can I create a Hyper-v Windows 10 VM on a 2019 essentials server?

Question

I have a server 2019 essentials server and I want to host an application on it. However, this application is not compatible with windows server but is compatible with windows 10. Can I create a Windows 10 VM on hyper-V and have it run this application and have it communicate with machines in the servers local network?

Answer 1

Technically yes it is possible but I suspect you're asking about licensing? Legal licensing questions cannot be resolved by anonymous forums users. Better to reach out to your reseller's trained licensing specialist or ask microsoft directly.
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/licensing/existing-customer/activation-centers

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Answer 2

Hi,
You may go with Hyper-V Server 2019 (which is free) and then create required VM's for your Essential Server and Windows 10 Client.

Reference link:
https://social.technet.microsoft.com/Forums/ie/en-US/0faa9f8d-1302-4cc6-96c0-33eba4686d7c/server-2019-essentials-can-you-run-a-hyperv-to-allow-a-virtual-windows-10-instance-for-a-remote?forum=winserverhyperv

Thanks,
Jenny