This article describes emerging issues that affect Extended Security Updates (ESU) deployments and the steps to troubleshoot these issues. This information is organized by task, as follows:
- Installing update prerequisites
- Installing ESU keys
- Activating ESU keys
- Installing ESU
- Maintaining ongoing ESU compliance
Applies to: Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows 7 Service Pack 1
Original KB number: 4547184
Installing ESU prerequisites
You may experience the following issues when you install the ESU prerequisites.
The update isn't applicable to your computer
When you install an update that's required by ESU, you see a message similar to the following example:
The update is not applicable to your computer.
Possible cause
The package that you're trying to install isn't applicable to your Windows operating system edition or architecture.
Actions to take
- Make sure that the package is meant for your operating system edition and architecture.
- Restart the computer, and then try to install the package again.
- If you still see the error message, see The update is not applicable to your computer.
Additional steps
If the preceding steps don't resolve the problem, follow these steps on the affected computer:
- Copy the component-based servicing (CBS) log file (C:\Windows\Logs\CBS\CBS.log).
- Contact Microsoft Support, and provide this log file.
Installer encountered an error: 0x80096010. The digital signature of the object did not verify
When you install an update that's required by ESU, you see a message similar to the following example:
Installer encountered an error: 0x80096010.
The digital signature of the object did not verify.
Possible cause
The computer is missing the SHA-2 updates.
Actions to take
Install the SHA-2 updates. For a list of prerequisites and SHA-2 updates, see the "Installation prerequisites" section of Obtaining Extended Security Updates for eligible Windows devices.
Installing ESU product activation keys
You may experience the following problems when you install a product activation key for ESU on a computer. This section assumes that all of the prerequisite updates for ESU are installed on the computer.
Run 'slui.exe 0x2a 0xC004F050' to display the error text. Error: 0xC004F050
When you install an ESU key, you see a message similar to the following example:
Run 'slui.exe 0x2a 0xC004F050' to display the error text.
Error: 0xC004F050
Possible causes
This problem may occur under any of the following conditions:
- The licensing monthly rollup/security only/standalone package isn't installed on the computer.
- The computer hasn't been restarted after installing the updates.
- Windows Server 2008 SP2-based computers sometimes require another restart.
Actions to take
- Review the update history of the computer to make sure that all the ESU prerequisites have been installed successfully. For a list of the prerequisites, see Obtaining Extended Security Updates for eligible Windows devices.
- Verify that the key that you're installing is the correct key for the computer and its operating system.
- Restart the computer, and then install the key again.
Additional steps
If the preceding steps don't resolve the problem, follow these steps on the affected computer:
- Copy the component-based servicing (CBS) log file (C:\Windows\Logs\CBS\CBS.log).
- Contact Microsoft Support, and provide this log file.
Error: 0xC004F050 The Software Licensing Service reports that the product key is invalid
When you install the ESU product key by using slmgr.vbs /ipk, you receive the following Windows Script Host message:
Error: 0xC004F050 The Software Licensing Service reported that the product key is invalid.
Cause
This problem can occur in either of the following circumstances:
- The licensing monthly rollup/security only/standalone package isn't installed on the computer.
- You installed the prerequisite updates, but you didn't restart the computer.
Actions to take
Check the computer's update history to make sure that all ESU prerequisite updates have been installed successfully.
For a list of the required updates and information about how to get them, see Obtaining Extended Security Updates for eligible Windows devices.
Make sure that the key that you're installing is the correct key for the computer and its operating system.
Restart the computer, and try again.
Additional steps
If the preceding steps don't resolve the problem, follow these steps on the affected computer:
- Copy the component-based servicing (CBS) log file (C:\Windows\Logs\CBS\CBS.log).
- Contact Microsoft Support, and provide this log file.
The Software Licensing Service reports that the product key is invalid
When you add the ESU product key to the Volume Activation Management Tool (VAMT), you receive the following message:
Unable to verify product key
The specified product key is invalid, or is unsupported by this version of VAMT. An update to support additional products may be available online.
