{"title":"Windows Server \u0026 CAL Licences","description":"\u003ch1\u003eWindows Server \u0026amp; CAL — Professional Microsoft Server Licences\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy your \u003cstrong\u003eWindows Server\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eCAL (Client Access Licence)\u003c\/strong\u003e licences at the best price from \u003cstrong\u003eYeslicense\u003c\/strong\u003e. Whether you need a business server for virtualisation, storage or network infrastructure, we offer the Standard, Datacenter and Essentials editions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy choose Yeslicense for your server licences?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ Genuine Microsoft OEM and Volume licences\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🏢 Ideal for SMEs, large organisations and IT service providers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e⚡ Fast email delivery with full documentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e💶 Competitive prices on the 2016, 2019 and 2022 versions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOur Windows Server ranges\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/server-2022\"\u003eWindows Server 2022\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — A recent release with Azure Arc support and advanced security.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/server-2019\"\u003eWindows Server 2019\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — Stable and widely deployed in businesses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/server-2016\"\u003eWindows Server 2016\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — Still used in many infrastructures; extended support ends in January 2027.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/sql-server\"\u003eMicrosoft SQL Server\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — High-performance enterprise databases.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee also our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/office\"\u003eMicrosoft Office\u003c\/a\u003e range or our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/windows\"\u003eWindows licences\u003c\/a\u003e for workstations.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"windows-server-2016-datacenter-16-core","title":"Windows Server 2016 Datacenter 16 Core Licence Key","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWindows Server 2016 Datacenter 16 Core — Unlimited Virtualisation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWindows Server 2016 Datacenter lets you run an \u003cstrong\u003eunlimited number of Hyper-V virtual machines\u003c\/strong\u003e on a licensed server, whereas the Standard edition allows only two. This licence covers \u003cstrong\u003e16 physical cores\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is the minimum coverage Microsoft requires per server.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGenuine licence key delivered by email, activates directly with Microsoft's servers, perpetual licence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWindows Server 2016, 2019 or 2022: which should you choose?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Windows Server 2016 Datacenter licence is perpetual: the server runs with no time limit and no subscription.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 2016 edition still makes sense to extend an existing estate that already runs 2016, or for a lab and test environment. For a new production infrastructure, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/windows-server-2022-datacenter\"\u003eWindows Server 2022 Datacenter\u003c\/a\u003e is supported until October 2031 and adds Secured-core server and SMB over QUIC. A possible middle step: \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/windows-server-2019-datacenter\"\u003eWindows Server 2019 Datacenter\u003c\/a\u003e, supported until January 2029.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDatacenter edition features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnlimited Hyper-V VMs\u003c\/strong\u003e plus Windows and Hyper-V containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShielded VMs\u003c\/strong\u003e — virtual machines encrypted against a compromised hypervisor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage Spaces Direct\u003c\/strong\u003e — software-defined storage for clusters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage Replica\u003c\/strong\u003e — server-to-server replication with no volume limit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoftware-Defined Networking\u003c\/strong\u003e — virtual networks and a distributed firewall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNano Server and Server Core\u003c\/strong\u003e — lightweight deployments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eActive Directory, DNS, DHCP, IIS 10, RDS\u003c\/strong\u003e — every server role\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePer-core licensing and CALs\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe licence covers 16 physical cores, the minimum set by Microsoft, with a floor of 8 cores per processor. If the server has more than 16 cores, you need to buy additional core packs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe server licence does not cover access: every user or device that connects needs a \u003cstrong\u003eCAL\u003c\/strong\u003e. You will find them in the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/server-cal\"\u003eWindows Server and CAL\u003c\/a\u003e collection. For a lighter infrastructure, the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/windows-server-2016-standard-cle-de-licence-originale\"\u003eWindows Server 2016 Standard\u003c\/a\u003e edition is the more economical choice as long as you stay below around ten VMs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSystem requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcessor:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.4 GHz 64-bit, x64 compatible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMemory:\u003c\/strong\u003e 512 MB minimum, 2 GB with the graphical interface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisk space:\u003c\/strong\u003e 32 GB minimum, more in production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNetwork:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gigabit Ethernet adapter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTPM 2.0:\u003c\/strong\u003e required for Shielded VMs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow many virtual machines can I run?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs many as your hardware can handle. The licence imposes no limit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAre CALs included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, they are bought separately, as user or device CALs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat exactly does “16 core” cover?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSixteen physical cores on the server. A server with 24 cores in total needs additional coverage for 8 cores.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich version should I choose for a new production server?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a new infrastructure, go for Windows Server 2022 Datacenter, supported by Microsoft until October 2031. The 2016 edition is mainly suited to extending an estate already on 2016 or to a test environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs the licence key genuine?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. It activates directly with Microsoft's servers, with no third-party software, and is replaced free of charge if activation fails.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eComplete your infrastructure\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor databases, see our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/sql-server\"\u003eSQL Server licences\u003c\/a\u003e. 