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updates - Microsoft Community

please there update february 2017 ?because have waited long it. nope feb 2017 cancelled due "issues" top of forum: delayed february 2017 security update release Windows / Windows 10 / Windows update, recovery, & backup / Phone

HOW CAN i GET RID OF THE pop-up "windows media player cannot play - Microsoft Community

how can pop-up "windows media player cannot play file , off computer , windows media player, in simple english simple english: don't ask windows media player play media file cannot play. simple english: please not post in caps. in community forum means you're shouting @ , people ignore you. Windows / Windows 10 / Windows update, recovery, & backup / PC

[SOLVED] Stuck restoring previous version of Windows - Microsoft Community

now, before responses,  cannot access bios , have installation media in disc drive, if says that, know, doesn't recognise there. the disc drive spins , can hear it, nothing happens, , yes booting in csm. no matter do, (bios del)  pressing any nof fn keys doesn't work, , neither del. so if has way can boot installation media on disc, great, because have it. as cannot access bios (uefi more specifically) cannot change boot order.  please not leave generic answers creating installation media , booting that. if has ideas or suggestions or ideas great. win 10, x64 i have booted installation media previously, know functional. if there way access uefi without restoring previous version of windows screen coming up, appreciated. thanks in advance, mark. if there way access uefi without restoring previous version of windows screen coming up, appreciated. i have found way screen tel

Updates to Windos 10 - Microsoft Community

how update windows 10 ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category.*** did try googling update windows 10.    -- regards, tom ogilvy Windows / Windows 10 / Windows update, recovery, & backup / PC

Where Can I find the latest build of Windows 10? - Microsoft Community

hi, where can find .iso download the  latest build of windows 10 1607?  it seem mct offers build 14393.0 (six months out of date) - it quite tedious having go through several stages of cumulative updates every time install fresh copy of windows.  we build 14393.6xx why can't download that? regards steve driscoll you can run windows update or download msi file , run reach desktop. http://www.yourwindowsguide.com/2017/01/january-updates-new-cumulative-updates.html Windows / Windows 10 / Windows update, recovery, & backup / PC

Windows 10 don't load up properly after the latest update - Microsoft Community

after latest update windows 10 performed yesterday using avg updates, internet connection got slow , taking ages finish update, meanwhile battery went flat , switched of laptop updates didn't install (i guess). when turn on laptop , log on main user account, seems windows not able access , load account data, seems i'm not logged in , system not loaded because start menu not available, desktop not shown properly, sound , graphic cards don't load , seems it's trying load no success there file corrupted or - how can resolve this?  all documents , accessible have use task manager , go through there able open documents window or other settings. thanks hi tomas, this issue result of missing or corrupted data files. know more issue experiencing. kindly answer following: what troubleshooting steps you've done far? have encountered error messages? in meantime, suggest refer steps given zi

Windows 10 enterprise update issues - Microsoft Community

have built new computer , installed windows 10 enterprise on it. windows update has downloaded 1607 update, however, refuses install. have received error 0x800705b4 on 1 occasion when attempted update too. can please explain how can fix this? thank response tony. since performing above troubleshooting steps didn't work, let's issue resolved in different approach. first, disable third-party antivirus or firewall. may cause windows update have software incompatibility. if didn't work, let's perform method below: press windows key + i select update & security . under windows update, click advanced options. clear option updates other microsoft products when updating windows. once done that, update should go through (you may have perform several times). after getting notification: "your device date", let's go advanced options , re-select option updates other microsoft products. che

Can't activate Win 10 after hardware change (and no link to - Microsoft Community

as title implies, had change motherboard (old 1 fried).  win 10 activation not proceed activation license (what ever term is; free upgrade) not match new equipment. the troubleshooter says use microsoft 'personal account' reactivate if had been linked win 10 license.  unfortunately, isn't had no idea feasible or existed. i can't afford buy new win 10 , can't revert old equipment.  so, seems i'm out of luck. anyone tell me different ? you might have purchase new license. when upgrade preinstalled (oem) or retail version of windows 7 or windows 8/8.1 license windows 10, license remain oem or become retail license? if upgrade oem or retail version of windows 7 or windows 8/8.1 free windows 10 upgrade summer, license consumed it. because free upgrade derived base qualifying license, windows 10 carry licensing too. if upgrade retail version, carries rights of retail version. if u

