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reopen a live chat

I was just on a live chat and the connection dropped or was closed by agent. How do I reopen this chat

Microsoft 365 and Office | Install, redeem, activate | For home | Other
asked 2026-09-16T10:09:00.11+00:00
jim skinner 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-09-16T10:44:26.6366667+00:00
John Jefferson Doyon 87,635 Reputation points Independent Advisor
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The Activation server reported that the entire request contained one or more invalid key types.

I am using the VAMT server to activate the clients windows 11 OS 25H2 version through the proxy. Due to my clients does not have internet access. therefore, i am trying to activate the pcs OS through my VAMT server. Also, My clients are embedded OEM DM…

Windows for business | Windows Client for IT Pros | Devices and deployment | Licensing and activation
asked 2026-09-15T13:04:44.6066667+00:00
Pachiyappan L 20 Reputation points
edited a comment 2026-09-16T10:44:01.4666667+00:00
Pachiyappan L 20 Reputation points
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Got a problem error code 0xc004f211,

Now I did change motherboard but when I troubleshoot if says it can't find any windows 10 devices problem is I'm on windows 11 pro, I upgraded to 11 from 10 and them upgraded to pro from home, I don't know my product/digital license either I would really…

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Licensing and activation
asked 2026-09-01T17:18:29.9+00:00
Steve Bunn 0 Reputation points
recommended 2026-09-16T10:43:25.5333333+00:00
Ana Mihaila (BLUEHAWK LLC) 0 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
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SQL Server 2022 MDS not showing data on portal after update

Hi After installing an updates on SQL Server 2022 i have problem with MDS. When i go to website and open a model I do not see data in it. Data are avaiable in views and by Excel addin. Is this some bug or I could have broke sth? Daniel

SQL Server | Other
SQL Server | Other

Additional SQL Server features and topics not covered by specific categories

14,806 questions
asked 2026-08-28T09:36:30.6566667+00:00
Stawik 0 Reputation points
commented 2026-09-16T10:42:14.26+00:00
Henrik Munch 0 Reputation points
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Unable to Change Existing User’s Username/Primary Email Address in MS365

Unable to Change Existing User’s Username/Primary Email Address in MS365 When logged into the MS365 admin portal as a Global Admin, trying to change an existing user’s username and primary email address, the change fails, and the dialog box shows this…

Exchange Online
Exchange Online

A cloud-based service included in Microsoft 365, delivering scalable messaging and collaboration features with simplified management and automatic updates.

7,405 questions
Microsoft 365 and Office | Install, redeem, activate | For business | Windows
Microsoft Security | Microsoft Entra | Microsoft Entra ID
asked 2024-07-25T20:51:04.4733333+00:00
Alan Adkins 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-09-16T10:41:07.61+00:00
Iqbal Hamid 0 Reputation points
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I Authenticator

I am not able to use Authenticator so I’m locked out my school and work accounts

Microsoft 365 and Office | Subscription, account, billing | For business | Other
asked 2026-09-15T11:21:09.0466667+00:00
Christina Murray 0 Reputation points
edited the question 2026-09-16T10:40:02.8+00:00
Nam-D 3,980 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
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How to fix MAU issue help

I cannot activate Microsoft AutoUpdate, and am blocked for editing existing Word files. When I follow the instruction I get a pop up 'you can't open the application MAU because it may be damaged or incomplete. Please advise! thanks

Microsoft 365 and Office | Install, redeem, activate | For home | MacOS
asked 2026-09-16T10:04:07.56+00:00
Victoria 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-09-16T10:38:17.6866667+00:00
DaveM121 932.3K Reputation points Independent Advisor
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Practice exam for AB-620

Hello , Where can I find Ab-620 practice exam please ? And does it need a prerequisite exam ?

Community Center | Not monitored
asked 2026-09-14T17:49:00.5766667+00:00
Nadine Bashiti 0 Reputation points
commented 2026-09-16T10:37:58.8766667+00:00
Billie kaif 0 Reputation points
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Constant CPU and Memory spikes from windows processes

My computer has constant lag spikes since a few days ago. At first I thought it was hardware related as it lags even at startup, but I could not find the problem with diagnostic tools and temps seemed fine (46ºC) with HWmonitor. After registering a spike…

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Performance and system failures
asked 2026-09-01T11:59:10.33+00:00
Carles Chulia 5 Reputation points
edited a comment 2026-09-16T10:37:03.53+00:00
Carles Chulia 5 Reputation points
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MY ACCOUNT SUDDENLY GOT DELETED

so here's the story .. at the beginning, i want to open my minecraft but after i open the launcher and i see that my account was logged out so i try to log back in but it said the email was not registered and i checked my email and i see there's 2 email…

Outlook | Web | Outlook.com | Account management, security, and privacy
asked 2026-09-13T22:57:47.16+00:00
Danial 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-09-16T10:35:47.8+00:00
Alex-L 12,570 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
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MS Account Hack and Primary Email Changed?

