The followings are examples of downgrade/down edition rights. On the Windows Server using Dell OEM license, the earlier version and lower edition than those purchased using downgrade and down edition rights defined by Microsoft can be used.

Tower Servers (Rear panel or top-back side) The followings are examples of where the COA label is attached. In case the label is damaged, take a picture of the COA label, prepare a clear image file of it and contact Dell technical support. As the COA label is not reissued and other certificates that show a product key are not issued, scratch the label carefully and keep it from being damaged. Since Windows Server 2012, the product key part is covered with a scratch, so customer needs to scratch it with coins. The product key required for license activation is described on the COA label, use this product key to activate the license whether you use this license on a host OS or as a virtual machine on a hypervisor. If you purchased the server with the license, the following certificate called COA (Certificate of Authenticity) label is attached directly to the server chassis and shipped. In addition to be available as a host OS, the Dell OEM license for Windows Server can also be available as a virtual machine on a hypervisor, however, it should be used in a server chassis with OEM license attached.

When you purchase a server from Dell, selecting various Windows Server as an operating system or second OS and purchasing it at the same time will attach the Dell OEM license for Windows Server to the Server chassis. OEM licenses are generally sold bundled with hardware, have limitations that can only be used on the specific hardware. This article provides the information about Dell OEM licenses for Windows Server.

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