Cause
This issue can occur if two of the files that support VAMT aren't updated to support ESU keys.
Resolution
To fix this problem, update the VAMT configuration files with these steps:
- Download the VAMT files. The download includes the following files:
- pkconfig_win7.xrm-ms
- pkconfig_vista.xrm-ms
- Copy the two downloaded files to C:\Program Files (x86)\Windows Kits\10\Assessment and Deployment Kit\VAMT3\pkconfig, replacing the older versions of the files.
- Close VAMT, and then restart it.
The Software Licensing Service reports that the product key is invalid
When you use VAMT to install an ESU key on a computer, you receive the following Action Status message:
The Software Licensing Service reports that the product key is invalid
Cause
This issue can occur if the computer is missing the prerequisite updates that ESU requires.
Resolution
For a list of the required updates and information about how to get them, see Obtaining Extended Security Updates for eligible Windows devices.
Activating ESU keys
You may experience the following problems when you activate the ESU key on a computer. This section assumes that the computer has the product activation key and all the prerequisite updates for ESU installed.
This section is divided into four parts. Some problems may occur during any type of activation, and some problems are specific to the activation type that your use.
Any activation method
Error: 0x80072F8F: Content decoding has failed
When you try to activate a Windows 7, Windows Server 2008, or Windows Server 2008 R2 ESU key, you receive the following error message:
0x80072F8F
147012721
WININET_E_DECODING_FAILED
Content decoding has failed
Cause
This issue may occur if TLS 1.0 is disabled and the HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\System\CurrenteControlSet\Control\SecurityProviders\Schannel\Protocols\TLS 1.0\Client subkey is set as follows:
- DisabledByDefault: 1
- Enabled: 0
Actions to take
This method forces the activation process to use TLS 1.2 by default so that TLS 1.0 can remain disabled.
To resolve this issue, follow these steps.
If update 3140245 isn't installed on the computer, use Windows Update to install it.
Open regedit, and navigate to the following registry subkey:
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Internet Settings\WinHttpCreate or set a REG_DWORD value of DefaultSecureProtocols, and set it to 0x800.
If the computer is x64, you must also set the following registry key:
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Internet Settings\WinHttpCreate or set a REG_DWORD value of DefaultSecureProtocols, and set it to 0x800.
Restart the computer, and then try to run the
slmgr.vbs /atocommand again.
Slmgr activation
This section describes problems that you might experience when you use the Slmgr tool for activation.
Product activation failed while trying to activate ESU product key
When you try to activate the product key, you get a message similar to the following example:
Error: Product activation failed.
Cause
The Windows operating system edition or architecture isn't eligible for ESU.
Actions to take
Make sure that the Windows operating system edition or architecture is in the list of editions and architectures that are supported for ESU. For a list, see Obtaining Extended Security Updates for eligible Windows devices.
Additional steps
If the preceding steps don't resolve the problem, contact Microsoft Support.
0xC004C020 the activation server reported that the Multiple Activation Key (MAK) has exceeded its limit
When you try to activate the product key, you get a message similar to the following example:
0xC004C020 the activation server reported that the Multiple Activation Key has exceeded its limit
Cause
A MAK supports a limited number of activations. In this case, the MAK has exceeded its activation limit.
Actions to take
To increase the number of activations that the MAK key supports, contact the Microsoft Licensing Activation Centers.
Product not found while trying to activate ESU key
When you activate the ESU product key, you receive a "product not found" message.
Cause
The activation ID that you used in the activation command isn't correct.
Actions to take
To get the activation ID, follow these steps:
- Open an elevated Command Prompt window.
- Run the following command:
cscript /h:cscript. - Run one of the following commands, depending on your version of Windows.
- For Windows 7:
slmgr /dlv - For Windows Server 2008 SP2:
slmgr /dlv all
- For Windows 7:
- In the command output, copy the activation ID of the ESU key.
To use the activation ID, run the following command: slmgr /ato <Activation ID>.
