Cannot Install Valid UNUSED OEM License on Server 2016 for Test Lab

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ChrisKudulis

I am building a VMware test lab using multiple versions of Windows clients and servers. The lab will need to be up for longer than 180 days. I bought some Server 2016 DVDs with authentic Licenses (Microsoft scratch off license stickers) from a reputable seller, but the licenses generate an error when I try to configure them on the VMs.When using SLMGR.VBD /IPK <VALID KEY> from an elevated CMD prompt I get:Error: 0x0C004F050. The Software Licensing Service reported that the product key is invalid.When using the GUI "Activate Windows" I get the following error:The product key you entere

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