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Do I need Client Access License (CAL) solely for domain service?

Boris 41 Reputation points
2021-03-15T09:15:53.517+00:00

Do I need to buy Client Access License (CAL) if my client PCs merely use domain service of the Windows Server 2012 (i.e. do wee need any CAL for user/device who are joining DC?) Thanks.

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  1. SUNOJ KUMAR YELURU 15,011 Reputation points MVP
    2021-03-15T09:32:08.807+00:00

    Hi anonymous user-0082
    Yes, you'll need a CAL for each user that connects to domain and take Per-User CALs, All users will need a CAL.

    Domain Controller is accessed by admins only. There is a default 2 user CAL's for each server for management.

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  1. Boris 41 Reputation points
    2021-06-10T02:42:59.123+00:00

    How about the case that I setup Domain Controller for Windows Cluster Service (all servers are running MS Server 2012, NO client PC of Windows 7/10 are involved), do I need to buy CAL license for this case? Thanks!

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