75 questions with Windows Server Licensing tags

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Windows Server 2022 External Connector License requirements / Use case 1 & 2

Hi, in order to clear up this Ext. Connector understanding, here are two use cases: Webshop how many EC licences are required and where they need to applied if for examle this API on Windows server and MSSQL servers are on Vmware cluster? …

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.
75 questions
asked 2024-12-27T18:26:17.97+00:00
imadam 1 Reputation point
3 answers

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…

Hyper-V
Hyper-V
A Windows technology providing a hypervisor-based virtualization solution enabling customers to consolidate workloads onto a single server.
2,774 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.
75 questions
asked 2024-12-22T19:09:05.83+00:00
Adam Grabowski 0 Reputation points
commented 2024-12-24T12:04:17.6666667+00:00
Marcin Policht 30,040 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…

Remote Desktop
Remote Desktop
A Microsoft app that connects remotely to computers and to virtual apps and desktops.
4,654 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.
75 questions
asked 2024-12-10T20:16:01.18+00:00
Nathaniel Welch 0 Reputation points
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…

Azure Arc
Azure Arc
A Microsoft cloud service that enables deployment of Azure services across hybrid and multicloud environments.
457 questions
Azure Update Manager
Azure Update Manager
An Azure service to centrally manages updates and compliance at scale.
329 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.
75 questions
asked 2024-11-27T14:10:20.4466667+00:00
RaymondKristiansen 35 Reputation points
edited a comment 2024-12-10T11:58:12.39+00:00
Jimmy Thorén 0 Reputation points
0 answers

9EM-00562 server license - Defender inclusion?

Does defender come as part of the standard windows server license?

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.
75 questions
asked 2024-12-10T11:20:51.65+00:00
Fielding, Sally (The Bridge) 0 Reputation points
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…

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.
75 questions
asked 2024-11-29T21:00:33.4166667+00:00
Sourav 20 Reputation points
answered 2024-12-03T07:14:16.7133333+00:00
Sourav 20 Reputation points
1 answer

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
Windows 10
A Microsoft operating system that runs on personal computers and tablets.
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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.
5,654 questions
Windows Server
Windows Server
A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.
13,486 questions
Windows 11
Windows 11
A Microsoft operating system designed for productivity, creativity, and ease of use.
10,286 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.
75 questions
asked 2024-11-27T14:05:45.61+00:00
Syed Ifthekhar Ahmed 0 Reputation points
answered 2024-11-27T14:54:09.1733333+00:00
Vusal Guliyev 0 Reputation points
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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…

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.
75 questions
asked 2024-11-25T21:36:56.08+00:00
Todd Holmes 0 Reputation points
commented 2024-11-25T22:31:58.64+00:00
Darrell Gorter 2,131 Reputation points
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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

SQL Server
SQL Server
A family of Microsoft relational database management and analysis systems for e-commerce, line-of-business, and data warehousing solutions.
14,223 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.
75 questions
asked 2024-11-25T14:10:01.0133333+00:00
menashe altman 0 Reputation points
edited the question 2024-11-25T21:36:44.6133333+00:00
Erland Sommarskog 114.6K Reputation points MVP
1 answer One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

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…

Azure Virtual Machines
Azure Virtual Machines
An Azure service that is used to provision Windows and Linux virtual machines.
8,178 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.
75 questions
asked 2024-11-20T15:33:41.1833333+00:00
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…

Azure Arc
Azure Arc
A Microsoft cloud service that enables deployment of Azure services across hybrid and multicloud environments.
457 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.
75 questions
asked 2024-11-10T20:43:54.5766667+00:00
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.
13,486 questions
Remote Desktop
Remote Desktop
A Microsoft app that connects remotely to computers and to virtual apps and desktops.
4,654 questions
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.
75 questions
asked 2024-11-12T11:14:19.75+00:00
Philipp-7153 1 Reputation point
answered 2024-11-14T08:14:17.8133333+00:00
Jacen Wang 970 Reputation points Microsoft Vendor
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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…

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.
75 questions
asked 2024-11-10T14:39:59.9566667+00:00
Vik-T 1 Reputation point
edited the question 2024-11-10T14:41:41.8366667+00:00
Vik-T 1 Reputation point
1 answer

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…

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.
75 questions
asked 2024-10-31T13:27:15.6566667+00:00
Marko Ristic 0 Reputation points
answered 2024-10-31T13:27:15.6733333+00:00
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2 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

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?

Azure Virtual Machines
Azure Virtual Machines
An Azure service that is used to provision Windows and Linux virtual machines.
8,178 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.
75 questions
asked 2024-10-24T06:48:15.6433333+00:00
Pauli Harju 20 Reputation points
commented 2024-10-25T06:06:32.3933333+00:00
Pauli Harju 20 Reputation points
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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…

Microsoft Authenticator
Microsoft Authenticator
A Microsoft app for iOS and Android devices that enables authentication with two-factor verification, phone sign-in, and code generation.
7,523 questions
Windows 365 Business
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.
75 questions
asked 2024-10-24T11:05:42.0466667+00:00
Velibor Božić 0 Reputation points
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.

Windows Server 2019
Windows Server 2019
A Microsoft server operating system that supports enterprise-level management updated to data storage.
3,849 questions
Hyper-V
Hyper-V
A Windows technology providing a hypervisor-based virtualization solution enabling customers to consolidate workloads onto a single server.
2,774 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.
75 questions
asked 2024-10-18T05:26:12.4966667+00:00
Vacar, Adrian 0 Reputation points
answered 2024-10-18T06:54:39.0933333+00:00
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,…

SQL Server on Azure Virtual Machines
Azure Cost Management
Azure Cost Management
A Microsoft offering that enables tracking of cloud usage and expenditures for Azure and other cloud providers.
2,840 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.
75 questions
asked 2024-05-11T14:17:16.05+00:00
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…

Windows Server
Windows Server
A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.
13,486 questions
Remote Desktop
Remote Desktop
A Microsoft app that connects remotely to computers and to virtual apps and desktops.
4,654 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.
75 questions
asked 2024-10-07T12:11:21.5466667+00:00
Rajesh Nai 0 Reputation points
answered 2024-10-14T09:47:10.37+00:00
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…

Windows Server
Windows Server
A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.
13,486 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.
75 questions
asked 2024-10-02T05:07:15.2866667+00:00
Alien 0 Reputation points
edited an answer 2024-10-07T02:35:46.0766667+00:00
Hania Lian 19,906 Reputation points Microsoft Vendor