{"title":"Windows Server","description":"\u003cp\u003eGenuine Windows Server licences for businesses and homelabs: \u003ca href=\"\/it\/collections\/windows-server-2025\"\u003eServer 2025\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/it\/collections\/windows-server-2022\"\u003eServer 2022\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/it\/collections\/windows-server-2019\"\u003eServer 2019\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/it\/collections\/windows-server-2016\"\u003eServer 2016\u003c\/a\u003e in Standard, Datacenter and Essentials editions, plus Remote Desktop Services CALs. Every key is delivered instantly by email and backed by our 30-day money-back guarantee and lifetime replacement warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"windows-server-2025-standard","title":"Windows Server 2025 Standard","description":"\u003cul class=\"product-highlights\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLicence type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Retail product key, one server\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCore coverage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16 cores included (8 per processor minimum)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVirtualisation rights:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 operating system environments or Hyper-V containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCALs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sold separately — user or device CALs required per client\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDelivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Key emailed after payment clears, no physical media\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is Windows Server 2025 Standard?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWindows Server 2025 Standard is Microsoft's general-purpose server operating system for businesses running physical or lightly virtualised workloads. It became generally available in November 2024 and is licensed per physical core, with a 16-core minimum per server, and includes rights to run two operating system environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt suits file servers, domain controllers, print services, line-of-business applications, and small Hyper-V hosts. If you plan to run more than two virtual machines on one host, Datacenter is the cheaper licence per VM.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey features of Windows Server 2025 Standard\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHotpatching support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply most security updates to a running server without a reboot. Requires the server to be connected to Azure Arc and enrolled in the hotpatching subscription.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eActive Directory improvements:\u003c\/strong\u003e New domain and forest functional levels, a 32K database page size on new domain controllers, and NUMA support that lets AD use CPUs beyond processor group 0.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSMB hardening:\u003c\/strong\u003e SMB over QUIC in Standard edition, mandatory signing by default, and rate limiting on authentication attempts to slow brute-force attacks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTLS 1.3 for LDAPS:\u003c\/strong\u003e Directory traffic can use the current TLS version rather than falling back to older suites.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage Spaces Direct and ReFS improvements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Faster provisioning and better performance on NVMe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHyper-V with GPU partitioning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Split a physical GPU across multiple virtual machines for AI and graphics workloads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDelegated Managed Service Accounts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Replaces older service accounts with credentials that rotate automatically.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow this licence activates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a retail product key. You install Windows Server 2025 Standard from Microsoft's own ISO, then enter the key during setup or afterwards under Settings, and it validates against Microsoft's activation servers over the internet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe key binds to the installation, not to a Microsoft account. That matters when hardware changes: replacing a motherboard or migrating to different physical hardware is a new installation from the licensing point of view, and the key may need to be reactivated. If reactivation fails, contact our support team. Keep your key and order reference somewhere retrievable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf activation returns an error, the most common cause is an edition mismatch — a Standard key entered on a Datacenter installation will be rejected even though both are valid. Check the edition you installed before assuming the key is at fault.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eClient Access Licences\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe server licence covers the server. Every user or device that connects to it also needs a Client Access Licence, purchased separately. Choose user CALs when people connect from several devices each, and device CALs when several people share one machine, such as a shift-based workstation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemote Desktop Services needs its own CALs on top of the standard ones. If you are setting up an RDS host, you will need \u003ca href=\"\/it\/products\/device-cal-for-windows-server-2022-remote-desktop-services-rds\"\u003eRDS Device CALs\u003c\/a\u003e as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStandard vs Datacenter vs Essentials\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e \u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEssentials\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStandard\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDatacenter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLicensing model\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePer server\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePer core, 16 minimum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePer core, 16 minimum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVirtual machines included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnlimited\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCALs required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStorage Spaces Direct\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoftware-defined networking\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest for\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnder 25 users, single server\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePhysical or 1–2 VM workloads\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDense virtualisation, private cloud\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe break-even is roughly four to six virtual machines. Below that, stacking Standard licences is cheaper; above it, \u003ca href=\"\/it\/products\/microsoft-windows-server-2025-datacenter\"\u003eWindows Server 2025 Datacenter\u003c\/a\u003e costs less per VM and unlocks Storage Spaces Direct.