Note
In this command, <Activation ID> represents the activation ID of the ESU key.
0xC004F025 access denied: the requested action requires elevated privileges
When you try to activate the product key, you receive a message similar to the following example:
0xC004F025 access denied: the requested action requires elevated privileges.
Possible Cause
You may be using a regular Command Prompt window instead of an elevated Command Prompt window.
Actions to take
To open an elevated Command Prompt window:
- Select Start, right-click Command Prompt, and then select Run as administrator.
Error: 0x80072EE7
When you try to activate the product key, you receive a message similar to the following example:
On a computer running Microsoft Windows non-core edition, run 'slui.exe 0x2a 0x80072EE7' to display the error text.
Error: 0x80072EE7
Cause
The computer can't communicate with the Microsoft Activation and Validation Services (AVS) server to activate the ESU key.
Actions to take
Make sure that the computer is connected to the internet, or has the Activation URLs in the allow list, and try again.
For computers that don't connect directly to the internet, you can use VAMT Proxy activation or Phone activation as an alternative. For more information, see Obtaining Extended Security Updates for eligible Windows devices.
For the current VAMT Proxy Activation URLs, see the "Volume Activation Management Tool (VAMT) activation" section.
0x80072EE2 The operation timed out
When you try to activate the product key, you get a message similar to the following example:
0x80072EE2 The operation timed out
Possible causes
The computer can't connect to the Microsoft Activation service. It might not be connected to internet, or it might have issues with internet connectivity.
Actions to take
Make sure that the computer is connected to internet, or has the Activation URLs in the allow list, and try again.
For computers that don't connect directly to the internet, you can use VAMT Proxy activation or Phone activation as an alternative. For more information, see Obtaining Extended Security Updates for eligible Windows devices.
For the current VAMT Proxy Activation URLs, see the "Volume Activation Management Tool (VAMT) activation" section.
Activation command succeeds but the ESU key is still in Unlicensed state
You appear to have successfully activated the ESU key. However, the key still doesn't seem to be properly licensed.
Possible cause
The slmgr /ato command didn't correctly pass the ESU activation ID.
Action to take
To use the activation ID, run the following command: slmgr /ato <Activation ID>.
Note
In this command, <Activation ID> represents the activation ID of the ESU key.
License Status: Unlicensed
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Volume Activation Management Tool (VAMT) activation
This section describes problems that you might experience when you use VAMT online or proxy activation. When you do so, use the following VAMT proxy activation URLs:
https://activation.sls.microsoft.com/BatchActivation/BatchActivation.asmxhttps://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=82160(This FWLink redirects to the preceding URL.)Or, include the following domains in the computer's allow list:activation.sls.microsoft.com
go.microsoft.com
Unable to verify product key
When you try to activate the product key, you get a message similar to the following example:
Unable to verify product key
The specified product key is invalid, or is unsupported by this version of VAMT. An update to support additional products may be available online.
Possible causes
There may be a problem in the pkconfig files. Those files may have to be replaced.
Actions to take
To update the VAMT configuration files, follow these steps:
Download the VAMT files.
The download includes the following files:
- pkconfig_win7.xrm-ms
- pkconfig_vista.xrm-ms
Copy the two downloaded files into C:\Program Files (x86)\Windows Kits\10\Assessment and Deployment Kit\VAMT3\pkconfig, replacing the older versions of the files.
Close VAMT, and then restart it.
Unable to connect to the WMI service on the remote machine while activating the remote machine using VAMT online/proxy activation
When you try to activate the product key, you receive a message similar to the following example:
Unable to connect to the WMI service on the remote machine while activating the remote machine using VAMT online/proxy activation.
Possible causes
Either of the following conditions on the affected computer may cause this problem:
- The WMI (Windows Management Instrumentation) service isn't turned on.
- Windows Firewall isn't configured correctly to allow VAMT access.
Actions to take
- To turn on the WMI service, select Start > Services, and right-click Windows Management Instrumentation. Then select Restart.
