we have a physical 2019 SQL standard installed(evaluation version) while securing licenses. We are needing to install 8 core licenses, but they do not have keys, how do i set SQL so that in 180 days it does not shut down?

You run the "Edition Upgrade" and enter your key when prompted. Please see: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/sql/database-engine/install-windows/upgrade-to-a-different-edition-of-sql-server-setup?view=sql-server-ver15

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Tom Phillips 17,716 Reputation points

2021-02-11T17:19:30.78+00:00

You run the "Edition Upgrade" and enter your key when prompted.

Please see:
https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/sql/database-engine/install-windows/upgrade-to-a-different-edition-of-sql-server-setup?view=sql-server-ver15
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ChrisG 21 Reputation points

2021-02-11T17:51:48.053+00:00

i am aware of the process to change license Key in SQL, the issue is that the 2019 SQL Core License does not use product keys?

SQL Server 2019 Standard Edition - Per CoreProduct Keys - This product does not require a product key.

Tom Phillips 17,716 Reputation points

2021-02-11T18:11:50.867+00:00

The key is embedded in the installation media. You must run the setup from SQL Server 2019 Standard Edition and select edition upgrade.

https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/sql/database-engine/install-windows/supported-version-and-edition-upgrades-version-15?view=sql-server-ver15#-edition-upgrade
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