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Unable to Install Windows Server 2022 standard Edition
Hi Team ,
i'm trying to install the iso of windows server 2022 downloaded from microsoft web site. but i'm receiving an error message at the beginning of the installation.
the error message is saying : " windows cannot find the Microsoft Software License Terms. Make sure the installation source is valid " .
i kindly request your help on how i can resolve this issue
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Verify the ISO file : Run this command in PowerShell Get-FileHash .\SERVER_EVAL_x64FRE_en-us.iso -Algorithm SHA256
Compare the result with the checksum from Microsoft’s official site.
If they don’t match, re-download the ISO.
Recreate your installation media
Use Rufus or the Windows USB/DVD Download Tool.
Settings:
Partition scheme: GPT
Target system: UEFI (non-CSM)
File system: NTFS
Avoid multi-boot tools — they can damage the setup structure.
If installing in a virtual machine
Mount the ISO directly to the virtual DVD drive (don’t extract the files).
Use the correct edition
Make sure you’re using the right ISO for your edition:
SERVER_STD_x64FRE_en-us.iso for Standard
SERVER_DATACENTER_x64FRE_en-us.iso for Datacenter
If the issue persists
Download a fresh copy of the ISO from the official Microsoft source:
Microsoft Evaluation Center Microsoft Licensing Service Centter
