Can't switch out of S mode: "Try that again"

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I recently purchased a laptop that came with the S mode of Windows. On the first startup it automatically installed Windows 11 (so downgrading to 10 is not an option). After set up etc. I updated Microsoft Store and installed various Windows updates and tried to switch it out of S mode. Instead, for the past few hours and with each of the hundreds of attempts, I keep getting a window that says "Try that again. Something happened on our end. Waiting a bit might help" along with an error code that changes every time. I am burned out and all out of ideas, any assistance on the matter will be greatly appreciated.

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Anonymous

2023-12-12T00:02:24+00:00

Bro, you saved me. I was having a hardtime with a new laptop. And i tried everything in the forums and only worked your suggestion. You deserve a medal for this. Thanks a lot!
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Anonymous

2023-12-18T20:38:10+00:00

Have there been any updates on this issue? I am having trouble on a new Lenovo.
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Anonymous

2023-12-19T21:26:36+00:00

Hello Matt, I think the solution to this issue would be when you are performing the intital setup of your device, please go into settings, activation, and hit "Switch out of S Mode." Then, it would lead you to the Microsoft Store, login with your Microsoft Account, and done! S Mode is now opted out!
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Anonymous

2024-02-10T19:23:19+00:00

Same here.
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Anonymous

2024-02-27T03:24:50+00:00

me too i just got a hp laptop and i cant switch out of s mode

and asked everyone in my family and all my friends,
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