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What sets it apart from the Standard edition is one decisive right: \u003cstrong\u003ean unlimited number of Hyper-V virtual machines\u003c\/strong\u003e and containers on a properly licensed server, whereas Standard allows two per licence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGenuine licence key delivered by email, activates directly with Microsoft's servers, perpetual licence with no subscription.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhen Datacenter becomes the better deal\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe calculation is pure arithmetic. Each \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/windows-server-2019-standard\"\u003eWindows Server 2019 Standard\u003c\/a\u003e licence grants two VMs, and licences can be stacked on the same server. As long as you stay below around ten virtual machines, stacking Standard licences costs less. Beyond that, a single Datacenter licence wins — and you no longer need to recount your rights every time you add a VM.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn top of that come features reserved for Datacenter: full Storage Spaces Direct for hyperconverged clusters, unlimited Storage Replica, software-defined networking and unlimited shielded virtual machines. 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Count physical cores, not logical threads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEvery user or device accessing the server requires a \u003cstrong\u003eCAL\u003c\/strong\u003e, including with Datacenter. For Remote Desktop access, add a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/cal-utilisateur-pour-windows-server-2019-services-de-bureau-a-distance-rds\"\u003eWindows Server 2019 RDS CAL\u003c\/a\u003e. All our access licences are grouped in the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/server-cal\"\u003eWindows Server and CAL\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e2019 or 2022 Datacenter\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWindows Server 2019 is supported until 9 January 2029. \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/windows-server-2022-datacenter\"\u003eWindows Server 2022 Datacenter\u003c\/a\u003e is supported until 14 October 2031 and adds Secured-core server as well as SMB over QUIC. For a new infrastructure, the longer support period generally justifies 2022; to extend an estate already on 2019, consistency comes first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSystem requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #e4e8e9;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProcessor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #e4e8e9;\"\u003e1.4 GHz 64-bit, x64 compatible, NX and DEP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #e4e8e9;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMemory\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #e4e8e9;\"\u003e512 MB minimum, 2 GB with the graphical interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #e4e8e9;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisk space\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #e4e8e9;\"\u003e32 GB minimum, far more for virtualised production\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #e4e8e9;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNetwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #e4e8e9;\"\u003eGigabit Ethernet adapter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #e4e8e9;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnd of extended support\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #e4e8e9;\"\u003e9 January 2029\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you receive\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour Windows Server 2019 Datacenter licence key\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe download link for the official Microsoft ISO\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe transfer of usage rights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour digital invoice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA step-by-step installation and activation guide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs virtualisation really unlimited?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, within what your hardware can support. The number of VMs is not capped by the licence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAre CALs required?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, just as with the Standard edition. The server licence never covers client access.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many cores do I need to license?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll the physical cores in the server, with a floor of 16 cores and 8 cores per processor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I move from Standard to Datacenter without reinstalling?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. An in-place edition upgrade is possible with the \u003ccode\u003eDISM \/online \/Set-Edition\u003c\/code\u003e command and a valid Datacenter key.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the licence key genuine?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It activates directly with Microsoft's servers, with no third-party software, and is replaced free of charge if activation fails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eComplete your infrastructure\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor databases hosted on your VMs, see our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/sql-server\"\u003eSQL Server licences\u003c\/a\u003e. For backing up a virtualised environment, the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/easeus\"\u003eEaseUS\u003c\/a\u003e range covers system imaging and bare-metal restore. 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Perpetual licence, no subscription.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e2019 or 2022: which to choose today\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the real question to ask before you buy. Windows Server 2019 is supported until \u003cstrong\u003e9 January 2029\u003c\/strong\u003e, compared with 14 October 2031 for \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/windows-server-2022-standard\"\u003eWindows Server 2022 Standard\u003c\/a\u003e. You therefore lose almost three years of security updates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2019 edition still makes perfect sense in two cases: you are adding a server to an estate already on 2019 and want to keep it consistent, or your budget matters more than the length of support. For a new infrastructure built to last, 2022 is the more rational choice — hardware security features (Secured-core) and SMB over QUIC do not exist in 2019.