Setup.exe - Application Error (0xc0000006) - Microsoft Community

i keep getting error when try update geforce drivers or open pdf acrobat. following error get@ "the application unable start correctly (0xc0000006). click ok close application." i've tried clean boot following instructions on: https://support.microsoft.com/en-gb/help/929135/how-to-perform-a-clean-boot-in-windows but still error. i try performing repair upgrade instead: how to: perform repair upgrade using windows 10 iso file also review: how to: install , update drivers in windows 10 Windows / Windows 10 / Install, upgrade, & activate / PC

SQL Server 2014, .Net Framework 3.5 - Microsoft Community

during installation process, requires install .net framework 3.5 service  pack1.  i did following steps install on windows 10 64 bit pc. 1. enabled .net net framework 3.1 in windows feature. 2. try install .net fw 3.5 says not installed on machine. why why hy?????? hi saaji, we advise posting issue on our technet forums further assistance. there experts there can resolve issue you're experiencing. thank you. Windows / Windows 10 / Install, upgrade, & activate / PC

Windows 10 digital license - Microsoft Community

i had upgraded windows 10. how can find license key?  every time start laptop windows activation page opens up. 2nd step type in product key/digital license. when did upgrade windows 10 first time. free upgrade period ended in july 2016. if have upgraded since need purchase licence key. can going store settings > update , security , select activation. in right hand pane see link go store. Windows / Windows 10 / Install, upgrade, & activate / PC

College student has a Windows 10 desktop. Should a second computer be - Microsoft Community

good morning,    son in fall starting college. trying figure out better, tablet or laptop. have gaming rig windows 10 on use homework on. needs 1 in school. have 1 drive wife , use, using well. ask because after using macs better part of 15yrs, not sure , want right first time. myself more i use windows 10 more got like. , son feels same way. thank in advance. first post. scott original title: son going college ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category.*** he have gaming rig windows 10 on use homework on. yes, of course. a student appreciate having physical keyboard. Windows / Windows 10 / Microsoft Store / PC

For purchase problem. - Microsoft Community

can buy asus vivobook pro microsoft account in india?when  order felt difficulty in address option. hi,  if need assistance purchasing in store, have team suitable you. suggest reach out our answer desk team can provide appropriate information query. if there's else, feel free let know. Windows / Windows 10 / Microsoft Store / PC

Windows 10 pro - Microsoft Community

hi team,  i need buy product key windows 10 pro. when connect store, says $ 199, when check same in microsoft website, says $ 29. please let me know difference between 2 , suggest 1 buy.  thanks, dinesh hi dhina, for further clarification windows 10 products, recommend contact our microsoft answer desk further assistance. kindly visit link . let know if need further assistance. Windows / Windows 10 / Microsoft Store / PC

HOW TO PUT A DEFAULT EMAIL ADDRESS ON MY P.C. TO SEND TO ANY MAIL - Microsoft Community

  find photo or document , when try send email , after attach in little box says attach default email program, message telling me don't have default email send , says go control panel , set default email able send photo or document using default email address, , life of me can not figure out how put default email address on p.c. able send after right clicking send email address. how put default email address on p.c. able send document or photo after trying attach default email don't have set on computer what email program using? other gmail, email clients such windows live mail, ms office outlook, thunderbird, etc., can made default. if using webmail, start new message , attach file. Windows / Windows 7

"choose details" BOX EMPTY BLANK - Microsoft Community

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i search , results 'details show (?) icons of files' select"choose details" box empty blank. windows 7  Windows / Windows 7 / Files, folders, & storage

How To Interpret Event Information - Microsoft Community

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entries in event viewer refer "harddisk" number.  how determine drive letter means? for example:  the device, \device\harddisk3\dr3, has bad block. how determine drive has bad block? or when running chkdsk on 1 drive letter, resource monitor, shows disk activity on 2 "\device\harddisk" items open disk management information.  (run diskmgmt.msc, or right clock on computer  , select manage disk management,  or control panel /administrative tools/ computer management.) Windows / Windows 7 / Files, folders, & storage

