working…
Windows for business | Windows 365 Business
2,348 questions
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Install license for new objects (tables) not detected in customer environment
I purchased licenses for 10 additional tables and received the .flf file containing the license keys. However, after following the steps to load the .flf file into the customer environment, I do not see the new tables registered once the process is…
Windows for business | Windows Server | Devices and deployment | Licensing and activation
asked 2026-05-15T18:44:36.7033333+00:00
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Luis Enrique Robles Coronel
0
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answered 2026-05-15T19:18:39.4533333+00:00
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Scott Nguyen
1,310
Reputation points
Independent Advisor
3 answers
Still having install issues with KB5087539 on Windows Server 2025
So to be clear, I install Windows Server 2025 from a DVD, not an ISO from the Internet. I can't imagine that makes a difference, but there it is. `I have been trying to update several Dell servers that are a few years old, but still supported. Server…
Windows for business | Windows Server | Devices and deployment | Set up, install, or upgrade
asked 2026-05-14T07:08:37.0933333+00:00
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BrianO
0
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answered 2026-05-15T19:06:37.8633333+00:00
McMeekin, Robert I. (IT Director)
0
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4 answers
"Password is incorrect" on Win 11 clients in AD domain with 2025 domain controller
We are experiencing a recurring issue where Windows 11 24H2/25H2 clients intermittently fail to log on with domain accounts, showing "The password is incorrect. Try again." even though: The password is 100% correct The account is not locked…
Windows for business | Windows Server | Directory services | Active Directory
asked 2026-04-30T18:12:05.2233333+00:00
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David Fosbenner
101
Reputation points
answered 2026-05-15T17:56:01.84+00:00
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David Fosbenner
0
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2 answers
we can't connect to the server through RDP neither able to connect to the application on it
we can't connect to the server through RDP neither able to connect to the application on it, we cannot access the server by any means
Windows for business | Windows Server | Networking | Network connectivity and file sharing
asked 2026-05-15T16:00:13.6+00:00
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Adeniyi Ezekiel
0
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answered 2026-05-15T16:37:02.68+00:00
Domic Vo
21,150
Reputation points
Independent Advisor
1 answer
Application crashes without any errors in Windows 11 22H2
We are facing problem with our applications under Windows 11 22H2. The application has been compiled in C++ Builder which uses COM to call functions in .NET compiled assembly for generating crystal reports. It was working fine in all the Windows versions…
Windows for business | Windows Client for IT Pros | User experience | Other
asked 2023-08-03T16:41:41.24+00:00
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Ram Sundaram
10
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commented 2026-05-15T16:11:27.5733333+00:00
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Denver A. Thompson
0
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3 answers
Office 365 online support sucks
Why is it so bad? the help pages never match what I see on screen. The buttons and options recommend simply don't exist. interacting with copilot or whatever it is for support is the 7th level of hell. Why is it so bad?
Windows for business | Windows 365 Business
2,348 questions
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After installing Windows update KB5089549, multiple laptops are facing severe website connectivity and performance issues.
Issues observed: Websites loading very slowly Some websites not opening Teams and Outlook not working properly Issue occurs on different Wi-Fi networks as well Not limited to Lenovo devices; observed on multiple laptop models Troubleshooting…
Windows for business | Windows 365 Business
2,348 questions
asked 2026-05-13T10:53:17.87+00:00
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Arun Kumaresh
0
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answered 2026-05-15T15:10:12.89+00:00
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Vrajesh Vora
0
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2 answers
Disconnect the display option is missing.
For all my monitors the disconnect screen setting is missing: I need it because RDP sessions are unuseable: they go over more than one screen... and I cannot fix them in one screen - looks like a security feature :D
Windows for business | Windows Client for IT Pros | User experience | Remote desktop clients
asked 2026-05-15T13:46:31.96+00:00
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IDoNotWantToShowMyRealName
0
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answered 2026-05-15T13:51:38.2733333+00:00
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priyank sharma
0
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1 answer
Windows 11 Enterprise Issue – Applications Not Opening After Login
We are currently experiencing a Windows 11 Enterprise issue across multiple devices (different OEMs: Dell, HP, etc.) where the problem is increasing gradually. Environment: Windows 11 Enterprise (managed devices) Domain-joined / enterprise-managed …
Windows for business | Windows Client for IT Pros | Devices and deployment | Install Windows updates, features, or roles
asked 2026-05-15T11:00:20.6533333+00:00
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Blaise Pascal Hirwa
0
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answered 2026-05-15T11:51:16.22+00:00
Harry Phan
19,485
Reputation points
Independent Advisor
1 answer
Azure VM PAYG Windows License Activation issue
Although many of our Azure VMs have PAYG Licensing enabled, but still I cannot activate Windows and it asks for the key. how to activate OS? I assume that activation should go smoothly without asking for keys your feedback is appreciated
Windows for business | Windows Server | Devices and deployment | Licensing and activation
asked 2026-05-15T10:47:25.3066667+00:00
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Ahmad Yousef
0
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edited an answer 2026-05-15T11:09:06.7066667+00:00
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Marcin Policht
89,325
Reputation points MVP
Volunteer Moderator