how to find out my active KMS server (2024)

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Friday, February 3, 2017 5:28 PM

Dear expert

I have 3 KMS server listed in DNS record, but I don't know which one is one use. I know one is setup by ex engineer and my self setup 2, but for some reason, I believe only one is working.

I am quite new to this KMS, I setup the kms the moment I need active cooperate company windows 10. It was confused for me and I forgot how make it working and till now windows 10 activation through KMS is working, but I don't know which server doing the job. another KMS server is activing office 2010, which is setup by earlier engineer.

Some of website told that only certain OS support installing KMS service. now I need clean the system and want to find out which service is in use.

I am thinking if there is a way we can check from client, which KMS active it used active windows 10 and office 2010.

Thanks in advanced

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Monday, February 6, 2017 6:52 AM

Hi,

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Here you go:

https://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/ee939272.aspx#EFAA

On the client machine, from an elevated command prompt, type SLMGR.vbs /dlv. This will give you verbose output of the Software Licensing service. Refer to the "KMS machine name from DNS:" field for the FQDN of the KMS host.

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Ethan Hua

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Monday, February 6, 2017 8:00 PM

you may also find these articles useful

http://www.rivnet.ro/2013/02/how-to-remove-a-kms-server-from-your-infrastructure.html

https://blogs.technet.microsoft.com/odsupport/2011/11/14/how-to-discover-office-and-windows-kms-hosts-via-dns-and-remove-unauthorized-instances/

Don [doesn't work for MSFT, and they're probably glad about that ;]

how to find out my active KMS server (2024)

FAQs

How to find out my active KMS server? ›

Use Command-Line Tools, Open a Command Prompt window with administrative privileges. Run the command slmgr /dlv (for Windows) or ospp. vbs /dstatus (for Office). This command will show special licensing facts, which includes the KMS server in case your gadget is activated the usage of KMS.

What is the default KMS server? ›

By default, a KMS host is configured to use TCP on port 1688.

How do clients find KMS server? ›

The KMS clients find the KMS host via a DNS SRV record (_vlmcs. _tcp) and then automatically attempt to discover and use this service to activate themselves. When in the 30 day Out of Box grace period, they will try to activate every 2 hours.

How do I activate my KMS server license? ›

Activate a Windows Operating System (All Supported Versions)
  1. Open an Elevated Command Prompt window. ...
  2. In the elevated Command Prompt window, verify that the current directory is C:\Windows\System32. ...
  3. Type the following command: cscript slmgr. ...
  4. Type the following command: cscript slmgr. ...
  5. Close the Command Prompt window.

How to find the KMS host key? ›

To get the KMS key, sign in to the Volume Licensing Service Center (VLSC) and download the KMS key for each product and version of Office that you want KMS to activate.

How do I find my KMS server address? ›

Use Command-Line Tools, Open a Command Prompt window with administrative privileges. Run the command slmgr /dlv (for Windows) or ospp. vbs /dstatus (for Office). This command will show special licensing facts, which includes the KMS server in case your gadget is activated the usage of KMS.

How long does KMS activation last? ›

According to the Microsoft article: Understanding KMS, in the KMS Activation Renewal section, it states that "KMS activations are valid for 180 days—the activation validity interval. To remain activated, KMS client computers must renew their activation by connecting to the KMS host at least once every 180 days.".

How do I check my KMS connection? ›

Verify the machine can connect to KMS

Open the Command Prompt via "Run As Administrator". Right-click on Command Prompt in the start menu to bring up the option. Verify that the machine can connect to the SRV DNS record of the KMS host by running the following command: nslookup -type=srv _vlmcs._tcp.northwestern.edu.

Is KMS activation permanent? ›

Systems are activated by obtaining a lease; they are not permanently activated. The lease must be renewed periodically. Systems will automatically renew the lease every 7 days by contacting the KMS. Systems without a valid lease will contact the KMS more frequently (every 2 hours).

Is KMS still used? ›

KMS is still widely used, and activation methods are all a matter of use case.

How do I manually activate KMS? ›

To activate KMS on a client version of Windows, follow these steps:
  1. Open an elevated Command Prompt window.
  2. In the elevated Command Prompt window, run the following command to install the KMS key: cscript.exe slmgr.vbs /ipk <KMS_Key>
Mar 29, 2024

How do I enable KMS? ›

Enabling and disabling KMS keys (console)

In the navigation pane, choose Customer managed keys. Choose the check box for the KMS keys that you want to enable or disable. To enable a KMS key, choose Key actions, Enable. To disable a KMS key, choose Key actions, Disable.

How to check KMS license count? ›

Just go into the Products and Keys section, and locate the specific product you want. click on Key to expand your keys, and it will show you all your MAK and KMS keys. the Activations or Seats column then shows you your total activations available, and how many have been used, for each key.

Where can I find KMS key? ›

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  • Log in to the Microsoft Volume Licensing Service Center (VLSC) website: https://www.microsoft.com/licensing/servicecenter.
  • Click the License tab and select your license.
  • Click the Keys tab, and then look for the KMS key.
  • If you cannot find your KMS key in the VLSC, contact your MS reseller.
Aug 25, 2023

How do I recover my KMS key? ›

You can re-enable a disabled KMS key and cancel the scheduled deletion of a KMS key, but you cannot recover a deleted KMS key. You can only schedule the deletion of a customer managed key. You cannot delete AWS managed keys or AWS owned keys.

What is a KMS license key? ›

Key Management Service (KMS) allows organizations to activate systems within their own network. Multiple Activation Key (MAK) activates systems on a one-time basis, using Microsoft hosted activation services.

What is the default KMS policy in AWS? ›

The default key policy that the console creates for KMS keys allows you to choose IAM users and IAM roles in the account, and external AWS accounts, and make them key users. The console adds two policy statements to the key policy for key users.

What is the default port for Windows KMS server? ›

By default, the clients use the 1688 TCP port to connect to the KMS host.

Is KMS server legal? ›

Activation servers (KMS) through an organization or educational institution is legal, and should be used for those intents and purposes.

What is the KMS server feature? ›

AWS KMS provides you with centralized control over the lifecycle and permissions of your keys. You can create new keys whenever you want, and you can control who can manage keys separately from who can use them.

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