Hyper-V
A Windows technology providing a hypervisor-based virtualization solution enabling customers to consolidate workloads onto a single server.
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What Windows 2022 licenses do I need to set Windows 2022 Hyper-V hypervisor with linuix machines acting as web servers with services for clients
We are considering to set a Windows 2022 hypervisor with a few linux based web servers. Services hosted on linux VMs would be available for our cutomers or emplyees through web. Do I need some kind of CALs ? Or I only need to license all physical cores…
asked 2024-12-22T19:09:05.83+00:00
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Adam Grabowski
0
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commented 2024-12-24T12:04:17.6666667+00:00
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Marcin Policht
29,960
Reputation points MVP
1 answer
Error licensing RDS 2022 Farm - 1068, 1069, 50280
Have an existing Server 2019 RDS Single Server Setup (Broker, Licensing, Gateway, and Host on same server) that was working just fine. Upgrading to Server 2022 and splitting the roles. Server 1 has Broker, Gateway, and Licensing. Server 2 and 3 are just…
asked 2024-12-10T20:16:01.18+00:00
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Nathaniel Welch
0
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answered 2024-12-12T07:06:02.3366667+00:00
Karlie Weng
18,761
Reputation points Microsoft Vendor
4 answers
Server missing from Update Manager after activating Azure benefits
We activated Windows Server Azure benefits on servers recently and then they all disappeared from Azure Update Manager. They are still available in Azure Arc, and I can trigger update assessment. If I log onto server and run azcmagent show, they are…
asked 2024-11-27T14:10:20.4466667+00:00
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RaymondKristiansen
35
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edited a comment 2024-12-10T11:58:12.39+00:00
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Jimmy Thorén
0
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9EM-00562 server license - Defender inclusion?
Does defender come as part of the standard windows server license?
asked 2024-12-10T11:20:51.65+00:00
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Fielding, Sally (The Bridge)
0
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asked 2024-12-10T11:20:51.65+00:00
Fielding, Sally (The Bridge)
0
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2 answers
Activating Windows Server 2025 Standard Evaluation using a KMS key
Hello All, I have a built a server (as per client request ) with Windows Server 2025 Standard Evaluation installed ( I downloaded the iso from Microsoft Evaluation Center) . Now I want to activate it with the valid license. The customer has provided me…
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Microsoft Edge GPO is not getting applied
I have a GPO that enables the browser to allow 11 extensions, which are already configured in the policy. Please note that the same GPO works perfectly with other browsers, like Chrome. However, after testing in edge://policy, the IDs do not appear as…
Windows 10
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Windows
Windows
A family of Microsoft operating systems that run across personal computers, tablets, laptops, phones, internet of things devices, self-contained mixed reality headsets, large collaboration screens, and other devices.
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Windows Server
Windows Server
A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.
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Windows Server Licensing
Windows Server Licensing
Windows Server: A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.Licensing: Rules, regulations, and restrictions that define how software can be used and distributed.
74 questions
asked 2024-11-27T14:05:45.61+00:00
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Syed Ifthekhar Ahmed
0
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answered 2024-11-27T14:54:09.1733333+00:00
Vusal Guliyev
0
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What SKUs should I order as equivalent for 9EA-00637, 9EP-00567, W06-00652.
A customer purchased 9EA-00637, 9EP-00567, and W06-00652. These are licenses for Windows 2022 Data Center, System Center 2022, and Core CAL Suite. It's the correct software, but provides MAK licenses. I need KMS licenses. Please recommend equivalent KMS…
asked 2024-11-25T21:36:56.08+00:00
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Todd Holmes
0
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commented 2024-11-25T22:31:58.64+00:00
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Darrell Gorter
2,131
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Can I buy SQL Server 2022 Enterprise 96 Core License and install it on 4 physical servers with with 24 cores
Can I buy SQL Server 2022 Enterprise 96 Core License and install it on 4 physical servers with with 24 cores
asked 2024-11-25T14:10:01.0133333+00:00
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menashe altman
0
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edited the question 2024-11-25T21:36:44.6133333+00:00
Erland Sommarskog
114.6K
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1 answer
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Azure Hybrid Use Benefits and Nested VMs
Hi folks, I've been pouring over the Learn documentation about Nested VMs within Azure, but I can't seem to find any guidance on if Azure Hybrid Use licensing benefits are applicable and if licenses are required for nested VMs, or if there are other…
asked 2024-11-20T15:33:41.1833333+00:00
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Michelle Biittner
20
Reputation points
accepted 2024-11-20T17:33:54.6566667+00:00
Michelle Biittner
20
Reputation points
2 answers
One of the answers was accepted by the question author.
Windows Admin Center unavailable even with Benefits activated
I've been using Azure Arc to manage our on-site machines for a bit, and I was getting a lot of use out of the Windows Admin Center. After deleting and redeploying the machines in Azure Arc to change regions, I can no longer access the Admin Center. I…
asked 2024-11-10T20:43:54.5766667+00:00
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IT Department
25
Reputation points
commented 2024-11-18T05:59:34.8733333+00:00
IngramQuick-5843
15
Reputation points
1 answer
Upgrade RDS CALs from 2022 to 2025 (wrong consumption)
Hi, I recently upgraded my RDS infrastructure including the license server from Server 2022 to Server 2025, I then also created a completely new licensing database. After that I imported my RDS 2025 CALs as I have active Software Assurance. All my RDS…
Windows Server
Windows Server
A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.
