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PowerEdge T440 replaced HDDs and now Server 2016 OS wont activate
After replacing the hard drives and reinstalling the OS on the server it says it can not activate and I need to contact the Manufacturer, which would be Dell. However when i tried to call support it wasnt under warranty still and have not heard back from the no warranty team. I just want to activate the server 2016 OS that is installed on it. This is what was installed on it when it was built but just isnt happening.
DELL-Joey C
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May 21st, 2024 05:41
Hi,
If it's ok, would you like to Private Message me the call support ticket number, I'll take a look on what was discussed.
Also can you describe how the OS installation steps that you have taken?
Origin3k
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May 21st, 2024 13:10
I cant see how is this related to Dell as long as only the activation is the problem. In the past you have to call Mircorsoft and need to explain (HDD broke and complete new installation) why the production key is used again.
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Joerg
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May 23rd, 2024 15:33
But your OS wasnt pre-installed anymore because YOU reinstalled it. Years ago we see this more than once and we need to pick up the phone.
Regards,
Joerg