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStandard edition features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2 Hyper-V virtual machines\u003c\/strong\u003e per licence, extendable by stacking licences\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eActive Directory Domain Services\u003c\/strong\u003e — accounts, Group Policy, centralised authentication\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFile server\u003c\/strong\u003e — SMB 3.1.1, DFS, Work Folders, data deduplication\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRemote Desktop Services (RDS)\u003c\/strong\u003e — application access for remote teams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIIS 10\u003c\/strong\u003e — web hosting and internal APIs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWindows Admin Center\u003c\/strong\u003e — centralised browser-based administration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWindows and Linux containers\u003c\/strong\u003e — with Docker support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage Migration Service\u003c\/strong\u003e — migration of legacy file servers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePer-core licensing and CALs: what to plan for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWindows Server 2019 is licensed \u003cstrong\u003eper physical core\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a minimum of 16 cores per server and 8 cores per processor. Beyond 16 cores, you need to buy additional core packs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe server licence does not cover access: every user or device that connects needs a \u003cstrong\u003eCAL\u003c\/strong\u003e. For Remote Desktop use, you also need an RDS CAL, available here: \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/cal-utilisateur-pour-windows-server-2019-services-de-bureau-a-distance-rds\"\u003eWindows Server 2019 RDS User CAL\u003c\/a\u003e. All access licences are in the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/server-cal\"\u003eWindows Server and CAL\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStandard, Datacenter or Essentials\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/windows-server-2019-datacenter\"\u003eDatacenter\u003c\/a\u003e edition unlocks virtualisation: unlimited VMs, full Storage Spaces Direct, software-defined networking. It becomes cost-effective beyond around ten VMs. The \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/windows-server-2019-essentials\"\u003eEssentials\u003c\/a\u003e edition removes CALs but caps you at 25 users and offers no real virtualisation. Standard sits in the middle: light virtualisation, no user cap, CALs to budget for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSystem requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #e4e8e9;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProcessor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #e4e8e9;\"\u003e1.4 GHz 64-bit, x64 compatible, NX and DEP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #e4e8e9;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMemory\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #e4e8e9;\"\u003e512 MB minimum, 2 GB with the graphical interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #e4e8e9;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisk space\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #e4e8e9;\"\u003e32 GB minimum, 60 GB or more in production\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #e4e8e9;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNetwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #e4e8e9;\"\u003eGigabit Ethernet adapter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #e4e8e9;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnd of extended support\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #e4e8e9;\"\u003e9 January 2029\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you receive\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour Windows Server 2019 Standard licence key\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe download link for the official Microsoft ISO\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe transfer of usage rights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour digital invoice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA step-by-step installation and activation guide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many VMs can I run?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo virtual machines per licence. You can stack several Standard licences on the same server to get more, but beyond around ten VMs, Datacenter works out cheaper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAre CALs included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. They are bought separately, as user or device CALs, depending on your organisation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I activate the server after installation?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Server Manager, under Local Server, click the activation status and enter your 25-character product key. From the command line: \u003ccode\u003eslmgr \/ipk YOUR-KEY\u003c\/code\u003e then \u003ccode\u003eslmgr \/ato\u003c\/code\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I upgrade to Windows Server 2022 later?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, an in-place upgrade is supported. Take a full backup of the server before the operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the licence key genuine?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It activates directly with Microsoft's servers, with no third-party software, and is replaced free of charge if activation fails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eComplete your infrastructure\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor databases, see our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/sql-server\"\u003eSQL Server licences\u003c\/a\u003e. For server backup and disaster recovery, the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/easeus\"\u003eEaseUS\u003c\/a\u003e range offers solutions suited to Windows Server environments. Client PCs can be equipped from our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/windows\"\u003eWindows licences\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yeslicense","offers":[{"title":"5 Users","offer_id":46483311853767,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 Users","offer_id":46483311886535,"sku":null,"price":80.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"20 Users","offer_id":46483311919303,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"50 Users","offer_id":46483311952071,"sku":null,"price":300.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/3420\/6919\/files\/Windows-Server-2019-Standard1.png?v=1777699270"},{"product_id":"windows-server-2022-essentials","title":"Windows Server 2022 Essentials — Licence Key","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWindows Server 2022 Essentials — the server for small businesses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWindows Server 2022 Essentials is the edition built for organisations with fewer than 25 users. Its main advantage fits in one line: \u003cstrong\u003eit needs no Client Access Licences (CALs)\u003c\/strong\u003e. Where the Standard edition requires a CAL for every user or device, Essentials covers your whole team with a single server licence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a practice, agency or workshop of ten to twenty people, the saving is real and the licensing admin disappears. Genuine key delivered by email, activation directly with Microsoft's servers, perpetual licence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLimits to know before you buy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEssentials has hard limits, and it's better to know them up front. The licence is capped at \u003cstrong\u003e25 users and 50 devices\u003c\/strong\u003e, on a single server with one processor of up to 10 cores. It cannot run additional server roles in virtual machines the way Standard can, and it cannot be a node in a failover cluster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your headcount is close to 25 or you expect to grow, look at \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/windows-server-2022-standard\"\u003eWindows Server 2022 Standard\u003c\/a\u003e with the matching CALs instead: the upfront cost is higher, but you won't have to replace everything in two years. Going over the Essentials cap is not a grey area — the server refuses additional connections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Windows Server 2022 Essentials does\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eActive Directory\u003c\/strong\u003e — central user accounts, Group Policy, single sign-on\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFile and print server\u003c\/strong\u003e — central shares, group permissions, encrypted SMB 