Create a file named configuration.xml in your C:\Office2019 folder with the following structure to ensure it installs the Volume edition properly:
Once completed, the window will automatically close, and a notification will confirm that the installation succeeded. Step 5: Activation via Volume Licensing (KMS / MAK)
Once your XML file is saved, you need to download the actual installation files. Open as an Administrator and navigate to your ODT folder.
: Optional tags used to block specific applications (like Skype for Business or OneDrive) from installing.
Once the download is complete, you can initiate the physical installation on the host machine using the local files.
This guide covers downloading the VL media from the Microsoft Volume Licensing Service Center (VLSC) and performing a silent installation using the Office Deployment Tool (ODT).
Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2019 remains a cornerstone of productivity for many enterprises and organizations requiring a robust, desktop-based suite without the monthly commitment of a Microsoft 365 subscription. For IT administrators and enterprise users, the edition is the preferred choice, allowing for streamlined deployment across multiple machines.
Volume Licensing (VL) provides multiple-activation keys (MAK) or Key Management Service (KMS) for organizations, centralized deployment tools, and licensing management. Retail/product-key packs are for single-user retail installs and differ in activation and distribution.
Below is the standard, authoritative XML template required for a 64-bit installation of Office Professional Plus 2019 Volume License using a MAK key:
Download the official Office Deployment Tool (ODT) from the Microsoft Download Center.
This command displays the installed product edition, last five characters of the product key, and activation status.
This guide provides a comprehensive walkthrough of everything you need to know about obtaining, deploying, and activating Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2019 (Volume License).
Are you planning to activate using or a KMS host server ?
: Windows 10, Windows 11, or Windows Server 2019/2022. It will run on Windows 7 or 8.1.
Internet connection for downloading the installation files, or local network share if deploying offline. Step 1: Download the Office Deployment Tool (ODT)
This error typically indicates a mismatch between the installer architecture and your Windows version. For example, running a 64‑bit installer on a 32‑bit Windows system. Always match the architecture of the Office installer to your operating system.
