This article provides a guide to preventing Windows Server Evaluation Edition hourly shutdown. Using the steps outlined in this guide you can prevent your Windows Server Evaluation Edition from shutting off every hour, which typically occurs because the evaluation period has expired.
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Microsoft provides evaluation editions of Windows Server to allow IT professionals to test and evaluate the features of the server before making a purchase. Once the evaluation period expires, the server may begin to shut down every hour as a reminder to obtain a proper license.
Here’s a detailed guide on how to handle this situation and prevent hourly shutdowns by transitioning from an evaluation version to a fully licensed version:
First, check the status of your evaluation period to confirm that it has indeed expired:
slmgr.vbs /dli
slmgr -rearm
If your evaluation period is expired or about to expire, you are able to purchase a valid license to continue using the server without interruptions:
Once you have a valid license key, you can convert your evaluation version to a full retail version:
slmgr.vbs /ipk XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX
XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX
with your actual product key.slmgr.vbs /ato
To ensure that your server is now using a full license:
slmgr.vbs /dli
After converting and activating your server:
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By following these steps, you can seamlessly transition from an evaluation version of Windows Server to a fully licensed version, thus preventing the server from shutting down every hour and ensuring continuous, stable operation.
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