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Revert back to windows 10 from windows server 2019 essentials

I purchased a new computer that came with Windows 10 Home. I was advised that I needed Windows Server 2019 Essentials, but after installation (the 180 day trial evaluation copy) I have discovered that RDC does not do what I wanted it to do. Can I remove Windows Server 2019 and/or install Windows 10 Pro instead?

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Hi @DrPeter-6750,

Yes you can simply uninstall your Windows Server 2019 Essentials and install Windows 10 Pro on top of it again.


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Leon

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How do I uninstall Windows Server 2019?

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Simply create a bootable USB/DVD for your Windows 10, boot up your computer with this bootable USB/DVD, then you will be able to select during the installation of Windows 10 if you want to delete/format your existing partitions which you should do.

Simply reinstall Windows 10 on top and your OEM product key should be auto-applied.

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jiayaozhu-MSFT answered

Hi,

Thanks for posting on our forum!

I have answered your issue on another case you posted on our forum, go to:
https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/answers/questions/459364/how-to-uninstall-windows-server-2019-trial-edition.html?childToView=460735#answer-460735

Besides, if you run command DISM /online /Get-TargetEditions on PowerShell, you will be able to get the editions that you can convert to:
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Basically, Windows Server 2019 Essentials can be only converted to Windows Server standard or server datacenter. That's why we all suggest you to un-install windows server 2019 essentials and reinstall windows 10.

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