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many cores does one licence cover?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne licence covers 16 physical cores, with a minimum of 8 cores per processor. A server with more than 16 cores needs additional core packs to reach its total physical core count. Core counts are based on physical cores, not logical threads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I run virtual machines with Standard edition?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Standard includes rights for two operating system environments, meaning two virtual machines plus the Hyper-V host itself if the host runs nothing else. Additional pairs of VMs require additional Standard licences on the same server.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need Client Access Licences as well?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The server licence permits the operating system to run; CALs permit clients to connect to it. Each user or device accessing the server needs one, and Remote Desktop Services requires separate RDS CALs on top.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I downgrade to Server 2022 or 2019?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDowngrade rights depend on the licence programme the key was issued under and are not automatic on every retail purchase. If you specifically need an older version, buy \u003ca href=\"\/it\/products\/windows-server-2022-standard\"\u003eWindows Server 2022 Standard\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/it\/products\/windows-server-2019-standard\"\u003eWindows Server 2019 Standard\u003c\/a\u003e directly rather than relying on downgrade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere do I download the installation media?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDownload the ISO from Microsoft's Evaluation Center or your volume licensing portal, then activate it with the key supplied here. We do not host installation files.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated products\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/it\/products\/microsoft-windows-server-2025-datacenter\"\u003eWindows Server 2025 Datacenter\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/it\/products\/windows-server-2022-standard\"\u003eWindows Server 2022 Standard\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/it\/products\/windows-server-2019-standard\"\u003eWindows Server 2019 Standard\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/it\/products\/device-cal-for-windows-server-2022-remote-desktop-services-rds\"\u003eRDS Device CALs for Windows Server 2022\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/it\/products\/windows-2019-server-rds-cal-50\"\u003eWindows Server 2019 RDS CAL 50-Pack\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/it\/products\/microsoft-sql-server-2025-standard\"\u003eSQL Server 2025 Standard\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOrder your Windows Server 2025 Standard licence key today and receive it by email, with activation support included if you need it.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MS Software Swap","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45701156274311,"sku":null,"price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/9943\/7191\/files\/server-2022-standard-2.png?v=1787927901"},{"product_id":"microsoft-windows-server-2025-datacenter","title":"Microsoft Windows Server 2025 Datacenter","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMicrosoft Windows Server 2025 Datacenter\u003c\/strong\u003e is the edition built for heavily virtualised hosts and private clouds. It gives you unlimited virtual machines on the licensed server, plus Storage Spaces Direct, software-defined networking and shielded VMs. Buy a genuine \u003cstrong\u003eWindows Server 2025 Datacenter license key\u003c\/strong\u003e and activate the newest Long-Term Servicing Channel release, supported by Microsoft into 2034.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat Does Datacenter Add Over Standard?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnlimited virtual machines\u003c\/strong\u003e — run as many Windows Server VMs and Hyper-V containers as the host can handle. Standard covers only two.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage Spaces Direct\u003c\/strong\u003e — build hyperconverged clusters from local disks, with no SAN required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoftware-defined networking\u003c\/strong\u003e — Network Controller, virtual networks and software load balancing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShielded VMs and Host Guardian Service\u003c\/strong\u003e — protect VMs from compromised or rogue host admins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnrestricted Storage Replica\u003c\/strong\u003e — Standard is limited to one partnership and a single volume of up to 2 TB.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's New in Windows Server 2025\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHotpatching\u003c\/strong\u003e through Azure Arc, so most security updates install without a reboot (a paid Azure Arc subscription).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eActive Directory upgrades\u003c\/strong\u003e — new functional levels, a 32K database page size and delegated Managed Service Accounts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSMB security\u003c\/strong\u003e — signing required by default, SMB over QUIC and brute-force rate limiting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGPU partitioning in Hyper-V\u003c\/strong\u003e — share one physical GPU across several VMs, including live migration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNVMe storage performance\u003c\/strong\u003e improvements across Storage Spaces Direct and ReFS.