

Once you have the key, load up the web interface and enter your login credentials. Once you login, click on the License & Download tab to view the key. You will need to register with VMware in order to view the license key, but if you already downloaded ESXi, then you should already have an account setup. If you’re downloading the free version of ESXi, you can get the license key by visiting the evaluation page for ESXi.

Otherwise, you’ll only be using the trial version, which lasts for 60 days. Redemption of Partner Activation Codes results in delivery of your License Keys.Once you have installed VMware ESXi onto a server, you’ll need to add your license key via the web interface. OEM Redemption Portal: A VMware portal that allows you to redeem the Partner Activation Codes you purchased from a VMware OEM. This will require the exchange and replacement of the old (base) License Keys. Upgrade: The purchase of additional functionality for a VMware License Key. Although their primary responsibilities can be procurement tasks, the Procurement Contact will also be able to manage entitlements and users on behalf of a specific account. Please see the Licensing chapter in the Administration Guide for more details.Ī Super User is the user who has been given privileges to manage entitlements and users on behalf of a specific account.Ī Procurement Contact is primary contact for the account, on behalf of the customer organization, for ordering, renewing, and quoting transactions.

Serial Number: A license code embedded within ESXi that enables single server partitioning. Use this PAC to generate licenses for your VMware products. Partner Activation Code (PAC): A printed code delivered from your OEM reseller that entitles you to VMware licenses. Note: for a complete list of the definition of terms see the VMware Support and Subscription Terms of Conditions.
