About this tag
The autounattend.xml setup tag covers discussions about using an answer file to automate Windows installation, particularly with Windows 11. Topics include activation issues that arise when a customized autounattend.xml is used with a local account, as seen in a case where a clean install activated normally but the automated setup triggered error 0xC004C003. The tag focuses on troubleshooting deployment scenarios where the answer file affects activation or configuration outcomes.
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    Win 11 OEM Activation problems on Laptop w/ Win 10 S Mode

    I purchased an HP laptop model 15-dw3033dx from Best Buy a few years ago. These had Windows 10 in S-Mode preinstalled. First thing I did after OOBE and initial activation was to go to the Windows Store and switch the laptop out of S-Mode, then I did a clean install of Windows 10 Home. I run...