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For windows 2022 standard you have to run the following command
slmgr /ipk YDFWN-MJ9JR-3DYRK-FXXRW-78VHK
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AVMA Key Fail to activate Windows Server 2022 guest
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Hi, we want to install VM inside Hyper-V Windows Server 2022 Standard and use AVMA key to activate Windows Server 2022 Standard VM. Hyper-V has been licensed but still we cannot use AVMA to activate Windows Server 2022 Standard inside VM. Any idea what is the issue?
Host licensed but inside VM get error 0xC004FD04 after activate using AVMA Key
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Thameur-BOURBITA 36,261 Reputation points Moderator2023-01-10T06:56:11.607+00:00 -
Muhammad Firdaus Azman 1 Reputation point
2023-01-10T07:04:04.327+00:00 We have tried to use the command but still we get this error:
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Thameur-BOURBITA 36,261 Reputation points Moderator
2023-01-10T07:08:41.033+00:00 Do you try with the AVMA key for windows server 2022 datacenter?
slmgr /ipk YDFWN-MJ9JR-3DYRK-FXXRW-78VHK***Please don’t forget to mark helpful reply as answer ***
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Thameur-BOURBITA 36,261 Reputation points Moderator
2023-01-10T07:18:08.883+00:00 Check also if the data exchange is checked in VM setting:
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Muhammad Firdaus Azman 1 Reputation point
2023-01-10T07:24:34.477+00:00 Data Exchange has been enabled and yes, we also have tried to use avma key from datacenter but still we got same issue
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Thameur-BOURBITA 36,261 Reputation points Moderator
2023-01-10T08:04:40.143+00:00 Can you share with usa screenshot of the result of the following commands on VM et the host:
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Muhammad Firdaus Azman 1 Reputation point
2023-01-10T08:14:22.657+00:00 Here are the ouput:
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Muhammad Firdaus Azman 1 Reputation point
2023-01-10T08:16:01.557+00:00 
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Thameur-BOURBITA 36,261 Reputation points Moderator
2023-01-10T08:30:15.817+00:00 Can you run the same commands on your Hyper-V server and share with us the result ? I can be a activation issue on your hyper-v host.
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Muhammad Firdaus Azman 1 Reputation point
2023-01-10T09:10:59.06+00:00 Here is the result inside host:
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Thameur-BOURBITA 36,261 Reputation points Moderator
2023-01-10T10:18:33.48+00:00 Based on the last screenshot , it seems that the host use a OEM licence.
May be you are in the case mentioned in the following link : virtual-machine-activation-issues-on-an-oem-host Can you try activate Virtual machine using the OEM key using by the host?:
slmgr /upk slmgr /ipk xxxxx-xxxxx-xxxxx-xxxxx-xxxxx (replace the x’s with the actual host key)
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Anonymous2023-01-10T15:13:07.927+00:00 > Hi, we want to install VM inside Hyper-V Windows Server 2022 Standard and use AVMA key to activate Windows Server 2022 Standard VM. Hyper-V has been licensed but still we cannot use AVMA to activate Windows Server 2022 Standard inside VM. Any idea what is the issue?
AVMA can only be used with a DataCenter host. For a Standard host you should use the same host product key to activate the guest instances.
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2023-01-12T01:12:43.5733333+00:00 Just checking if there's any progress or updates?
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Martin 0 Reputation points2024-09-20T08:11:56.1366667+00:00 Not true, I have a 2022 datacenter edition and AVMA doesn't work either. I have licenced with host key, and it worked originally but now it stopped and I'm searching for solution. It says I cannot use host key and obviously does not get the key from host automatically. Host is properly licensed.
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Limitless Technology 44,766 Reputation points2023-01-12T16:39:11.34+00:00 Hi, Thank you for posting your query. Kindly follow the steps provided below to resolve your issue. Automatic Virtual Machine Activation (AVMA) acts as a proof-of-purchase mechanism, helping to ensure that Windows products are used in accordance with the Product Use Rights and Microsoft Software License Terms. AVMA lets you activate Windows Server virtual machines (VMs) on Windows Server Hyper-V host that is properly activated, even in disconnected environments. AVMA binds the virtual machine activation to the licensed virtualization host and activates the virtual machine when it starts up. You can get real-time reporting on usage and historical data on the license state of the virtual machine when using AVMA. Reporting and tracking data is available on the virtualization host. Go to this link for your reference and other troubleshooting procedures https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-server/get-started/automatic-vm-activation Do not hesitate to message us if you need further assistance. If the answer is helpful kindly click "Accept as Answer" and up vote it.