Does Windows Vista/7 Enterprise Edition require activation?
Yes. The edition of Vista/7 distributed via the University Software Portal to faculty and staff for university equipment will be configured to activate. There are two activation scenarios: For university-owned computers always connected to the Rutgers Network The computer will check in to a Rutgers activation server on a weekly basis. The product will remain activated provided it is able to re-establish this communication at least once every few months. If it cannot, Vista will enter a reduced functionality mode. For university-owned computers kept off-campus In order to comply with the terms of the Campus Agreement, the Office of Information Technology is developing an application to activate off-campus Vista installations. Users requesting this activation type may be required to submit a questionnairre for confirmation purposes. The application will require an activate Internet connection during the activation process only and will not require Internet connectivity once activated.
