To check the license status on the Windows server core
slmgr.vbs
slmgr.vbs /dlv
When install the evaluation copy first , it only give us 10 days period. We need to active the windows. Once it is active, we can use for 180 days.
-- Active the license
slmgr.vbs /ato
-- Check the current license expiration day
slmgr.vbs /xpr
Extend the evaluation period
slmgr.vbs /rearm
Reference
- How to extend the Windows Server 2008 evaluation period http://support.microsoft.com/kb/948472
- Activating Server Core http://blogs.dirteam.com/blogs/sanderberkouwer/archive/2008/04/01/activating-server-core.aspx
. When the time comes to set up KMS activation of the new OS however, those IT staff using Microsoft's OPEN Licensing may find that something is missing... kms activator
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