Why does Windows Media Center Program Guide list NEW episodes as - Microsoft Community

starting in november or december 2016, new episodes of big bang theory , man plan on cbs being listed on program guide repeats . kept dvr recording new episodes. of 2017, new episodes of scandal , grey's anatomy , , how away murder on abc not recorded because program guide listed these repeat episodes. for week starting january 30, 2017, i've went through program guide , manual set aforementioned shows record though listed repeats. intentional microsoft while cbs , abc both push streaming services? is unintentional mistake , how can fix it? thanks! Windows / Windows 7 / Music, photos, & video

How to completely block internet access but allow intranet access? - Microsoft Community

i have windows 7 pro notebook i've been using file , print server , it's going quite far. however, block internet (if possible) while still allowing local network access. i'm using third party program purpose, in looking around other (possibly better) solutions, i've run across information there may easier methods of accomplishing this. does using gpo purpose really work? are third party programs better, , if so, why? are there methods other gpo built os perform same function reliably? thank in advance input , advice. disabled in router, considering solved. Windows / Windows 7 / Security & privacy

Windows update - Microsoft Community

windows update cannot check updates. because service not running. bob please provide more information enable problem diagnosed.   please restart computer , allow 20 minutes system run before uploading information. when examining event viewer log files many, not all, problems show in period after computer has been booted.   please provide copy of system information file. type system information in search box above start button , press enter key (alternative select start, programs, accessories, system tools, system information). select file, export , give file name noting located. files in txt file format preferred. do not place cursor within body of report before exporting file. system creates new system information file each time system information accessed. need allow minute or 2 file populated before exporting copy. please upload file onedrive, share , post link here. if report in language other englis

WAMP server - Microsoft Community

sir kindly guide me when install wamp 3.0.6 version download can't run. generate me error message. do? hello, there several reasons why having issues software installation on computer. better assist you, need answers following questions: which windows version are using? is computer on domain ? what exact error message received when ran installer? we looking forward response. Windows / Windows 7 / Install, upgrade, & activate

Windows reset - Microsoft Community

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i using windows 8, received login error , arrived on  conclusion pc needs formatted. removed hard disk , took on external hard drive. after assembled original hard drive pc , tried resetting it. after 2% completion pc shut off , when tried turning on displayed error namely "the device windows kept locked". please note dont have bootable drive because didn't receive manufacturer. what can restore pc normal operation? hi, support , downloads 8 has ended. @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ do clean install of exact same edition of 8.1 8 is. windows 8 > 8.1 free upgrade released microsoft. @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ you can download , create own windows 8.1 installation media reinstall operating system with.. "create installation media windows 8.1" http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-8/create-reset-refresh-media "download windows 8.1" https://www.microsoft.com/

fatal error C0000279 applying update operation - Microsoft Community

while when forced update laptop windows 10, fatal error occurred prevented machine booting up. took geek squad , unable fix, able revert pc before update occurred. turned off updates prevent future issues. recently, noticed several security uodates needed happen. thinking different, went ahead updates. upon restarting, receiving above error message , machine not reboot. please me, work home, , self employed , work on pc. thank in advance! hi, assist you, need verify information. provide accurate solution issue. kindly answer questions listed below: can provide complete error message receiving? if possible, kindly send screenshot of error. are seeing blue screen on computer consist of error message? we'll waiting reply. Windows / Windows 8

Traditional Chinese DaYi input method disappear - Microsoft Community

hi, after updating window 8 (laptop), want type in traditional chinese using dayi input method, there seems no more dayi input method chinese. suddenly, chinese (traditional, taiwan)'s language pack not available , cannot use dayi input method.  could provide a link download software enable type in traditional chinese using dayi? thank you. hi, we appreciate time posting concern here in community. suggest refer link download language pack need. let know how goes , we'll assist further if needed. Windows / Windows 8

