Fast Facts About Windows Server 2016 CALs
CALs are no longer part of the Windows Server 2016 license. They must be purchased separately.
Fast Facts About Windows Server 2016 CALs
Customers need to buy Windows Server CALs for users or devices that access the server.
Fast Facts About Windows Server 2016 CALs
CALs are used in conjunction with Microsoft server software licenses to allow users and devices to access and utilize the services of that server software.
Fast Facts About Windows Server 2016 CALs
No CAL is needed for unauthenticated access through the Internet.
Fast Facts About Windows Server 2016 CALs
Device and user CALs, as well as Remote Desktop Services (RDS) devices and user CALs, can be used on the same server.
Fast Facts About Windows Server 2016 CALs
CALs are version-specific and may be used to access the corresponding version of Windows Server or any previous version. Software Assurance may be purchased for CALs.3
- Boost your sales revenues by adding the CAL cost to your deals which increase deal size
- Improve customer satisfaction by knowing they are compliant for any users / clients / device licenses
Adding Windows Server 2016 CALs to the sale can help:
- CALs must be purchased separately and are not part of the Windows Server 2016 license
- CALs should be sold with Windows Server 2016 at the point of purchase
Best practice for sellers:
Understanding Windows Server 2016 CALs
CALs are required for users or devices that have direct access to the server
A Windows Server 2016 Client Access License is a license that gives users and devices the right to legally access a Windows Server.
CALs are cost-effective and scalable
Customers pay only for the Client licensing they need. They can adapt their licensing needs by buying CALs as their businesses grow.
Types of Windows Server 2016 CALs
USER CALs
Single user with unlimited devices
Ideal for companies with employees who need to have roaming access to the corporate network using multiple devices, as well as from unknown devices.
Device CALs
Single device with unlimited users
Ideal for multiple users for one device, such as shift workers.
RDS CALs
Required for remote desktop access
Ideal for users who need to access programs or the desktop remotely.
Note: Remote Desktop Services requires a Windows Server CAL and an RDS CAL for each user/device.
| 1. | One physical or one virtual + Hyper-V. |
| 2. | Windows Server 2016 Standard Edition entitles up to 2 VMs or 2 Hyper-V containers. |
| 3. | Software Assurance may be purchased through Volume Licensing. |
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