The NetApp License File Generator is the official portal (found at support.netapp.com/license/generate ) where registered users convert their purchased license keys (a.k.a. "serial numbers" for features) into an actual .txt or .nfk license file.
Once you have the .json file, use one of the following methods to install it on your cluster: Log in to the Cluster System Manager . Navigate to Cluster > Settings . In the Licenses panel, click the arrow or "Add" button. Select Browse and upload the NLF you downloaded. Method B: ONTAP CLI netapp license file generator install
You installed a 30-day demo license generated 60 days ago. Fix: You cannot "reinstall" an expired demo. You must purchase a permanent license and generate a new file. The NetApp License File Generator is the official