Windows Vista Failure To Check For Updates - Microsoft Community

hello, running new install of windows vista home premium sp2 64-bit acer now, i've run issue windows not check updates take hours , still says "checking updates", there alot of windows updates vista need before can use computer. the update installed "windows update agent 7.6.7600.256", , since hasn't worked. i've tried these solutions on microsoft's support forums , i've tried download updates make work , nothing has made run better still takes hours check no avail. is there way make windows update work because i've tried these fixes , im out of ideas. anyone? see: https://answers.microsoft.com/message/9366cc04-59d6-4b37-bee9-dffcdc7c602a :) Windows / Windows Vista

Account blocked not able to do password reset - Microsoft Community

hi email account has been blocked forgot password , entered in incorrectly many times. when tried reset unable either, though sure putting in correct details. anyway being told best option create new account need 1 i've sent out 200 wedding invites rsvp address!!  hi, when can't sign in microsoft account https://support.microsoft.com/en-au/help/12429/microsoft-account-sign-in-cant go reset password  page. microsoft account faqs: https://account.microsoft.com/account/faq get account email. https://support.microsoft.com/en-au/help/12401/microsoft-account-get-help-by-email cheers. Windows / Windows XP

Where do I find graphics card and display information? - Microsoft Community

where can on pc find graphics card , display information?  trying see if have necessary pieces move windows 10 (from xp). thanks! go start menu , select run. type: devmgmt.msc , press enter. this give device manager show graphic card have. plus can use pc model number search on internet find spec , confirm find in device manager. my recommendation check how windows 10 looks , function in store or friends has it. many of clients have ran huge problem it. if decided go windows 10 route. windows 10 pro downgrade rights windows 7. Windows / Windows XP / Devices & drivers

Can't copy bin. files from CDs - Microsoft Community

  dear helpers,                              i have win 8.1 laptop, new, , it's first time trying install game using bin. files. move 3 setup files, last 1 can't moved. though menu appears, won't stop calculating time , ends not moving 1 bit. want install games through cds, can't move files, should do?      if helped, thank you. Windows / Windows 8.1 / Files, folders, & storage

Windows cannot run Sonic adventure DX (disc install not steam) - Microsoft Community

wanted play sadx said "access denied, please login administrator privileges". tried run administrator nothing came up. after troubleshooting while said game no longer compatible strange considering game worked fine before incident , haven't updated windows. running windows 8.1 , appreciated. =( hello, we suggest refer software developer's website ask compatibility of software device. if have further questions, feel free ask us. regards. Windows / Windows 8.1 / Gaming

Can't take a screenshot - Microsoft Community

tried take screenshot on windows 8.1 using ctrl prt sc pasting on paint, however, nothing pastes on it. there other ways take screenshot saves directly folders? i've done before don't remember how anymore.  hi, windows key + prtsc key > gets saved screenshots folder in pictures. 5 ways take screenshots in windows 8 - wikihow cheers. Windows / Windows 8.1 / Devices & drivers

Antivirus & Security & Firewall - Microsoft Community

hello microsoft community. on ssl error receive had did checking on internet , had showed if , when receive error of ssl protocol? had disabled antivirus , firewall connected antivirus , google web store still not come , on same browser of srware iron? if can me solve appreciate it.  **post moved moderator appropriate forum category.** hi phillip, to better identify issue, please verify following: what exact error code/message you're getting? what troubleshooting steps have performed solve ssl issue you're experiencing. when did start experiencing issue? looking forward response. regards. Windows / Windows 8.1 / Network & internet

internet becomes limited randomly and works again after few seconds - Microsoft Community

every random time internet becomes limited  for few seconds , works again, every random time, idk maybe 15 minutes, annoying problem since while im playing games disconnected  and have rejoin , or if im downloading movie  i have start downloading again begin, idk do, tried things, went  router page , set time lease infinite , restarted router millions of times , tried ipconfig /renew command  and netsh 1  but nothing happend,  i need help, updated drivers , of them date , idk else should do, here ipconfig /all :   (note lease time expire every 5 minutes went router setting , made infinite still nothing changed , lease time change randomly 5 minutes 10 , happens on laptop , win7 laptop  works fine without , house devices, im sure problem on laptop not router, happens if im using ethernet or wifi) windows ip configuration    host name . . . . . . . . . . . . : taison    primary dns suffix  . . . . . . . :    node type . . . . . . . . . . . . : hy

printer offline - Microsoft Community

how printer offline online hi helene, we need more information assist better: has ever worked before? if did, changes made before happened? what make , model of printer? kindly reply answers these questions. regards. Windows / Windows 8.1 / Network & internet

