In this article, I will address the issue of “connection to KMS server failed”. In this article, I will tell you how you can solve this issue by the means of troubleshooting.
It looks like many people are having trouble activating programs after reading my activation blogs. They are getting an error message that says:
The connection to my KMS server failed! Trying to connect to another one… Please wait…
Sorry! Your version is not supported.
This error is annoying a lot of people and they are frustrated as they are unable to activate their program. Therefore, let me tell you what is causing this error and is there a way to solve it. Now, what actually happens is that a lot of people think that this error is related to the renewal of KMS License, however, it is completely wrong. These are two different errors
KMS Server Error Cause and Their Solution
Basically, there are two main causes of this issue.
1. The Cause of Client
First of all, it is important to make sure that you have the latest versions of my scripts. You can find them at the link provided. Many users have faced problems with older versions, therefore you will have a smoother activation process with the newest ones.
Before running the batch files, check that Windows Update is on and your internet connection is stable. These may be small factors but still, they can affect activation, so it is important to confirm them first
To see if the KMS servers are accessible and not blocked, try opening this URL in your browser: http://kms8.msguides.com/. If the page loads without any issues, it means the server is accessible, and you can proceed with activation. This step is very crucial as it ensures there are no connectivity problems that might interfere with activation.
Don’t forget, you have to run the command prompt or batch file as an administrator.
If you don’t run the command prompt or batch file as an administrator, the UAC system will block the connection.
2. The Cause of The Server
I’ve recently made some changes to the KMS7 server to run some experiments. Firstly, I’ve switched the default KMS port (1688) to another port temporarily for testing purposes. Additionally, I’ve upgraded the CPU and RAM memory on the KMS server to make it work better.
With more users accessing the server every day, it is possible that the server might slow down or get overloaded during busy times. To keep you informed about how the server is doing, you can check its status anytime by going to this URL: http://status.msguides.com. This website provides you real-time updates about the server and what it is doing and also let you know if there is any kind of issues or downtime.
Conclusion
You now know the two main reasons for the error “Connection to KMS Server Failed”. The precaution or you can say the solution to this problem is available as well. Now, remember to follow them whenever activating any KMS Microsoft Product. If any mistake is made the activation will not proceed therefore it would be a waste of your time. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to leave a comment. I’m here to help and provide more details if needed. Thanks a lot for all your feedback and support!