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Remote Desktop
Remote Desktop
A Microsoft app that connects remotely to computers and to virtual apps and desktops.
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Windows Licensing
Windows Licensing
Windows: A family of Microsoft operating systems that run across personal computers, tablets, laptops, phones, internet of things devices, self-contained mixed reality headsets, large collaboration screens, and other devices.Licensing: Rules, regulations, and restrictions that define how software can be used and distributed.
121 questions
Windows Server Licensing
Windows Server Licensing
Windows Server: A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.Licensing: Rules, regulations, and restrictions that define how software can be used and distributed.
74 questions
asked 2024-11-12T11:14:19.75+00:00
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Philipp-7153
1
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answered 2024-11-14T08:14:17.8133333+00:00
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Jacen Wang
970
Reputation points Microsoft Vendor
0 answers
Windows Server OS based VDI with SPLA
Seeking clarification on the licensing requirements for creating a virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) using Windows Server under the Microsoft Services Provider License Agreement (SPLA). Fact: Win 10/11 desktops not allowed SPLA does not allow me to…
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Windows Server 2019 Standard 24 cores licence on a 20 core server
Hi all, On a project we are using servers with 20 cores (two Xeon's with 10 cores). My procurement has a difficulty of finding a licence with 20 cores. Would it make me a problem if i buy 24 core licence, install it on a server and activate only 20…
asked 2024-10-31T13:27:15.6566667+00:00
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Marko Ristic
0
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answered 2024-10-31T13:27:15.6733333+00:00
Q&A Assist
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When using Azure Hybrid Benefit, do I need to buy Windows Server CALs?
If I use my own Windows Server licenses which are covered with SA in Azure, do I need to buy Windows Server CALs or are they included in the computing fee?
asked 2024-10-24T06:48:15.6433333+00:00
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Pauli Harju
20
Reputation points
commented 2024-10-25T06:06:32.3933333+00:00
Pauli Harju
20
Reputation points
0 answers
How to recover Microsoft Volume licensing service center login account?
I had double authentication to log in to the Microsoft volume licensing service, but the mobile phone that had the Microsoft Authentificator on it broke and I can no longer access it. Logging in to Microsoft is only possible through an authenticator…
asked 2024-10-24T11:05:42.0466667+00:00
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Velibor Božić
0
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asked 2024-10-24T11:05:42.0466667+00:00
Velibor Božić
0
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1 answer
Activate Windows Server 2019 VM on Hyper-V installed on a Windows Server 2022 Standard Host
Hi, I have installed 2 x VMs with Windows Server 2019 Standard on a Windows Server 2022 Standard Host. Should I be able to license the 2019 Virtual Machines? If so, do I need a key for Windows Server 2019? I am using Hyper-V.
asked 2024-10-18T05:26:12.4966667+00:00
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Vacar, Adrian
0
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answered 2024-10-18T06:54:39.0933333+00:00
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Hania Lian
19,906
Reputation points Microsoft Vendor
1 answer
How to filter out Azure VM's compute, license, and underlying software cost from cost details data
What are all the line items that give info about the compute cost of VM and its license cost, and any preinstalled software cost for an Azure resource/VM? Example: We are running SQL Server on windows , and I want to separate out the cost for VM compute,…
asked 2024-05-11T14:17:16.05+00:00
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JagaariHemanth-6179
5
Reputation points
edited the question 2024-10-15T14:03:03.84+00:00
JagaariHemanth-6179
5
Reputation points
1 answer
RDP No license server was available
Hi All, I have the Windows (Windows Server 2022 Datacenter Azure Edition). I want to take the RDP of the server and multiple users will access the RDP with one user id. Now I am getting error: No license server was available. Can anyone please help me…
asked 2024-10-07T12:11:21.5466667+00:00
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Rajesh Nai
0
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answered 2024-10-14T09:47:10.37+00:00
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Wesley Li
10,810
Reputation points
2 answers
Windows Server 2022 LTSC Licenses
Hi, What are the requirements to buy WS2022 LTSC license. We are buying 14 x WS2022 LTSC & 6 x W10 LTSC licenses from a supplier, but supplier mentioned that licenses will be registered in their name as they will issue a PO to MS. In order to get…
asked 2024-10-02T05:07:15.2866667+00:00
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Alien
0
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edited an answer 2024-10-07T02:35:46.0766667+00:00
Hania Lian
19,906
Reputation points Microsoft Vendor
2 answers
One of the answers was accepted by the question author.
How many virtual machines i can create on Windows server 2022 standard Hyper-V.
Hi, one of our client requested to replace their VMware by Hyper-V. currently they have almost 3 servers on the VMware, 2 X W2012 R and one W2022 STD. can we create as much as VMs in Hyper-V same like VMware? is there any limitations to create VMs in…
asked 2024-10-01T13:25:58.76+00:00
Anas Assainar
20
Reputation points
commented 2024-10-03T19:30:15.0833333+00:00
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Eric Siron
1,566
Reputation points MVP