Windows Media Player - Microsoft Community

of sudden 1 day go open windows media player , won't open. nothing when click on it. try go music files via windows explorer open music way , pops message saying path not found ya di ya di ya da.....i did system restore , nothing changed. have little baby likes press keys on keyboard.....maybe why has happened?? can help? the old saying "never work children or animals" applies pcs well! may little fingers did rather doubt it. first thing check hasn't been disabled. go control panel - programs - turn windows features on/off; it takes while list populate. check under 'media' wmp , ensure turned on. if should run system file checker... details on webpage - follow instruction 8.1. let know how goes.... ric. https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/929833/use-the-system-file-checker-tool-to-repair-missing-or-corrupted-system-files Windows /

Error C0000022 - Microsoft Community

i updating acer xc 603g desktop.  updates installing, got 97% , got "error c0000022 - 25,562 of 25,880 installed" message.  cannot boot computer, @ all.  windows 8.1 came preinstalled no system disk, can't reboot that.  shift+f8 doesn't work, can't safe mode or system restore. what can do? hi fil, since pc came windows 8.1, you'll need disc or thumb drive came pc. recommend checking troubleshooting steps provided geethu b on similar issue on thread . you can refer link helpful tips on refreshing, resetting, , restoring pc. let know if need further assistance. Windows / Windows 8.1 / Windows update, recovery, & backup

Gpedit.msc error- Showing MMC could not create the snap in. - Microsoft Community

i having issue  & when googled solution, many suggested edit in group policy (gpedit.msc), when search in pc, can' find in right place,  so manually installed downloading " gpedit.msc " ,. here , when try open gpedit.msc showing " mmc not create snap-in ". have tried several methods couldn't  succeed .  guys please me issue. gpedit works pro version please run system file check (sfc) & dism  if on win 7 or higher instructions in our wiki article below...should have questions please ask us. system file check (sfc) scan , repair system files & dism fix things sfc cannot http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/wiki/windows_10-update/system-file-check-sfc-scan-and-repair-system-files/bc609315-da1f-4775-812c-695b60477a93 Windows / Windows 8.1 / Windows update, reco

Waiting 5 months for a refund check from Microsoft Band 2........still - Microsoft Community

i wondering if else had got refund check microsoft microsoft band 2?  i sent mine in march of year (2017) , it's 24th july, , still don't have it...... 5 months €`179 (approx) check....  does else think that's ridiculous.  i close being disgusted this.  i'm saving surface 4, if level of service can expect when breaks, think i'll looking alternative. does else have similar story, or can suggest suitable alternative surface?   hi euan, a refund takes several days processed. if it's taking longer expected, suggest follow purchased it. if purchased device retail store, contact them , inform them refund request. if purchased device microsoft store, contact our customer service . let know if need further assistance. regards. Microsoft Health and Band / Microsoft Band 2 /

Icons on favourites bar. - Microsoft Community

microsoft edge not showing icon of websites made favourite. show star mark instead of website icon. pls fix bug there free 3rd-party application called edgemanage can repopulate missing favorite icons can correct bug. can download "program files" version of edgemanage won't have install anything.  run application once regenerate icons. after that, delete edgemanage files downloaded. you might wanna check out. http://www.emmet-gray.com/articles/edgemanage.html Microsoft Edge / Favorites, history, and downloads / Windows 10