- To configure Windows Firewall, follow the instructions in Configure Client Computers.
For more information about how to install the VAMT tool and configure client computers, see Install and Configure VAMT.
Error: Access is denied
When you try to activate the product key, you receive a message similar to the following example:
Error: Access is denied.
Possible Cause
You don't have permissions to access the computer.
Actions to take
On a domain-joined VAMT client computer, verify that:
- You (or the activating user) have permissions to access the client computer.
- Your account (or that of the activating user) appears in the User Accounts list on the client computer. For more information, see Local Accounts.
Phone activation
This section describes problems that you might experience when you use phone activation.
Error: 0xC004F04D The Software Licensing Service determined that the Installation ID (IID) or the Confirmation ID (CID) is invalid
When you try to activate the product key, you receive a message similar to the following example:
Run 'slui.exe 0x2a 0xC004F04D' to display the error text.
Error: 0xC004F04D
Possible Cause
The confirmation ID is incorrect.
Actions to take
- Call the Microsoft Licensing Activation Centers again. They'll walk you through the steps to get a confirmation ID.
- In an elevated Command Prompt window, run the following command:
slmgr /atp <Confirmation ID> <ESU Activation ID>.
Note
In this command, <Confirmation ID> represents the confirmation ID that you obtained in step 1, and <ESU Activation ID> represents the activation ID of the ESU product key.
Installing ESU
You may experience the following problems when you install an ESU update on a computer. This section assumes that the computer has all of the prerequisite updates for ESU, and the product activation key is installed and activated.
The Windows Module Installer must be updated before you can install the package
When you install an ESU update, you see a message similar to the following example:
Windows Update Standalone Installer
The Windows Modules Installer must be updated before you can install this package. Please update the Windows Modules Installer on your computer, then retry Setup.
Possible cause
The Servicing Stack Update (SSU) with AI Changes package isn't installed on the computer.
Actions to take
Verify that the SSU package is installed on the computer. To do so, on the affected computer, select Start > Control Panel > Programs > Program and Features > View Installed updates.
If the SSU package isn't installed, install it and restart the computer. For more information about this update, see the "Installation prerequisites" section of Obtaining Extended Security Updates for eligible Windows devices.
Additional steps
If the preceding steps don't resolve the problem, on the affected computer, copy the component-based servicing (CBS) log file (C:\Windows\Logs\CBS\CBS.log). Contact Microsoft Support, and provide this log file.
Some updates weren't installed while trying to install the security update
When you install an ESU update, you see a message similar to the following example:
Download and Install UpdatesSome updates were not installedFor information about other error codes, refer to the Windows Update error reference.
Possible causes
This problem may occur under any of the following conditions:
- A valid ESU key isn't installed on the computer.
- On a desktop client or server, the ESU key is installed but isn't activated.
- On a Windows Embedded device, see Windows Embedded devices for possible causes.
- The Windows operating system that is installed on the computer isn't in the list of ESU supported editions or architectures. For a list of the supported editions and architectures, see Obtaining Extended Security Updates for eligible Windows devices.
Actions to take
On a desktop client or server computer, follow these steps to verify that the computer has a valid ESU key installed and activated.
Open an elevated Command Prompt window and then run one of the following commands:
slmgr /dlv(Windows 7 only)slmgr /dlv <Activation ID>Note
In this command, <Activation ID> represents the activation ID of the ESU key that is installed on the computer.
slmgr /dlv all
In the command output, verify that ESU key is licensed.
On a typical (non-embedded) computer, install the ESU key if you haven't already done so. Then activate the key by using one of the following methods:
VAMT online or proxy activation
Phone activation
By using the
slmgr /atocommand. To do so, follow these steps:- Open an elevated Command Prompt window.
- Run
slmgr /ipk <ESU key>and wait for the success message.Note
In this command, <ESU key> represents the ESU product key for the computer.
Run
slmgr /ato <Activation ID>.
