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Windows 10 Update and Activation
Reza_Ameri I'll try this when going back to my PC in office.
By the way, please advise how to resolve the windows search issue too.
Running the sfc command will resolve multiple issues and it might resolve the issue with the search. I would advise to perform Clean boot, take a look at How to perform a clean boot in Windows (microsoft.com).
Also try boot into the Safe Mode, take a look at Start your PC in safe mode in Windows 10 (microsoft.com)
And check if these issues are being reproduced in these conditions?
I also notice you mark a reply as an answer in this post which didn't solved your issue, you may unmark the answer and only mark a reply as answer when it is really an answer and solved your issue.
- Reza_AmeriMay 27, 2021Silver Contributor
You may download it from Download Windows 10 (microsoft.com)
Make sure you select the same architect (x64 or x32) as your current system. Take a look at 32-bit and 64-bit Windows: Frequently asked questions (microsoft.com)
Then you have an option to create a USB or DVD and you may create it.
Then you have to look into your device's manufacturer support to see how to boot into the USB or DVD. You have to do it during the startup and then in the menu, you will have something called Repair your computer.
- Reza_AmeriMay 28, 2021Silver Contributor
You have to download it using the tools and you may use any PC to do it as long as you are able to run the installer file.
When you run it you shall see a menu like the following:
And you have to select Repair your computer
- PS7010May 19, 2021Brass Contributor
Reza_Ameri It's my first time to join Tech Community and am not aware of the marking procedure for the best answer. I have just unmarked that answer.
In another computer, I tried a rehearsal by using Command Prompt and running it as administrator, then successfully run the command "SFC /SCANNOW". I shall let you know my progress tomorrow.
- PS7010May 20, 2021Brass Contributor
Reza_Ameri I have done a clean boot and restarted with the Safe Mode.
Go to Accounts> Your info Red message "You need to activate Windows before you can personalize your PC."> Activate Windows now.> Activation (leave blank) with Product ID & Product Key shown up>Troubleshoot - Troubleshooting has completed with a message "Some interrupted our troubleshooting, Error: 0x80010105. Windows Activation still failed.
- Reza_AmeriMay 20, 2021Silver Contributor
Are you able to run the command prompt from inside the Windows?
Run the Command prompt as administrator and then run the following commands:
DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /CheckHealth
DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /ScanHealth
DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth
- PS7010May 21, 2021Brass Contributor
Reza_Ameri Yesterday, I was trying to run the Command Prompt from Windows System folder, but after right click I only see "Pin to Start" but no other selection for run the Command Prompt as administrator. Alternatively, whether I can try insider the Windows PowerShell and run it as administrator. If workable, I shall make an attempt in the afternoon.
I have done a rehearsal for DISM commands in another computer at home and find them workable. I shall let you know the further development in my PC later.
- PS7010May 21, 2021Brass Contributor
Reza_Ameri I have just tried but couldn't find the options for running as administrator for both the Command Prompt and Windows PowerShell. Hence, I was unable run the command prompt from inside the Windows. Maybe, my administrator power was limited by Microsoft Team or caused by virus. Please refer to the attached photos.
Besides, I have attempted Startup Repair but in vain. Please also refer to the attached photo.
- Reza_AmeriMay 21, 2021Silver Contributor
Try run the Windows Defender Offline.
Take a look at Help protect my PC with Microsoft Defender Offline
Try download and run a full scan with Microsoft Safety Scanner Download - Windows security | Microsoft Docs
In worse case, you will have to reinstall the Windows.
- PS7010May 22, 2021Brass Contributor
Reza_Ameri I have just completed a full scan with Microsoft Safety Scanner Download.
Microsoft Safety Scanner v1.339, (build 1.339.1195.0)
Started On Sat May 22 19:25:52 2021Engine: 1.1.18100.6
Signatures: 1.339.1195.0
MpGear: 1.1.16330.1
Run Mode: Interactive Graphical ModeResults Summary:
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No infection found.
Failed to submit MAPS report: 0x80072742
Failed to Create Heartbeat Error task: 0x80070003
Failed to submit clean hearbeat MAPS report: 0x80072742
Failed to Create Heartbeat Error task: 0x80070003
Microsoft Safety Scanner Finished On Sat May 22 20:36:16 2021What is the next action to be taken?
- Reza_AmeriMay 23, 2021Silver ContributorIn this case, I believe the best option would be reinstalling Windows.
You would be able to keep your files and data but you have to reinstall your applications and programs.
You may download Windows 10 from:
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/software-download/windows10