CALs License

Ramadhani Puratama 0 Reputation points
2023-06-23T10:37:36.58+00:00

Do I need a CAL license (user/device)? If i have physical license Windows Server 2019 (Datacenter) edition

Windows for business | Windows Client for IT Pros | User experience | Remote desktop services and terminal services
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  1. Anonymous
    2023-10-13T02:35:24.82+00:00

    Hi Ramadhani Puratama

    Yes, you will still need to purchase Client Access Licenses (CALs) for each user or device that will be accessing the Windows Server 2019 (Datacenter) edition. The physical license only grants you the right to install and use the software, but CALs are required to access the server's services and features.

    The licensing model for Windows Server 2019 makes use of both Cores + Client Access Licenses.

    Please note that the specific requirements might vary based on your usage and it’s always a good idea to check with a licensing expert or directly with Microsoft.

    Best regards,

    Karlie

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  2. Anonymous
    2023-10-13T12:58:06.5933333+00:00

    Yes, you'll need on for each user or device. A Windows Server CAL is a license that grants access Windows Server. CALs are used in conjunction with Microsoft Windows Server OS licenses to allow Users and/or Devices to access and utilize the services of that windows server

    • User CALs allow a single user access to any number of Windows Servers from an unlimited number of devices
    • Device CALs allow an unlimited number of users to access any number of Windows Servers from a single device
    • CALs are licensed to access servers of the same level and below. (not forward compatible)
    • Only 1 CAL per user or per device is required regardless of how many servers you actually have.

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