I accidentally deleted registry files,I don't know how...How can i - Microsoft Community

i accidentally deleted registry files,i don't know how...how can restore registry files? [moved from:   windows / windows 10 / performance & system failures / pc ] restore system restore point this option takes pc earlier point in time, called system restore point. restore points generated when install new app, driver, or windows update, , when you  create restore point manually . restoring won’t affect personal files, remove apps, drivers, , updates installed after restore point made. press , hold (or right-click) start   button, , select  control panel . search  control panel  for  recovery . select  recovery  >  open system restore  >  next . choose restore point related problematic app, driver, or update, , select  next  >  finish . note if you’re not seeing restore points, might because system protection isn’t turned on. check, go control panel , search for  recovery ,

Build 1607 failure (after failure, after failure) - Microsoft Community

beginning last summer, laptop experienced continual repeated failures of kb2961149 , kb 2796590. apparently prevented computer updating build 1607 build 1511. no longer attempts failed kb's, continually try update build 1607, , fails every time. not problem function of computer, except each attempted (and failed) update takes many minutes shutdown , restart. issue when want shut down take laptop me. if mistakenly hit upgrade , shut down option (there security updates complete quickly), have wait many minutes before can pack computer , leave.  i see many related issues upgrade 1607. have tried number of methods fix this, , nothing has worked. 1 of methods download executable , run it. failed, failure did not take time complete normal update. i tempted buy windows 10 home usb (assumed 1607), , try "upgrade" entire system, not sure if allow me that, since have windows 10 home. have contemplated buying windows 10 pro usb, thought indeed

Safe Mode boot loop - Microsoft Community

windows 10 when try boot in safe mode, bsod appears bad pool header error. then changed in boot tab of msconfig to safe boot now computer in loop tried use restore point of 3 days ago problem persist how can change boot restoring normal boot without being in safe mode or normal mode? can change command prompt? thanks Windows / Windows 10 / Windows update, recovery, & backup / PC

touchpad functionality - Microsoft Community

want set touchpad "click" function. changed , i'm having right click select want change touchpad select. hi, to address concern, suggest system restore on computer can revert changes made. kindly read through article below, , follow instruction specific concern: recovery options in windows 10. let know if need further help. regards. Windows / Windows 10 / Windows update, recovery, & backup / PC

Unable to create Repair Disc - Microsoft Community

having created  (successful) recovery image, asked if make recovery disc.  having said yes , inserted dvd, on pressing continue told..........."the files needed create system repair disc not found on computer.  can still create repair disc if have windows installation disc".  well, don't have windows (10) installation disc pc upgraded (free)  from 8.1.  why has situation arisen ?? you can download installation media here: http://www.yourwindowsguide.com/2017/04/update-to-windows-10-creators-update.html see section 3. Windows / Windows 10 / Windows update, recovery, & backup / PC

Uninstalled Updates - Microsoft Community

i having hard time trying uninstall updates on tablet windows 10 ; after going update history.  i click on update on list i'm not seeing uninstall or change option as mentioned.so doing wrong? hi! see if answers question! http://www.windowscentral.com/how-uninstall-and-reinstall-updates-windows-10 Windows / Windows 10 / Windows update, recovery, & backup / PC

Updates failed to install - Microsoft Community

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lately ms updates failed install : started with  kb4019472 tried install automatic , manual - updates until 99% , rolls back. ( since may 17) . fails every time tried fix kits no success. then had kb3150513 installed 3 times   (?) later had microsoft .net framework 4.7 windows 10 version 1607 , windows server 2016 x64 ( kb3186568 ) wich failed kb4023834 installed  ( both came together) and 2 days ago had   kb4022715 failed install . my system dell latitude e6430  win 10 pro 1607 os build 14393.1066 found questions , bellow replies : 1. when (approx. date) did purchase computer? may 2012 2. did computer come win10 preinstalled, did you clean install of win10, or did upgrade win7 computer or win8.1 computer [<=pick one!] to win10? upgraded win7   3. manufactured computer (e.g., dell; hp; acer; lenovo; asus)? dell 4. has norton application or mcafee application ever been installed on computer since bought it?

