Error 0x8007232A: DNS Server Error
This error occurs in: Windows Server.
Cause
The KMS host encountered a DNS error while attempting to register SRV records. The DNS server may be unavailable or misconfigured.
Symptoms
- During activation, the message appears: "DNS server failure"
- Error code:
0x8007232A - English version: "DNS server failure"
Step-by-Step Solution
Check if the DNS server is running and available. Verify the DNS configuration on the KMS server. Run nslookup to test name resolution.
Solution for Windows Server
- Open PowerShell as administrator
- Enter the key:
slmgr /ipk XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX
- Activate:
slmgr /ato
- Check status:
slmgr /xpr
Verification
After performing the steps, check if the activation was successful:
- Windows: Settings → System → Activation → should be "Windows is activated"
- Or:
slmgr /xprin the command line
Still Not Working?
If the above steps did not help:
- Check date and time — they must be correct (incorrect date can block activation)
- Temporarily disable antivirus and try again
- Check internet connection — online activation requires a connection to Microsoft servers
- Contact us:
- E-mail: [email protected]
- Phone: 00 800 121 1654 (toll-free)
- Help Center: pomoc.kluczesoft.pl