My son's windows account has had the primary email changed, I have all of the emails of the guy doing it on the 12th September. And now I have tried every recovery method but I just get "Try entering your Microsoft account again. We don't recognize…

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Security and privacy
asked 2026-09-16T09:24:38.1566667+00:00
Craig Brandon 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-09-16T10:35:21.2666667+00:00
Ben4724 4,480 Reputation points Independent Advisor
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Page error in purchasing pl400

Hi, we will purchase PL400 but page isnt working. Please advise what we can do

Community Center | Not monitored
asked 2026-09-16T09:39:40.6+00:00
Febviel Mulleda Roldan 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-09-16T10:35:10.0533333+00:00
Julian Sharp 43,336 Reputation points
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DFSR keeps hitting a USN journal wrap loop

A branch office file server keeps dropping out of DFSR replication and logs Event ID 2202 (USN Journal Wrap). How to increase the USN journal size on the underlying storage volumes to stabilize DFSR replication ?

Windows for business | Windows 365 Enterprise
asked 2026-09-16T09:45:53.87+00:00
Pate Adiya 20 Reputation points
answered 2026-09-16T10:34:36.24+00:00
Jason Nguyen Tran 26,090 Reputation points Independent Advisor
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Help to create a usercontrol VB.NET

I am trying to create a "Group" user control—similar to a GroupBox—that features a title and a "Launcher" button next to the title, while allowing me to add any other desired controls to the main body of the group later on the form.…

Developer technologies | VB
Developer technologies | VB

An object-oriented programming language developed by Microsoft that can be used in .NET.

2,943 questions
asked 2026-09-15T14:56:30.37+00:00
Apostolos Doudakmanis 161 Reputation points
accepted 2026-09-16T10:33:45.39+00:00
Apostolos Doudakmanis 161 Reputation points
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stop payments and get refund

I cancel my 365 subscription in July 2026, but am still getting charged £19.73 every month. Please stop taking payments and refund the last 2 month's payments.

Microsoft 365 and Office | Other
asked 2026-09-16T09:58:17.42+00:00
Philip Williams 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-09-16T10:33:01.82+00:00
DaveM121 932.3K Reputation points Independent Advisor
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Microsoft Surface Slim Pen

Microsoft Surface Slim Pen Not working pleas help for replacement or please call back its Urgent

Surface | Accessories | Surface Pen
asked 2026-09-16T09:12:55.4166667+00:00
Paras Gada 0 Reputation points
edited an answer 2026-09-16T10:30:07.19+00:00
S.Sengupta 32,361 Reputation points MVP Volunteer Moderator
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microphone not working on headset,

microphone not working on headset, can hear people but they can't hear me

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Devices and drivers
asked 2026-09-16T09:53:57.97+00:00
Julie Smith 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-09-16T10:28:51.24+00:00
John Jefferson Doyon 87,635 Reputation points Independent Advisor
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Feature Request: "Paste Formulas Without External Links" option in Paste Special

Dear Excel Development Team, When copying cells containing formulas from one workbook to another, Excel automatically inserts the source workbook's name as an external link (e.g., =[Source.xlsx]Sheet1!A1). Currently, if the target workbook contains…

Microsoft 365 and Office | Excel | For business | Windows
asked 2026-09-16T08:50:22.58+00:00
Ferenc Zombori 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-09-16T10:23:26.12+00:00
riny 21,520 Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
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Transfer existing subscription to new account

I previously had an active Microsoft 365 subscription on a Microsoft account that was compromised. Microsoft investigated and informed me that access to that account would not be restored. The compromise was not caused by my actions, and I still have an…

Microsoft 365 and Office | Subscription, account, billing | For home | Windows
asked 2026-09-15T21:02:15.4966667+00:00
Vernon Hanwell 0 Reputation points
commented 2026-09-16T10:21:12.3733333+00:00
John Jefferson Doyon 87,635 Reputation points Independent Advisor
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BIS Document for microsoft surface laptop

I am planning to import a Microsoft Surface Laptop from the USA to India. The laptop will be awarded to me as a prize for winning a hackathon. It is not being purchased for resale or commercial purposes. However, Indian Customs has asked for a BIS…

Surface | Surface Laptop | Safety and security
asked 2026-09-16T06:45:59.2633333+00:00
Yogesh Murugan 0 Reputation points
commented 2026-09-16T10:18:47.5166667+00:00
Yogesh Murugan 0 Reputation points