Hi, I was trying to activate Windows 7 and had the error 0x80072ee2 which is a time out conection to internet error. So I sniffed the connection and found out the there is no packet going out, no server to conect to, nothing. I used wireshark as a packet tracer. My internet is working properly. What could be wrong? TIA for you help. Luis Hernandez

If you are having problems activating via the internet connection you can select the option to activate over the phone and call the tollfree number given for your location. You might call your ISP and ask them to check you connection.

Hi, Error code 0x80072EE2 is generated from a status output of “ERROR_INTERNET_TIMEOUT - The request has timed out”. To resolve it, you may need to active it through phone using a MAK key. You can type SLUI 04 to trigger the phone activation process. How do I get a MAK? You can obtain Multiple Activation Keys (MAKs) similarly to how you obtain other Volume License keys: · Go to the Product Keys section of the Volume Licensing Service Center (VLSC). MAKs are not pre-assigned; you must request a MAK if you need one to activate Windows Vista or Windows Server 2008. o Go to the Request MAK Keys page o Locate the product(s) for which you need a MAK key, and then select the corresponding check box for the product(s) o Click Request MAK Key button o The new MAK(s) will be displayed and will appear on the Existing Keys page the next time you log on to the VLSC. · Contact your Microsoft Activation Center. Best Regards Dale

Thank you