On a Windows Embedded device, see Windows Embedded devices for appropriate actions to take.
Additional steps
If the preceding steps don't resolve the problem, on the affected computer, copy the component-based servicing (CBS) log file (C:\Windows\Logs\CBS\CBS.log). Contact Microsoft Support, and provide this log file.
Error: 80070643 - prep-check KB installation fails
When you install an ESU update, you see a message similar to the following example:
Error: 80070643 - prep-check KB installation fails
The message may reference one of the following KBs:
- KB 4528081 for Windows Server 2008 SP2
- KB 4528069 for Windows 7 / Windows Server 2008R2
The CBS log may contain messages similar to the following example:
- ESU: Product = 36 (0x00000024).
- ESU: Is IMDS check needed: FALSE
- ESU: Pre IMDS checks failed, Not Eligible:HRESULT_FROM_WIN32(1605)
- 1605 = ERROR_UNKNOWN_PRODUCT
Possible causes
- The operating system edition is not supported by the prep-check KB. The prep-check KB doesn't support
*Vor*Coreeditions. - The most recent Servicing Stack Update (February 11, 2020, or later) and Monthly Rollup update (February 11, 2020, or later) aren't installed on the computer.
Actions to take
Install the latest Servicing Stack Update (February 11, 2020, or later) and Monthly Rollup (February 11, 2020, or later), and then try again.
Windows Embedded devices
When you install ESU on a device that runs a Windows Embedded operating system, you may notice the following problems. ESU: NO ESU KEY FOUND
You have a device with a Windows product key that falls within the range of keys defined for embedded editions of Windows. When you install an ESU update, some of the updates don't install. And the CBS log contains entries similar to the following example:
ESU: NO ESU KEY FOUNDFor example, you see the following log entries.
Possible cause
The ESU product key isn't installed on the device.
Actions to take
Install a valid Windows Embedded ESU key on the computer, and then try to install the ESU package again.
HRESULT_FROM_WIN32(1633), Windows key in range of Windows Embedded keys
You have a device that has a Windows product key that falls within the range of keys that has been defined for embedded editions of Windows. When you install an ESU update, some of the updates don't install, and the CBS log contains entries similar to the following example:
ESU: Windows is not activated. ESU: not eligible:HRESULT_FROM_WIN32(1633) For example, you see the following log entries.
Possible cause
Either the Windows product key or the ESU product key (or both) is installed on the device but isn't activated.
Actions to take
Activate the Windows product key or the ESU product key (or both) and try to install the ESU package.
HRESULT_FROM_WIN32(1633), Windows key out of range of Windows Embedded keys
You have a device with a Windows product key that doesn't fall within the range of keys defined for embedded editions of Windows. When you install an ESU update, some of the updates don't install and the CBS log contains entries similar to the following example:
ESU: Windows is not activated. ESU: not eligible:HRESULT_FROM_WIN32(1633) For example, you see the following log entries.
Possible cause
The ESU product key is installed on the computer but isn't activated.
Actions to take
Activate the ESU product key, and then try to install the ESU package again.
Maintaining ongoing ESU compliance
You notice a non-compliant device in your update management and compliance toolsets.
If you have a subset of devices that are running Windows 7 Service Pack 1 (SP1) and Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1 without ESU, you notice a non-compliant device in your update management and compliance toolsets.
Windows Server Update Service (WSUS) continues to scan cab files for Windows 7 SP1 and Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1.
More information
- Troubleshooting Windows volume activation
- Resolve Windows activation error codes
- Using the Activation troubleshooter
- Get help with Windows activation errors
- FAQ about Extended Security Updates for Windows 7
- Obtaining Extended Security Updates for eligible Windows devices
- How to use Windows Server 2008 and 2008 R2 extended security updates (ESU)
- Extended Security Updates and Configuration Manager
- What are Extended Security Updates for SQL Server?
- Lifecycle FAQ-Extended Security Updates
FAQs
How do you check ESU is activated or not? ›
- Open an elevated Command Prompt window and then run one of the following commands: ...