Windows 10 start up problems - Microsoft Community

son , each have laptop preloaded windows 10. computer fails start there windows 10 bootable disc can create laptop repair system? to answers post should include minimum information. 1.  device type. ie pc, laptop, tablet, surface. 2.  os type, home, pro, etc 3.  current build.  go settings, system. about.  xxxxxx.xxx 4.  happening on computer,  boot, screen, app, etc try this; media creation tool us; https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/software-download/windows10.  read instructions. Windows / Windows 10 / Windows update, recovery, & backup / PC

windows update fails - Microsoft Community

i'm trying update using windows update, , past 2 weeks updates have failed. ive used microsoft tool repair windows update, , fails, , ive reinstalled windows twice now, clean install. deleted personal apps , settings, , reinstall fresh. no avail, when trying install updates doesn't give error codes(which forgot write down, , should have) retry. i'm on insider progam, current version is15002, i'm trying update new version hi, better assistance issue, kindly answer queries below: did use retail version of windows operating system or recovery media (iso, usb, dvd)? since reinstalled windows operating system, have checked if activated? we're looking forward response. regards. Windows / Windows 10 / Windows update, recovery, & backup / PC

Activate Windows 10 but no response - Microsoft Community

i updated windows 10 after had error update 0x8024002e. (originally, used licensed windows 8 , had free update windows 10). looked in forum , found solution. done. update error problem solved. updates had been installed successfully.  after ran few hours, says "activate windows, go setting activate windows" on right bottom screen. click , shows running dots nothing happens.  my windows 10 in home single language edition. please help. lot. windows 8.0, windows 8.1 or windows 10 came preinstalled on computer, how find product key? press windows key + x click command prompt (admin) enter following command: wmic path softwarelicensingservice oa3xoriginalproductkey hit enter the product key revealed, copy product key enter it click start > settings > update & security > activation > change product key enter new product key click next to activate if unable a

MS Won't Activate my OEM Win 10 License Due to Failed MOBO - Microsoft Community

i've had 3 mobos fail on last 12 months, replaced reseller under warranty. ms won't activate original oem win10 license, demanding instead buy license. can keep original oem license? if microsoft (the developer of software) telling you, need purchase new license, can (volunteers) tell do?  you either need try luck , speak rep: activate windows 10 license via microsoft chat support or accept luck has run out after 3 motherboard failures , purchase full retail license exempts situations this. retail licenses include unlimited transfer rights. buy windows 10 home/pro Windows / Windows 10 / Install, upgrade, & activate / PC

Nothing happens when trying to install Chrome - Microsoft Community

split thread. in case, different thing happening. i press download on google's site chrome download. then press accept , install. then gets downloaded. then go downloads , open file. then press run. but nothing happens. please help. have work , need chrome. post split original thread since similar not quite same. use of offline installer: chrome enterprise - download chrome msi - google.com‎ Windows / Windows 10 / Install, upgrade, & activate / PC

photo editing ap for windows 10 - Microsoft Community

i loved windows live photo gallery , seem have no photo editing windows 10 download. can use? you can still download photo gallery part of windows essentials package, see following: yes, can still download windows essentials including windows live movie maker Windows / Windows 10 / Install, upgrade, & activate / PC

want delete win 10 and reinstall - Microsoft Community

want delete win 10 , reinstall i install win 10 since microsoft release , win 10 extend capacity on volume i need format c partition , reinstall win 10 again. please am in vacation period , it's limited time, need before work time. ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category.*** ok, best option download latest windows 10 installation files include creators upgrade , clean instillation. before proceeding, backup data (files) need to click  here  to download media creation tool (click on download tool now), can download latest windows 10 iso (select create installation media pc), can create bootable usb flash drive (min 4gb) using tool or create iso file can later burn dvd   then, boot pc installation media created (change boot order in bios)   note: during installation process, system reboot, @ point, may need go bios , change boot order system boots hard drive, otherwise install

