To run the rearm command correctly, you must use the Command Prompt with Administrative privileges. : Press the Windows Key and type cmd .

: You should see a message stating "Microsoft Office rearm successful." Important Limitations

: You can usually only use this command 5 times . After that, the "Rearm" function is locked.

C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft Office\Office16 How to Use Ospprearm.exe for Office 2016

: Used by IT admins to prep "Golden Images" for multiple computers.

Many websites offer "Ospprearm.exe Office 2016 Download" links. These are almost always . Since the file is already included in your Office installation, any external download is likely a virus or a trojan horse designed to steal your data. Always use the file located in your official Microsoft Office folder.

: This is a reset tool, not a way to get Office for free forever. You will eventually need a valid Product Key.

Because it is a built-in system tool, it is already on your hard drive if Office 2016 is installed. You can find it in the following default directory: