how to request a mak activation count reset after repeated re imaging?
Dear Microsoft licensing support, I would like to request assistance regarding our organization's Multiple Activation Key (MAK). We have been using this key to activate Windows installations across our environment for some time without any issues.…
Windows for business | Windows 365 Enterprise
Microsoft Teams Town Halls: can external anonymous guests join without being prompted to allow their browser to access their camera and microphone?
When creating a Teams Town Hall with public event access, will the guests who are viewing only always be asked for their name, as well as camera and microphone permissions from their browser? If they are not able to present in the Town Hall, why do they…
Microsoft Teams | Microsoft Teams for education | Meetings and calls | Other
Additional meeting and call-related features and issues within Microsoft Teams for Education
Azure Cache for Redis creation block exception/extension
Hello, From the retirement notice of Azure Cache for Redis (ACR), it is mentioned that the creation of new ACR will be blocked from 1Oct'26 for existing customers. Is there an exception process available to extend this block to a later…
Azure Cache for Redis
An Azure service that provides access to a secure, dedicated Redis cache, managed by Microsoft.
EEID to Entra ID OIDC federation with private_key_jwt not client_secret
You can now federate EEID with Entra ID via OIDC not via guest: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/entra/external-id/customers/how-to-entra-id-federation-customers I have this working with client_secret, but cannot get it to work with the private_key_jwt…
Microsoft Security | Microsoft Entra | Microsoft Entra External ID
Managing external identities to enable secure access for partners, customers, and other non-employees
Logged into MS account; Devices are not loading to obtain BitLocker recovery key
I am in need of my BitLocker recovery key to startup my HP Omen 16 laptop after installing a 2nd NVME SSD. I am fully logged into my MS account, and all my account details such as Payment, Security, etc. load successfully. However, Devices will not load.…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Recovery and backup
Appeal for Microsoft Rewards Account Suspension
Dear Microsoft Rewards Support Team, I am writing to formally appeal the suspension of my Microsoft Rewards account. My account was recently suspended without any prior notice or a specified reason. I have been an active member of the program for the…
Bing | Microsoft Rewards
A program that grants points for using Bing search, which users can redeem for gift cards, sweepstakes entries, or charitable donations.
Microsoft Q&A deleted my replies wrongly
I was making replies to someone helping me, giving technical information, and Microsoft Q&A tagged my reply as "deleted" and tell me "This answer has been deleted due to a violation of our Code of Conduct." Which is a violation…
Community Center | Discuss the Q&A site | Site bug or problem
Issues or errors on the Microsoft Q&A website.
Windows Licenses: Can we use Windows Home licenses for business purposes?
Can we use Windows Home licenses for business purposes? My company is using laptops that came preinstalled with Windows Home Single Language under an OEM license. Under software copyright and licensing regulations, is the company required to upgrade…
Windows for home | Windows 10 | Licensing and activation
Can't pay subscription with card from a different Country.
I am trying to update my payment method but can't use a card from a different Country since the form does not enable that section so then the information doesn't match and the new card is not accepted.
Microsoft 365 and Office | Other
Miscellaneous topics that do not fit into specific categories.
My WinUI App is having problem running on x86 and ARM64 platforms
I'm coding an app, it could work properly on x64 platforms. However, when I was trying to publish or debug with x84 and ARM64 presets, it keeps fail to run properly. I referenced H.NotifyIcon and CsWin32, I'm not sure if this problem was triggered by…
Windows development | WinUI
Certificate of Residence for 2026
Hello! I would like to request the Certificate of Residence for 2026 for Microsoft Regional Sales Pte Ltd. Malaysia- Singapore. Really appreciate I can get a help on my requesting.
Microsoft 365 and Office | Subscription, account, billing | For business | Other
Microsoft 365 features that help users manage their subscriptions, account settings, and billing information.
Comparing List<T>
Hello everyone and thanks for the help in advance. I have a WebApi application that accepts a List<tblResults> where the model for tblResults looks like: public class tblResults { public int Record_ID { get; set; } public int Description { get;…
Developer technologies | C#
An object-oriented and type-safe programming language that has its roots in the C family of languages and includes support for component-oriented programming.
Outlook blocking emails
Why is outlook blocking emails being sent by various third parties? I have verified the third party has the correct email address.
Outlook | Windows | New Outlook for Windows | For home
Using New Outlook on Windows for personal email, calendar, and contact management
Getting a new number at azure communication services
I am trying to get a phone number at azure communication services. It says I used 0 out of 5 but not letting me to get one
Azure Communication Services
An Azure communication platform for deploying applications across devices and platforms.
Bluetooth Headset Produces Robotic Sound Only During Microsoft Teams Calls/Meeting
Hi everyone, I'm experiencing an issue with a Bluetooth headset that only occurs during Microsoft Teams calls. Issue: Audio becomes robotic/distorted during Teams calls and Teams test calls. The issue happens consistently when using the headset via…
Microsoft Teams | Microsoft Teams for business | Meetings and calls | Audio and video
Managing sound and video settings during Teams meetings and calls for optimal communication
Microsoft Authenticator on Android "Failed to register for receiving push notifications"
I've been stuck here for months. I've googled and not found anyone else with the same exact problem. I am the Azure and domain administrator for my company. We're on Microsoft 365 E3. I've been unable to get Passwordless authentication working with…
Microsoft Security | Microsoft Entra | Microsoft Entra ID
A cloud-based identity and access management service for securing user authentication and resource access
Office 2019 for macOS lost activation for no apparent reason and now will not reactivate ... HELP!
I have a MacBook Pro running macOS Monterey, and I installed a permanent version of Office 2019 in October 2024 using a new retail key for a stand-alone license. The software was added to my account and I received a confirmation email at that time from…
Microsoft 365 and Office | Install, redeem, activate | For home | MacOS
Processes in Microsoft 365 for setting up Office apps, redeeming product keys, and activating licenses.
Word doc will only open 17 pages of 30 page plus reports.
Word doc will only open 17 pages of 30 page plus reports. In draft view it will show all pages.I have tried to copy and paste (all bt last paragraph) into a new doc howver it still will not show past the 17 pages. Is there another simple fix
Microsoft 365 and Office | Word | For business | Windows
A family of Microsoft word processing software products for creating web, email, and print documents.
Account Information: Change Payment Method
We received an email requesting us to update our payment method. When logged into the Microsoft 365 Admin Center to change the payment of method, I do not see the payment method listed in the email we received. I tried calling and only received…
Microsoft 365 and Office | Subscription, account, billing | For business | Other
Microsoft 365 features that help users manage their subscriptions, account settings, and billing information.
I have accidentally deleted a calendar in Outlook....how can I recover it?
I have accidentally deleted a calendar in Outlook....how can I recover it? I've tried looking in deleted folders, but it's not there.
Outlook | Web | Outlook on the web for business | Calendar
Managing meetings and events using Outlook on the web for business