How many device CAL come with Windows Server 2022?

Question

Needless to say, Microsoft's licensing program is not designed to be easily understood. So, my question is: How do I determine if I need additional device CAL licenses when I purchase a Windows 2022 server license? In the past, I haven't needed additional licenses.

Basically, I am purchasing a new server that will have Server 2022. It will operate in a small office setting with 6-7 employees. Do I need to purchase additional CAL device licenses or does the basic server 2022 license come with a certain amount of default CAL? Also, the users will be verifying their credentials with Active Directory on the server, but also use Microsoft 365. Now I see that there may need to be some additional licenses for that?

You can see how I am confused. The device vendor wants to sell CAL's but I am not sure I need to purchase them.

Answer 1

Hello Jeffery Swain

You could verify the licensing details with your device vendor because different purchase channels can have different licensing arrangements.

For instance, on the Microsoft website, I observed that Windows Server 2022 offers options for 10 or 5 CALs.

The specific number of CALs required depends on your licensing needs and the number of devices or users accessing the server.

I recommend checking the licensing documentation provided with your Windows Server 2022 purchase or contacting Microsoft's licensing support for the most up-to-date information on CALs and licensing for your specific purchase.

Licensing Documents (microsoft.com)

Regards,

Karlie Weng