- In the command output, verify that ESU key is licensed. ...
- Run slmgr /ato <Activation ID> .
The Extended Security Update (ESU) program is a last resort option for customers who need to run certain legacy Microsoft products past the end of support. It includes Critical* and/or Important* security updates for a maximum of three years after the product's End of Extended Support date.
Will Windows 7 ESU be extended? ›Today, on January 10, 2023, Windows 7 Extended Security Updates (ESU) and Windows 8.1 have reached their end of support dates. Windows 7 reached end of life (EoL) on January 14, 2020, but Microsoft gave customers the option to continue receiving important security updates through its ESU program.
How do I enable extended security updates? ›Activating ESU keys via phone
Open an elevated Command Prompt. Type slmgr. vbs /ipk <ESU MAK Key> and select Enter. to install the product key. Once you have the Installation ID, call the Microsoft Licensing Activation Center for your region; they will walk you through the steps to get the Confirmation ID.
Use one of the many ways to open Command Prompt or PowerShell on Windows. In the console, type slmgr /xpr and press Enter. In the dialog box, check Windows 11's activation status. If your machine is not activated, you should see the Windows is in notification mode message.
How do I activate ESU command? ›Call the Microsoft Licensing Activation Center for your region. Provide the installation ID and make note of the confirmation ID that you receive. At the elevated command prompt, type slmgr /atp <confirmation ID > <activation ID > and press Enter.
How do I activate my ESU Year 3? ›Install ESU Year 1, Year 2, or Year 3 product key using slmgr: 1 Open cmd window as an Administrator. 2 Run “slmgr /ipk <ESU Licensing key>” 3 Verify product key installed successfully. Key does not require activation. Install the ESU Security Update packages the same way you install security updates today.
How do I disable extended security? ›Removing extended security
You can remove extended security by running the command db2extsec -r, however, this will only succeed if no other database operations (such as creating a database, creating a new instance, adding table spaces, and so on) have been performed after enabling extended security.
Extended Support
Security updates at no additional cost.
Open a command prompt. Type slmgr /dlv then press Enter. Verify the licensed status. It must show as Licensed for the corresponding ESU program.
What years does Windows 7 have ESU? ›
Microsoft has offered SMB and enterprise customers paid-for Windows 7 ESU since ending free security updates for Windows 7 on January 14, 2020. It's offered the Windows 7 ESUs to businesses for up to three years and that period came to an end today, January 10 -- the date of the first Patch Tuesday of 2023.
What versions of ESU does Windows 7 support? ›Which editions of Windows 7 are eligible for ESU? ESU is available for Windows 7 Professional and Windows 7 Enterprise.
How do I install Windows 7 extended security updates? ›- Open an elevated Command Prompt on the client machine.
- Install the ESU key (this does not change how updates are obtained; do NOT use brackets around ESU Key) slmgr /ipk <ESU key> and select Enter.
- Next, find the ESU Activation ID. ...
- Now, activate the ESU product key slmgr /ato <ESU Activation Id>
Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Windows Update. In the Windows Update window, select either important updates are available or optional updates are available.
How do I get security updates on Windows 10 again? ›In Windows 10, version 1903 (or later), Windows 10 Pro, version 1809, or Windows 10 Enterprise, version 1809: Select Start > Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update .
How to check Windows activation through cmd? ›On a client computer, open a Command Prompt window and run the command Slmgr. vbs /ato . The /ato command causes the operating system to attempt activation by using whichever key has been installed in the operating system. The response should show the license state and detailed Windows version information.
How do I run activation troubleshooter from command line? ›In elevated CMD window Type “slmgr /ipk license-key” without the quotes. In place of license-key enter your windows license key. Hi， Microsoft Support Diagnostic Tool or MSDT.exe can be used to invoke and launch any Windows Troubleshooting Pack or Troubleshooter from the command line.
