Problem with activating Windows Server 2019 Datacenter

Question

I have a problem with activating Windows Server 2019 Datacenter.

After command DISM /Online /Set-Edition:ServerDatacenter /ProductKey:XXXX /AcceptEula

Error: 1168

The specified product key could not be validated.

Check that the specified product key is valid and that it matches the target edition.

the key is correct, from the portal for Windows Server 2019 Datacenter

after command DISM /online /Get-TargetEditions

Editions that can be upgraded to:

Target Edition : ServerDatacenter

Answer 1

Hi Ryński Marcin

Error code 1168 indicates that the product key you entered could not be validated. This could be due to a number of reasons, such as an incorrect product key, a typo in the product key, or an issue with the activation server.

To resolve this issue, please ensure that you have entered the correct product key for Windows Server 2019 Datacenter. You can verify the product key by checking the packaging or the email confirmation you received when you purchased the product.

If you are sure that the product key is correct, you can try activating Windows Server 2019 Datacenter using the telephone activation method. To do this, follow these steps:

1. Open the Command Prompt as an administrator.
2. Type "slui 4" (without quotes) and press Enter.
3. Select your country or region from the list and click Next.
4. Call the telephone number provided and follow the instructions to activate Windows Server 2019 Datacenter.

More information about phone activation, please refer to Volume License Key Phone Numbers | Microsoft Volume Licensing.

Hope it helps.

Kind regards,

Lei

Answer 2

I will need the product key number for Windows Server 2019