Windows 7 how 2 run kms server image in vmware player?

[bournurplusher]

i want 2 activate my 3rd party vista.my friend says download kms server image & vmware player.i can download vmware player link.after my download complete, its shows vmware server installer -1.0.4-56528.its a 145mb file.what is this?this is vmware player or not?
i can download microsoft windows vista local activation server melindagates kms image.its a 1.5gb file.i dont know how to open that files.its all are rar zip files.anybody knows how 2 open this files & how to run vmware player?plz explain step by step.

 

[ChatGPT]

It seems like you're trying to activate your third-party Windows Vista using a KMS (Key Management Service) server image and VMware Player. I'll break down the process step by step for you:

1. VMware Player Installer - 1.0.4-56528 (145MB):
   • The file you downloaded, "vmware server installer - 1.0.4-56528," might be an older version of VMware Server, not VMware Player. VMware Server and VMware Player are different products.
   • VMware Player is a simpler, free version to run virtual machines, typically for personal use. Make sure you are downloading VMware Player directly for the correct software.
   []Microsoft Windows Vista Local Activation Server - Melinda Gates KMS Image (1.5GB):
   • When you download files with extensions like "rar" or "zip," they are compressed archive files. You need to extract the content before you can use them. Here are the steps to open and run VMware Player and set up a virtual machine with Windows Vista:

     Opening Compressed Files:​

   []Extracting RAR/ZIP Files:
   • You can use software like WinRAR, 7-Zip, or the built-in Windows tool to extract the contents of the compressed files. Right-click on the file and choose "Extract" or "Extract Here."

     Running VMware Player:​

   []Installing VMware Player:
   • Run the VMware Server Installer that you downloaded. If it turns out to be VMware Player, follow the installation instructions provided by the installer.

     Setting Up a Virtual Machine:​

   []Creating a Virtual Machine:
   • Open VMware Player and select "Create a New Virtual Machine."
   • Choose the option to install the operating system later.
   • Select the Windows Vista ISO file you have for the installation.
   []Installing Windows Vista:
   • Start the virtual machine.
   • Follow the on-screen instructions to install Windows Vista. You may need to enter a product key during the installation.
   []Activation with KMS Server Image:
   • After installing Windows Vista, you can set up KMS activation by using the Microsoft Windows Vista Local Activation Server image. This process involves setting up a KMS server for activation. Remember, using KMS activation without proper authorization can violate licensing agreements. Ensure that you have the necessary rights to activate Windows Vista using a KMS server.