Windows Server 2019 RDS Device CAL

Windows Server 2019 RDS Device CALs license individual devices to connect to Remote Desktop session hosts running Windows Server 2019. Each Device CAL covers one PC, thin client or terminal, however many people use it. That makes it the most cost-effective choice for shared workstations, shift work and computer labs.

When to Choose Device CALs

Available Pack Sizes

Choose 5, 10, 20 or 50 devices in the options above.

Compatibility

• Windows Server 2019 RDS CALs license connections to RD Session Hosts running Windows Server 2019 or earlier.
• They must be installed on an RD Licensing server running Windows Server 2019 or later.
• Session hosts on Server 2022 need 2022 RDS CALs.
• RDS CALs are required in addition to standard Windows Server CALs.

How to Install Device CALs

1. Add the Remote Desktop Licensing role and activate the licence server in RD Licensing Manager.
2. Right-click the server and choose Install Licenses.
3. Select the licence programme matching your purchase and enter the code from your order email.
4. Choose Windows Server 2019 and RDS Per Device CAL, then enter the quantity.
5. Set the RD Session Host licensing mode to Per Device and point it to your licence server.

Step-by-step screenshots: how to apply and activate RDS CALs on Windows Server.

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Windows Server 2019 RDS Device CAL FAQ

What is the RDS grace period?

A session host works for 120 days without CALs. After that, connections are blocked until licences are installed.

Are Device CALs tracked?

Yes. The licence server issues a CAL to each connecting device and tracks it automatically.

Can I use 2019 Device CALs on a Server 2022 host?

No. CALs must be the same version as the session host or newer.

Do admins need RDS CALs?

No. Two simultaneous admin sessions are allowed without RDS CALs.

Can I move CALs to another licence server?

Yes, usually through reactivation with Microsoft's Clearinghouse. We can help you through it.

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