Definition of Terms
Note: for a complete list of the definition of terms see the VMware Support and Subscription Terms of Conditions.
How to activate Windows XP that is OEM version after Physical to Virtual migration? Used the VMWare p2v tool to migrate to VM. I can't imagine that I am the first person to ever virtualize an OEM copy of windows, so there should be a solution? But now Windows insists on activation. I tried one of the XP keys I have laying around.
Partner Activation Code (PAC): A printed code delivered from your OEM reseller that entitles you to VMware licenses. Use this PAC to generate licenses for your VMware products.
Serial Number: A license code embedded within ESXi that enables single server partitioning.
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VMware ESXi: A version of VMware's market leading hypervisor that can be embedded in server hardware. It can be licensed several ways:
- Serial number that enables single server partitioning
- Host-based license file that resides locally on the server
- Served license centrally managed by a License Server
Please see the Licensing chapter in the Administration Guide for more details.
A Super User is the user who has been given privileges to manage entitlements and users on behalf of a specific account.
A Procurement Contact is primary contact for the account, on behalf of the customer organization, for ordering, renewing, and quoting transactions. 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.
Upgrade: The purchase of additional functionality for a VMware License Key. This will require the exchange and replacement of the old (base) License Keys.
OEM Redemption Portal: A VMware portal that allows you to redeem the Partner Activation Codes you purchased from a VMware OEM. Redemption of Partner Activation Codes results in delivery of your License Keys.