How to fix We can't activate Windows...Error code: 0xC004F074

Question

I have this error, but I bought my Windows 11 License 8 months ago.

Answer 1

The error message is from a volume license generic key that is looking for a corporate activation server(KMS Server).

Where did you get your key?

Slmgr /DLV is the correct switch, it appears you are using DiV which is why it's not recognized.

Darrell

Answer 2

I got my license when I was buying my laptop in Altex shop of Romania. The consultant installed to me the windows.

Answer 3

Go back to the sAltex shop and ask them for a proper key.

Answer 4

Hi ,

I think laptop in a domain which creating a issue for licence .

Check with vendor and ask for domain its there please remove the same and then use the key.

Answer 5

Hello

Thank you for posting in Q&A forum.

The error code 0xC004F074 typically indicates that the Key Management Service (KMS) is unavailable, or the system cannot connect to the activation server.

Here are some steps you can try:

1. Run the Activation Troubleshooter:

• Go to Settings > Update & Security > Activation.

• Click on Troubleshoot and follow the on-screen instructions.

2. Reinstall the Product Key:

• Open Command Prompt as an administrator.

• Run the following commands:

slmgr.vbs /upk

slmgr.vbs /ipk <Your_Product_Key>

slmgr.vbs /ato

• Replace <Your_Product_Key> with your actual product key.

3. Check Date and Time Settings:

• Ensure your system's date and time are correct. Incorrect settings can cause activation issues.

• You can sync your time by running the following command in Command Prompt:

w32tm /resync

4. ‘Disable Fast Startup:

• Go to Control Panel > Power Options > Choose what the power buttons do.

• Click on Change settings that are currently unavailable.

• Uncheck Turn on fast startup (recommended) and save changes.

5. Repair System Files:

• Open Command Prompt as an administrator.

• Run the following commands to check and repair system files:

sfc /scannow

DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth

Ref： Fix 0xC004F074 Windows Activation error code - The Windows Club

I hope the information above is helpful.

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Best Regards,

Daisy Zhou

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