Volume Activation is a crucial process for organizations that deploy Windows operating systems on a large number of computers. It allows for the centralized management and activation of Windows licenses, ensuring compliance and reducing the administrative overhead associated with individual license activation. This article will guide you through the process of activating Windows volume licenses using the Command Prompt (CMD), a powerful tool for system administrators.

Examples:

1. Checking the Current License Status: To check the current activation status of your Windows system, open CMD with administrative privileges and run the following command:

   slmgr /dlv

   This command will display detailed license information, including the activation status, license type, and expiration date.

2. Installing a Volume License Key: If you have a new volume license key that you need to install, you can use the following command:

   slmgr /ipk <Your-Volume-License-Key>

   Replace <Your-Volume-License-Key> with your actual product key. This command installs the specified product key on the system.

3. Activating the Volume License: After installing the volume license key, you need to activate it. Use the following command to activate the license:

   slmgr /ato

   This command forces Windows to attempt activation using the installed product key.

4. Configuring the Key Management Service (KMS) Server: If your organization uses a KMS server for activation, you need to configure your system to use it. Use the following command to set the KMS server address:

   slmgr /skms <KMS-Server-Address>

   Replace <KMS-Server-Address> with the address of your KMS server. After setting the KMS server, activate the license using the slmgr /ato command as shown above.

5. Removing a Product Key: If you need to remove a product key from a system, use the following command:

   slmgr /upk

   This command uninstalls the current product key from the system.

6. Rearming Windows Activation: If you need to extend the activation grace period, you can rearm the activation timer using the following command:

   slmgr /rearm

   This command resets the activation timer, giving you additional time to activate the system.