Windows Server 2012, Windows 8, Product Key and Activate

Description

The "Change product key" link is not visible in Windows Server 2012 or Windows Server 2008 and the license is not activated.


Solution

Enter a Product Key and Activate Windows.

1)  All Apps, Run, slui.exe 0x3, click OK

2)  Type Product Key, click Activate


Reference

Microsoft Support (2013).  "Change product key" link is not available in Windows 8 or in Windows Server 2012.  Retrieved August 17, 2013 from http://support.microsoft.com/kb/2750773

TechNet (2013).  Slmgr.vbs Options.  Retrieved August 17, 2013 from http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/ff793433.aspx

Issue: Windows Server 2012, JavaScript Blocked on Internet Explorer

Description

On a Windows Server 2012 system, JavaScript is being blocked in Internet Explorer.

Solution

1. Open Server Manager.


2.  Click "Local Server"

3.  In the Properties section, locate "IE Enhanced Security Configuration."  It is currently set to "On."  Click "On" to open a dialog window.

4.  Change the "Internet Explorer Enhanced Security Configuration" settings to Off as needed.  Click OK and close Server Manager.