: Devices must connect to the local KMS host at least once every 180 days to remain activated.
You have legal options that cost nothing or very little.
"It works for Windows Server 2022 full edition." Truth: No cracker group has fully emulated Windows Server 2022’s activation with SPP (Software Protection Platform) v10. Most "full" versions simply patch the SKU to act like a 2019 or 2016 server – causing stability issues.
You can install this role via Server Manager or by using PowerShell: powershell