3.1.1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSecure remote access\u003c\/strong\u003e — remote work on internal resources\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSecured-core server\u003c\/strong\u003e — hardware-based protections inherited from the higher editions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSMB over QUIC\u003c\/strong\u003e — file access over TLS 1.3 without a VPN\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWindows Defender and SMB encryption\u003c\/strong\u003e — built-in protection, no extra licence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAzure hybrid integration\u003c\/strong\u003e — backup and disaster recovery to the cloud\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEssentials vs Standard vs Datacenter\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px;border-bottom:2px solid #d7dcdd;\"\u003eCriterion\u003c\/th\u003e\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px;border-bottom:2px solid #d7dcdd;\"\u003eEssentials\u003c\/th\u003e\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px;border-bottom:2px solid #d7dcdd;\"\u003eStandard\u003c\/th\u003e\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px;border-bottom:2px solid #d7dcdd;\"\u003eDatacenter\u003c\/th\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #e4e8e9;\"\u003eUsers\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd 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centre\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSystem requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProcessor:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.4 GHz 64-bit, one socket, up to 10 cores\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMemory:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 GB minimum, 4 GB recommended in production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisk space:\u003c\/strong\u003e 32 GB minimum, more depending on your data\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNetwork:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gigabit Ethernet adapter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirmware:\u003c\/strong\u003e UEFI 2.3.1c with Secure Boot, TPM 2.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnd of extended support:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14 October 2031\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you receive\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour Windows Server 2022 Essentials licence 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SQL Server automatically switches from the Evaluation edition to Standard edition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose the components to install: Database Engine, Analysis Services (SSAS), Reporting Services (SSRS) and Integration Services (SSIS) as needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfigure instances, data directories, service accounts and authentication modes (Windows Authentication or Mixed Mode).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete the installation. SQL Server 2022 activates directly with Microsoft's servers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA detailed step-by-step installation guide is included with every delivery. Our technical support team is also available to walk you through the installation if needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSQL Server 2022 Standard and regulatory compliance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUK and European organisations face an increasingly demanding regulatory framework for data protection and security. 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Explore our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/server-cal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWindows Server\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e licences, also available at Yeslicense:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/server-2022\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWindows Server 2022\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e — The most recent version and the best integrated with SQL Server 2022. 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Understanding the difference between them is essential to choosing the most cost-effective model for your organisation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServer + CAL (Client Access Licence) model\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the Server + CAL model, you buy a licence for the server itself, then a CAL (client access licence) for each user or device that connects to SQL Server. This model is cost-effective when the number of users is limited and well defined. CALs can be \u003cstrong\u003eUser CALs\u003c\/strong\u003e (one per named person, regardless of how many devices they use) or \u003cstrong\u003eDevice CALs\u003c\/strong\u003e (one per physical device, regardless of how many people use it). This model is covered on our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/microsoft-sql-server-2022-standard-edition\"\u003eSQL Server 2022 Standard per user licence page\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePer core model (Core Licensing)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the per core model, you buy licences covering every physical processor core in the host server. There is then no limit on the number of users or devices that can connect to the SQL Server instance. This model is required in the following scenarios: web or mobile applications available to anonymous users, API services or microservices exposing data to other applications, and environments where connections to SQL Server come from other servers or systems with no identified human user. 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Trying to cover millions of web visitors with individual CALs would be economically absurd and would not comply with Microsoft's licensing terms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eREST APIs and microservices\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn modern microservice architectures, SQL Server may be queried by dozens of other application services without any human user being directly involved. 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height: 19.6065px;\"\u003eDelivery method\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.4209%; height: 19.6065px;\"\u003eDigital key + download link\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMinimum system requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eComponent\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMinimum requirement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProcessor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.4 GHz 64-bit, x64 compatible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRAM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e512 MB (2 GB recommended for Desktop Experience)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDisk space\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32 GB minimum (60 GB+ recommended in production)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNetwork\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGigabit Ethernet adapter recommended\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTPM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTPM 2.0 required for Shielded VMs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFirmware\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUEFI recommended (Secure Boot)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWindows Server 2016 editions compared\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStandard (this product)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDatacenter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEssentials\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHyper-V VMs per licence\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 (stackable)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnlimited\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 (host only)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShielded VMs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e✔\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e✔\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e✗\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStorage Spaces Direct\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConverged only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e✗\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStorage Replica\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 partnership \/ 2 TB max\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnlimited\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e✗\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCALs required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo (max 25 users)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest for\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSMEs, light virtualisation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDense virtualisation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmall offices\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon use cases\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eActive Directory domain controller:\u003c\/strong\u003e centralised authentication and Group Policy (GPO) management\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFile \u0026amp; print server:\u003c\/strong\u003e centralised storage with SMB 3.1.1, DFS and Work Folders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIIS 10 web hosting:\u003c\/strong\u003e internal applications or company websites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDevelopment \/ test lab:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 Hyper-V VMs for staging environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRemote Desktop Services (RDS):\u003c\/strong\u003e access to applications and virtual desktops for remote teams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAzure hybrid infrastructure:\u003c\/strong\u003e extend into the Microsoft cloud without a full migration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLicensing guide: how to buy correctly\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWindows Server 2016 Standard is licensed on a per-core model. Each physical server must be licensed for a minimum of 16 cores (8 two-core packs). If your server has more than 16 physical cores, you need to buy additional core licences. On top of the server licence, every user or device accessing the server requires a \u003cstrong\u003eWindows Server 2016 Client Access Licence (CAL)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree licence types are available:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOEM licence:\u003c\/strong\u003e tied to the hardware it is installed on, non-transferable. Lowest cost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRetail licence (FPP):\u003c\/strong\u003e transferable to other hardware. Ideal for evolving IT estates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVolume licence (Open \/ Select):\u003c\/strong\u003e for organisations needing multiple licences, with Software Assurance options.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions (FAQ)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShould I choose Windows Server 2016 or a newer version?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWindows Server 2016 remains suitable for existing infrastructures and the applications that depend on it. For a new server intended to last, choose a newer version such as \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/windows-server-2022-standard\"\u003eWindows Server 2022 Standard\u003c\/a\u003e, which benefits from a longer update cycle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many Hyper-V VMs are included with the Standard licence?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Windows Server 2016 Standard licence allows 2 Hyper-V virtual machine instances per licensed physical server. For more than 2 VMs, you can stack additional Standard licences or move to the Datacenter edition, which offers unlimited VMs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre CALs included in the server licence?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The server licence does not include client access licences. You need to buy a User CAL or Device CAL separately for each entity accessing the server.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I activate Windows Server 2016 after installation?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpen Server Manager → Local Server → Product ID, click \"Not activated\" and enter your 25-character product key. You can also activate via PowerShell: \u003ccode\u003eslmgr \/ipk YOUR-KEY\u003c\/code\u003e then \u003ccode\u003eslmgr \/ato\u003c\/code\u003e. Our support team is available 24\/7 if you run into any problem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this a genuine Microsoft licence?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. All licences sold are 100% genuine. Each key can be independently checked on Microsoft's How to Tell website. We provide a Certificate of Authenticity and a 30-day money-back guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated products\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/windows-server-2019-standard\"\u003eWindows Server 2019 Standard\u003c\/a\u003e — a newer version, ideal for modernising an existing estate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/windows-server-2025-standard-cle-de-licence\"\u003eWindows Server 2025 Standard\u003c\/a\u003e — the latest version, with hotpatching and SMB over QUIC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/windows-server-2016-datacenter-16-core\"\u003eWindows Server 2016 Datacenter\u003c\/a\u003e — unlimited Hyper-V VMs for dense environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Yeslicense","offers":[{"title":"5 utilisateurs","offer_id":46524534128839,"sku":null,"price":40.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 utilisateurs","offer_id":46524534161607,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"20 utilisateurs","offer_id":46524534194375,"sku":null,"price":130.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"50 utilisateurs","offer_id":46524534227143,"sku":null,"price":250.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/3420\/6919\/files\/WindowsServer2016Standard.png?v=1778401316"},{"product_id":"windows-server-2016-essentials-licence","title":"Windows Server 2016 Essentials Licence Key","description":"\u003cp\u003eWindows Server 2016 Essentials is a flexible, easy-to-use server solution designed specifically for small businesses with up to 25 users and 50 devices. This edition includes the essentials: simplified administration tools, advanced security mechanisms, centralised data storage and secure remote access.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to native integration with cloud services, Windows Server 2016 Essentials lets businesses run their IT infrastructure efficiently while keeping costs under control. Buy your Windows Server 2016 Essentials licence key from Yeslicense and get a genuine licence with instant delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey features of Windows Server 2016 Essentials\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWindows Server 2016 Essentials offers core features that improve performance, security and scalability. Let's look at the main ones:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUser-friendly interface\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWindows Server 2016 Essentials has a simplified interface that makes day-to-day administrative tasks easier. This edition is ideal for small businesses and office environments without a dedicated IT team.