How do I resolve Windows activation? ›Select Start > Settings > Update & Security > Activation , and then select Troubleshoot to run the Activation troubleshooter. For more info about the troubleshooter, see Using the Activation troubleshooter.
How to activate command line? ›Press the Windows + R keys on your keyboard to bring up the Run utility. Type in “cmd” and press the Ctrl + Shift + Enter keys on your keyboard. By doing so, you're launching the Command Prompt with administrative permissions.
How to open services using command? ›...
Use the Run dialog.
- Press the ⊞ Win + R keys simultaneously.
- Type services. msc .
- Press OK or hit ↵ Enter .
How do I open services control panel? ›
- Click Start, select Control Panel.
- Open Administrative Tools.
- Open Services.
All you need to do is purchase Windows 7 ESU directly from BEMO Online Store. It costs $140 for Year 2 and is licensed per device. If you have not purchased Windows 7 ESU Year 1 yet or if you find you're in need of updates for an additional device, you will need to purchase Year 1 prior to purchasing Year 2.
How do I remove security permissions? ›- Login to your computer as an admin. ...
- Right-click on the file or folder you want to change permissions and select Properties. ...
- Select the Security tab. ...
- Select the user you want to modify permissions and then click Edit.
- To add a new user or group click on Edit and then Add.
- Click Advanced and then Find now.
- Enter the router username and password when prompted. The default user name is admin. ...
- Click the ADVANCED tab and select Setup > Wireless Setup.
- Under Security Options, choose None and click the Apply button to save the changes.
- Fix 1: Restart the Phone Without SIM/SD Card.
- Fix 2: Clear Cache and Data.
- Fix 3: Disable and Enable the Phone's Sensors.
- Fix 4: Reset Camera Settings.
- Fix 5: Use Your Phone in Safe Mode.
- Fix 6: Disable the Camera App in the Secure Wi-Fi Feature.
You don't need to configure anything, and there's no additional charge for using Extended Security Updates with Azure VMs. Extended Security Updates are automatically delivered to Azure VMs if they're configured to receive updates.
How long is Microsoft extended support? ›The Fixed Lifecycle Policy is designed to take the guesswork out of determining the length of time Microsoft provides support and servicing for a product. In most situations, Microsoft provides a minimum of 10 years of support. The lifecycle combines 5 years of Mainstream Support and up to 5 years of Extended Support.
What happens if you don't pay Microsoft? ›If I forget to pay, what happens? The service is canceled and your resources are no longer available. Your Azure data is deleted 90 days after the service is terminated. To learn more, see Microsoft Trust Center - How we manage your data.
What does ESU stand for in Windows? ›The End of Support (EOS) date for Windows 7 Embedded and Windows Server 2008 was January 14, 2020. Windows Embedded Standard 7 (WES7) hit EOS on October 13, 2020. With EOS, feature and security updates end, leaving unsupported systems at risk.
What program is ESU EXE? ›What is esu.exe? The genuine esu.exe file is a software component of Garmin Express by Garmin. Garmin Express is software to manage Garmin GPS devices. ExpressTray.exe runs the system tray process for the Garmin Express application.
Does Windows 7 automatically detects any hardware recently installed? ›
Windows 7 automatically detects any hardware recently installed and attempts to automatically install the driver. Additionally, after Windows 7 Setup completes, if some drivers were not installed by default, Windows 7 will attempt to find the device and respective driver. This is possible through Windows Update.
Is Windows 7 still supported in 2023? ›Microsoft has announced that it is ending support for Windows 7 and Windows 8.1 operating systems from January 10, 2023. This means that both operating systems will no longer receive any feature or security updates from the company. Windows 7 was first released in 2009 as the successor to Windows Vista.
What year did Windows 7 become obsolete? ›Mainstream support for Windows 7 ended on January 13, 2015. Extended support for Windows 7 ended on January 14, 2020. In August 2019, Microsoft announced it will be offering a 'free' extended security updates to some business users.
Which is the most stable Windows 7 version? ›Windows 7 Ultimate is the, well, ultimate version of Windows 7, containing all the features available in Professional and Home Premium, plus BitLocker technology. Windows 7 Ultimate also has the largest language support.
