The evaluation period starts the moment the software is installed . : Exactly 60 days .
VMware vCenter Server is the centralized management hub for the vSphere platform . While individual ESXi hosts can run virtual machines (VMs) on their own, vCenter is required to unlock advanced capabilities such as: Vcenter Server Trial
: Managing patches and updates across all hosts through a single interface . Trial Period Mechanics The evaluation period starts the moment the software
: Dynamically balancing workloads across a cluster of hosts to optimize performance . While individual ESXi hosts can run virtual machines
: Once the 60 days pass, vCenter will remain accessible, but you will lose the ability to manage hosts or perform advanced tasks like vMotion until a valid license key is applied .
: Includes all features of the highest license tier (Enterprise Plus) .
: There is no official "renew trial" button. Restarting an evaluation typically requires a fresh reinstallation of the vCenter Server Appliance (VCSA) . Installation and Deployment