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdvanced security features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProtect your server with built-in technologies such as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWindows Defender\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActive Directory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSMB encryption\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccess and permission control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese features help strengthen the security of your infrastructure while maintaining optimal performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHybrid cloud integration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHybrid cloud integration lets you connect your on-premises servers to cloud services. You benefit from:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecure backups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemote access\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eData synchronisation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreater flexibility for your business\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eActive Directory services\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWindows Server 2016 Essentials includes Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS), so you can manage:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDevices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGroups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePermissions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003efrom a single centralised console.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFile and print services\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShare files easily and manage the printers on your network to improve collaboration and productivity across your organisation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBenefits of Windows Server 2016 Essentials\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSimple installation and intuitive use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis edition is designed to be easy to deploy and administer, even for users with little server management experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCost-effective solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWindows Server 2016 Essentials is a particularly cost-effective solution for small businesses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike the Standard or Datacenter editions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo CALs (Client Access Licences) are required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo complex licensing model to manage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLower acquisition cost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSecure remote access\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccess your business resources from anywhere with the built-in remote access tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis supports:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemote 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Standard\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUser interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSimplified\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUser\/device limit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 users \/ 50 devices\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo limit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVirtualisation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLimited\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 2 virtual machines\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eActive Directory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBasic features\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdvanced features\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLicensing model\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo CALs required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCALs required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTarget audience\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmall businesses\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSMEs and mid-sized businesses\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy buy a Windows Server 2016 Essentials licence from Yeslicense?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat value on Windows Server 2016 Essentials licence keys\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstant digital delivery by email\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo hidden fees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo additional subscription\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultiple secure payment methods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInvoice provided after purchase\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30-day money-back guarantee if activation fails\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree 24\/7 technical support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLicence 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Unlike the Essentials edition, Windows Server 2025 Standard requires Client Access Licences (CALs) for the users or devices that access the server.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e5: Can I migrate from Windows Server 2022 to Windows Server 2025 Standard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Microsoft offers several migration paths from Windows Server 2022 to Windows Server 2025 Standard. 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workloads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey features of Windows Server 2025 Datacenter\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eModern user interface\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWindows Server 2025 Datacenter offers a modern interface with several usability improvements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdministrators benefit in particular from:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn improved File Explorer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn optimised Task Manager\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt-in Windows Terminal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModernised administration tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese improvements make day-to-day server management easier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEnhanced security and data protection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWindows Server 2025 Datacenter includes several advanced security technologies:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCredential Guard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShielded Virtual Machines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoftware-Defined Networking (SDN)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdvanced credential protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese features help protect sensitive data and virtualised environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImproved storage performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis edition significantly improves storage performance thanks to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupport for NVMe technologies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptimised IOPS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBetter management of data volumes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a perfect fit for businesses that handle large amounts of data.