Windows Server 2003

[Former Member]

Hi

   If we change Windows Server 2003  from Workgroup to Domain do we need to install Sap again on the Server . Secondly after changing to Domain Server do we need to re-apply for Licence .

Thanks

[KennedyT21 · Accepted solution]

Yes you required to apply foe ne licensr

[KennedyT21]

The following actions will change the Hardware Key:

1. Formatting the machine and reinstalling Windows.

2. When changing the computer name.

3. When changing the domain (it will not change back when returning to the previous domain).

Check with the Note

793649  - When does the Hardware Key change?

Symptom

What affects the Hardware Key?

Cause

FAQ.

Solution

The following actions will change the Hardware Key:

1. Formatting the machine and reinstalling Windows.

2. When changing the computer name.

3. When changing the domain (it will not change back when returning to the previous domain).

For a full reference which changes affect the hardware key please refer  to http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/bb457054.aspx#EDAA

SAP Business One uses the hardware key generated by the operating system

The following actions will NOT change the Hardware Key:

When adding a login user for the computer.

When changing date/time on the computer.

Hope Helpful

Regards

Kennedy

[kothandaraman_nagarajan]

Hi Sunny Brar,

Yes. You need to  apply for new license.

Thanks & Regards,

Nagarajan