What is the difference between Windows Embedded Standard 7 and Windows 7 Professional? ›Licensing differences – Windows® 7 Professional is licensed to support general purpose PC applications, including Office Automation software such as Microsoft Office. Windows® Embedded POSReady 7 is an embedded operating system, licensed for use on dedicated devices that provide only POS functionality.
Which Windows 7 edition does not support x64 CPUs? ›All editions support 32-bit IA-32 CPUs and all editions except Starter support 64-bit x64 CPUs.
How do you check if Windows has been activated? ›To find out, select the Start button, and then select Settings > Update & Security > Activation . You'll be able to confirm that your Windows 10 has been activated and that your Microsoft account is associated with your digital license.
How do I know if Windows security Center is on? ›Run a quick scan in Windows Security
Select Start > Settings > Update & Security > Windows Security and then Virus & threat protection.
Just copy and paste it into an elevated powershell then press enter. $hyperv = Get-WindowsOptionalFeature -FeatureName Microsoft-Hyper-V-All -Online # Check if Hyper-V is enabled if($hyperv. State -eq "Enabled") { Write-Host "Hyper-V is enabled." } else { Write-Host "Hyper-V is disabled." }
How do I enable ESU on Windows 7? ›- Open an elevated Command Prompt on the client machine.
- Install the ESU key (this does not change how updates are obtained; do NOT use brackets around ESU Key) slmgr /ipk <ESU key> and select Enter.
- Next, find the ESU Activation ID. ...
- Now, activate the ESU product key slmgr /ato <ESU Activation Id>
Is there a problem if my Windows are not activated? ›
Windows Updates will still download and install on your device even when your Windows 10 isn't activated. However, you might not have access to many in-between updates or optional updates that get rolled out to regular users. On the positive, you can eventually get access to all the major Windows 10 updates for free.
How to check Windows activation via Command Prompt? ›On a client computer, open a Command Prompt window and run the command Slmgr.vbs /ato . The /ato command causes the operating system to attempt activation by using whichever key has been installed in the operating system. The response should show the license state and detailed Windows version information.
What happens if Windows is not activated? ›If you don't activate Windows 10, some features will be disabled upon the expiry of the trial period. For instance, you won't be able to customize your PC or laptop, meaning features like themes, lock screen, colors, fonts, and taskbar will return to their default settings (if you customized them).
How do I troubleshoot Windows Security? ›- Turn on Windows Security. ...
- Update Windows 11. ...
- Disable Third-party Antivirus. ...
- Reset the Security App. ...
- Run an SFC and DISM Scan. ...
- Reset Your PC.
Fix Window Security Center Issues With System File Checker
Open command prompt as administrator, type "sfc /scannow" and press Enter to begin the scan. Once Windows completes the scan, restart your PC and see if that resolved the problem.
Resetting the Windows Security App Through the Taskbar
Click on the Search bar in the Taskbar and type “Windows Security.” This will bring up the Windows Security app as the best match in the search results. Then, click on App settings. In Settings, click on the Reset button.
- Run command prompt.
- Enter the command systeminfo.exe.
- The command will gather system information and display the result.
- Check Hyper -V Requirements.
- If Virtualization Enabled in Firmware shows Yes, Windows Sandbox can be used.
Hyper-V virtualization is the process of creating multiple VMs using hypervisor-V on a system running Windows. A VM is a software version of a computer running its own OS and programs. A Hyper-V server can help individual VMs to connect to different networks.
How do I know if my Windows server is a virtual machine? ›- Click Start > Run.
- Type msinfo32 and press Enter.
- In the right pane, look for System Manufacturer for 'VMware, Inc. ' If this is present, you are running within a virtualized platform, and cannot install another virtualization product on top of it.
Open a command prompt. Type slmgr /dlv then press Enter. Verify the licensed status. It must show as Licensed for the corresponding ESU program.