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUnlimited virtualisation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the main advantages of the Datacenter edition is unlimited virtualisation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith enhanced \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/learn.microsoft.com\/windows-server\/virtualization\/hyper-v\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHyper-V\u003c\/a\u003e, businesses can run an unlimited number of virtual machines on a properly licensed server.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis capability is particularly well suited to data centres and large-scale virtualised infrastructure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOptimised containers and Kubernetes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWindows Server 2025 Datacenter significantly improves support for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWindows containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKubernetes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCloud-native workloads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompared with the Standard edition, this version offers better scalability and higher performance for modern environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWindows Server 2025 Datacenter use cases\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWindows Server 2025 Datacenter is ideal for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eData centres\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge enterprises\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHybrid cloud infrastructure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge-scale virtualisation platforms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHyper-V environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-availability clusters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCritical applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKubernetes and containerised infrastructure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eComparison: Windows Server 2025 Datacenter vs Standard\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eDatacenter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eStandard\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTarget audience\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge enterprises and data centres\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSMEs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecurity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdvanced enterprise-grade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnhanced security\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdvanced networking\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAvailable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot available\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCloud integration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdvanced multi-cloud and hybrid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHybrid cloud\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVirtualisation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnlimited\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 2 VMs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScalability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery high\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLimited\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCost\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigher\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMore affordable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your organisation needs heavily virtualised infrastructure, advanced security and maximum scalability, Windows Server 2025 Datacenter is the best choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy buy a Windows Server 2025 Datacenter licence from Yeslicense?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat value on Windows Server 2025 Datacenter licence keys\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstant digital delivery after purchase\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo hidden costs or subscriptions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultiple secure payment methods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInvoice provided after purchase\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30-day money-back guarantee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree 24\/7 technical support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast, secure activation directly with Microsoft's servers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLicence information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct:\u003c\/strong\u003e Windows Server 2025 Datacenter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLicence type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perpetual licence\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eActivation method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Product key\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended for: Large enterprises and data centres\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVirtualisation rights:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unlimited\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDelivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e By email within 5 to 10 minutes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMicrosoft support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Until 2034\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWindows Server 2025 Datacenter system requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo ensure a smooth installation, your device must meet the following minimum requirements:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProcessor\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1.4 GHz minimum, 64-bit x64-compatible processor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRAM\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 GB for Server Core\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 GB for Server with Desktop Experience\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMicrosoft does, however, recommend 4 GB or more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStorage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e32 GB of free disk space\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNetwork\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 gigabit per second Ethernet adapter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdditional requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUEFI 2.3.1c system with Secure Boot support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTPM 2.0 module\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuper VGA (1024 × 768) resolution or higher\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStable internet connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e1: Who can use Windows Server 2025 Datacenter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWindows Server 2025 Datacenter is ideal for data centres, large enterprises and organisations that need advanced security, high performance and unlimited virtualisation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2: Is Windows Server 2025 Datacenter a one-off purchase?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The Windows Server 2025 Datacenter licence is a one-off purchase with perpetual validity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e3: When does support for Windows Server 2025 end?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMicrosoft plans to end mainstream support on 13 November 2029 and extended support on 14 November 2034. Security updates will continue to be provided throughout the extended support period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e4: What is the main difference between Windows Server 2025 Standard and Datacenter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe main difference lies in virtualisation rights. 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