The problem was originally caused by Stardocks server being down. The problem was resolved on the 21st February. I had to re-register my Start8 installation, but I have not had any problems since. Are you sure your issue is due to the problem discussed above? If so you waited a longer than most to fix it.
Working again. Thanks for the quick fix!
Update: I just went back to the Desktop and the trial version has activated.
The Start8 installation on my Windows 8.1 PC has worked well for over a year. Now I am being asked to reactivate the installation. Entering the activation code does not work. Signing up for the 30 day evaluation also fails. It appears that the activation server is down. the only thing I have done is reboot the laptop and installed a iTunes update. Sorry to complain, but I don't need this on a Saturday morning when I have work to do. If anyone from Stardock is monitoring the forums
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