KMS Activation Errors: 4 Ways to Fix Them

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Updated onSeptember 26, 2024

updated onSeptember 26, 2024

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If you’re dealing with KMS activation errors in Windows, keep reading. The latest Windows 7 updates, includingKB4480970, brought quite a long list of bugs, but we’ll help you fix them.

So, if your network drive doesn’t work, SMBv2 sharing often stops, or the database format isn’t recognized, the steps below will come in handy.

How can I fix Windows 7 KMS activation errors?

Method 1: Tweak SoftwareProtectionPlatform settings

Method 2: Use a MAK product key

If there is no KMS server available, you can use the MAK key instead.

Method 3: Configure a KMS host server

KMS activation errors often occur because there is no valid KMS server for your clients to activate against. In this case, you need to install and activate a KMS server.

Once you’ve set up a computer to host the KMS software, you can go ahead and publish the Domain Name System (DNS) settings.

For detailed information on the steps to follow, you can check out the following Microsoft support pages:

Method 4: Create a KMS SRV record in MS DNS server

Here’s what you can do if your client cannot locate a KMS host on the network:

For a step-by-step guide, go toMicrosoft’s support page.

Additionally, you can also assign a KMS server manually. If this action didn’t help, you can automatically publishKMSin multiple DNS domains.

Now KMS activation errors should be gone. If you have any more questions, feel free to ask in the comments below.

KMS Activation Errors: 4 Ways to Fix Them#

How can I fix Windows 7 KMS activation errors?#

Method 1: Tweak SoftwareProtectionPlatform settings#

Method 2: Use a MAK product key#

Method 3: Configure a KMS host server#

Method 4: Create a KMS SRV record in MS DNS server#