If your desktop says "Evaluation," you cannot simply enter a key. You must use the DISM command shown below. 2. Activation via Command Prompt (Recommended)
Build 9600 refers to the version of Windows Server 2012 R2. While it is an older OS, it still requires a valid 25-character product key that matches its specific edition: Standard . Common Activation Methods If your desktop says "Evaluation," you cannot simply
To install the key, type the following command and press Enter: slmgr.vbs /ipk XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX To activate the server, type: slmgr.vbs /ato To verify activation, type: slmgr.vbs /dlv 4. Converting Evaluation to Standard Edition If your desktop says "Evaluation