Windows Server 2022 Activation OK but then failed a few days later

Question

I purchased a computer with an OEM version of Windows Server 2022 Datacenter. The Windows Server 2022 came sealed with a Product Key and with a DVD. I didn't want to use the DVD, and I downloaded an Evaluation ISO copy of the Windows Server 2022. I then used the Dism command to activate the evaluation copy to a full datacenter version using the Product Key. The key worked without problem at the time, and the version was upgraded/activated. A few days later, on the right lower corner of the screen, it showed that Windows require activation. When I go to the Activation page under Setting, it say that I don't have a valid digital license or product key. I tried re-installing with the DVD, but the same activation error occurs. What can I do to fix this? How do I contact Microsoft?

Answer 1

Hello

It seems you're encountering a common issue with Windows Server 2022 Datacenter activation. Here are a few steps you can take to resolve this:

1.Check for Known Issues: There have been reports of a glitch in the license activation sequence for Windows Server 2022 Datacenter. Microsoft is aware of this and a solution is expected in an upcoming monthly update.

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2.Activation Troubleshooting:

Ensure your server's date and time are correct.

Confirm that your server has internet connectivity and can communicate with Microsoft activation servers.

Try activating your server using the telephone activation method. You can find the phone number for your region by running slui.exe 4 in an elevated command prompt.

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3.Contact Microsoft Support: If the above steps do not resolve the issue, you should contact Microsoft Support directly for assistance.

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While a Datacenter license provides for unlimited hosting of VMs, it does not provide unlimited activations of the host product key. For unlimited hosting, you should install a Datacenter host and use Automatic Virtual Machine Activation (AVMA) activations.