Guaranteed stability, no leftover evaluation artifacts, clean registry. Cons: Requires full data backup and application reinstallation.
slmgr /ipk NPPR9-FWDCX-D2C8J-H872K-2YT43 Note: This is the Generic Volume License Key (GVLK) for Windows 11 Enterprise. It does not activate Windows; it just changes the edition type.
Run the following command to switch from Evaluation to Enterprise (Volume): windows 11 enterprise evaluation to full
Microsoft’s Windows 11 Enterprise Evaluation edition is a powerful tool for IT professionals. It offers a complete, unrestricted 90-day window to test application compatibility, Group Policy behaviors, and security features like Credential Guard and Hypervisor-Protected Code Integrity (HVCI) without purchasing a license upfront.
Once you install the Evaluation version, it is permanently locked as an evaluation build. After 90 days, the system will begin shutting down every hour, and you will lose access to critical updates and support. Converting it to a full version requires a specific, non-destructive process—or a clean reinstall. It does not activate Windows; it just changes
winver The branding should now say Windows 11 Enterprise (without "Evaluation").
Introduction: The 90-Day Clock
This article covers everything you need to know: the limitations, the official conversion path, licensing implications, and how to avoid data loss. Before attempting any conversion, it is critical to understand what the Evaluation edition is—and is not.