Troubleshooting "Pending Activation" in Deep Freeze If you have just installed or updated Faronics Deep Freeze and see a status, you aren't alone. This status typically means your workstation has registered with the management console but hasn't yet successfully handshake with the Faronics Activation Server to validate its license. Why Does It Say "Pending Activation"?

To avoid the "Pending Activation" loop in future deployments, implement these administrative best practices:

Understanding the root cause is essential for a fix. Here are the most common triggers for the "pending activation new" status in a typical IT environment.

If you see a long-term pending status on a public kiosk or school lab, immediately take the machine offline. Uninstall Deep Freeze using the DFW.exe /Uninstall password prompt, clean the drive, and redeploy.

Significant hardware changes (e.g., motherboard replacement) can disrupt the activation, as the license is locked to specific hardware signatures 1.2.1. 4. Overloaded Activation Server

Sometimes, the initial activation request times out. You can manually re-trigger the request through the Deep Freeze Enterprise Console: Open your .