Windows 10 home fresh install from new OS CD - Microsoft Community

doing fresh install of windows10 on clean hdd, keep getting error mssgs; selected disk has mbr partition table. on efi systems, windows can installed gpt disks., , several error code not being able extend partition error:0x8004240e, appreciated . . moved insider i suggest using usb boot tool rufus (free) clean install. see below website.  http://www.nextofwindows.com/how-to-make-uefi-bootable-usb-flash-drive-to-install-windows-8/ this method works w10 also. use rufus clean installs. Windows / Windows 10 / Install, upgrade, & activate / PC

Windows 10 product key invalid - Microsoft Community

just got new cyberpower pc windows 10 preinstalled when tried activate it, says wrong product key. can me? ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category.*** best bet contact seller. Windows / Windows 10 / Install, upgrade, & activate / PC

Windows Store not working - Microsoft Community

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can't run window store once after installed win10.everytime pops up hi tashin,       kindly refer suel's answer regarding issue.     let know how goes.     regards. Windows / Windows 10 / Microsoft Store / PC

my computer shut me out asp.net machine account has taken over - Microsoft Community

my account administrater , changed user. asp.net has taken over, , ask asp.net machine account. can 't in system. asp.net administrator. hello, to further address issue asp.net taking on device, kindly respond following questions: have made changes before issue occurred? have installed program related asp.net? are .net developer? if working asp.net development work must keep account, otherwise asp.net projects no longer function properly. if developer , want disable password prompt, kindly follow these steps: press windows key + r . type control userpasswords2 (there space after control) , press enter. uncheck option users must enter username , password use computer . click apply, click ok . you may boot computer in safe mode command prompt & enable default administrator account . here's how: the advanced boot options menu lets start windows in advanced troubleshooting modes. may

Why my windows 7 thinks that my usb flash is a local drive? - Microsoft Community

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hi. since i installed new windows you saw the problem . whenever a usb or sd card connected to my pc , windows recognizes it a local drive and can not be ejected . please me! in photo delete drive created when connet usb pc. hello sajjad, removable device set ntfs (new technology file system), consider formatting fat32. follow advised steps provided andre da costa in thread . let know if have questions. regards. Windows / Windows 7 / Devices & drivers

Connecting 2 Laptops - Microsoft Community

i have toshiba laptop running windows 7. screen permanently damaged. 2/3 black , 1/3 white. have new laptop running windows 10 , wish transfer files old new. have no way of seeing old laptop doing, wish how use screen of new laptop. kind me, mere male aussie. i appreciate whatever may forthcoming. there's no easy way want. there websites describe how cannibalize laptop make use of screen ... don't want new laptop. there other websites give various methods of extending computer's display onto laptop screen ... in order that, need able execute various commands on old laptop.  if that, wouldn't need second screen in first place. i suggest inexpensive old monitor.  given nobody wants old crt monitors anymore, should able find 1 little.  for example, don't know are, if you're near dandenong sth, victoria, australia, can 1 au $29.99:  http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/panasonic-profession

Windows 7 wireless weirdness - Microsoft Community

i have toshiba laptop internal wi-fi adapter running win 7 home premium. when connects identifies home wi-fi network private homegroup , connected , joined homegroup. detects same network public network. interfering file sharing other computers on private network , tells me i'm connected multiple networks. can't find way delete public version without deleting private homegroup version. i have other computers (win7 , 8.1) not exhibit problem. help! in case, invest in usb wireless networking device.  size of thumbnail , cost around $20.  work better built-in 1 , portable. Windows / Windows 7 / Network & internet

Fre firewall - Microsoft Community

hi wondering if there safe free firewall download windows 7 hi, use windows firewall. low cost 3rd party software firewalls pretty problems waiting happen. have compatibility issues , offer few enhanced controls. in fact issues lower overall security instead of raising it. windows firewall has no compatibility issues , is extremely secure if know enough bypass of hype. quality software firewalls cost thousands. routers have hardware firewalls built in , considerably better additions buck cheap/low cost software firewall. router includes one. how change windows firewall notification settings in windows 7 - see related articles section @ before reply section. http://www.sevenforums.com/tutorials/523-windows-firewall-change-notification-settings.html how manage windows 7 firewall. http://www.thewindowsclub.com/how-to-manage-windows-7-firewall how use windows firewall advanced security in vista (also