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDatacenter or Standard? The VM Break-Even\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWorkload\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest edition\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePhysical server, or up to 2 VMs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/it\/products\/windows-server-2025-standard\"\u003eWindows Server 2025 Standard\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRoughly 4–6 VMs or more on one host\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDatacenter (cheaper per VM)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHyperconverged cluster (Storage Spaces Direct)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDatacenter only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShielded VMs, SDN, private cloud\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDatacenter only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003eMicrosoft's \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learn.microsoft.com\/en-us\/windows-server\/get-started\/editions-comparison\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eofficial editions comparison\u003c\/a\u003e lists every feature difference.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eLicensing and Support Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLicensing model:\u003c\/strong\u003e per physical core, with a minimum of 16 cores per server and 8 per processor. Servers with more cores need additional core licences.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLicence type:\u003c\/strong\u003e one-time purchase, no subscription.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupport:\u003c\/strong\u003e mainstream support until November 13, 2029 and security updates until November 14, 2034, according to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learn.microsoft.com\/en-us\/lifecycle\/products\/windows-server-2025\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMicrosoft's lifecycle page\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to Install and Activate\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDownload the Windows Server 2025 ISO from the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/evalcenter\/evaluate-windows-server-2025\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMicrosoft Evaluation Center\u003c\/a\u003e and install the \u003cstrong\u003eDesktop Experience\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eServer Core\u003c\/strong\u003e option.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvaluation installs must be converted before a retail key will activate. Open an elevated Command Prompt and run: \u003ccode\u003eDISM \/Online \/Set-Edition:ServerDatacenter \/ProductKey:XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX \/AcceptEula\u003c\/code\u003e, then restart when prompted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf the server is already a full (non-evaluation) installation, enter the key under \u003cstrong\u003eSettings → System → Activation\u003c\/strong\u003e or run \u003ccode\u003eslmgr \/ipk\u003c\/code\u003e followed by \u003ccode\u003eslmgr \/ato\u003c\/code\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActivation is online, so make sure the server is connected to the internet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTip:\u003c\/strong\u003e an evaluation edition that has already been promoted to a domain controller can't be converted with DISM. Convert first, then promote, or demote it before converting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDo You Need Client Access Licences?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The server licence lets you run Windows Server; every user or device that connects to it also needs a Windows Server CAL. If people will use Remote Desktop to run apps or desktops on the server, each user or device additionally needs an RDS CAL, such as our \u003ca href=\"\/it\/products\/device-cal-for-windows-server-2022-remote-desktop-services-rds\"\u003eRDS Device CALs\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy From MicrosoftSoftwareSwap?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e30-day money-back guarantee\u003c\/strong\u003e — if the key does not work for you, request a refund within 30 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifetime replacement warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e — if an activated key ever stops working, we replace it free of charge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstant email delivery\u003c\/strong\u003e — key and activation instructions by email, usually within minutes, plus an invoice for your records.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFree 24\/7 support\u003c\/strong\u003e by email and Discord, including activation and edition conversion help.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWindows Server 2025 Datacenter FAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes one licence really cover unlimited VMs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, on the physical server whose cores are fully licensed. If a VM moves to another host, that host must also be licensed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow many cores does the licence cover?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWindows Server is licensed per physical core, with a 16-core minimum per server. Count physical cores, not threads, and license every core in the server.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I use a Datacenter key on a Standard installation?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, if you convert the edition with DISM first. Entering a Datacenter key directly on a Standard install returns an edition-mismatch error.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs Datacenter: Azure Edition the same product?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. Azure Edition runs only on Azure or Azure Local and is licensed differently. This key is for regular Windows Server 2025 Datacenter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eNeed a database server too?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePair Datacenter with \u003ca href=\"\/it\/products\/microsoft-sql-server-2025-standard\"\u003eSQL Server 2025 Standard\u003c\/a\u003e for business databases running on your VMs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrder your \u003cstrong\u003eWindows Server 2025 Datacenter key\u003c\/strong\u003e today and build your virtualisation host on Microsoft's newest server platform.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Microsoft","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45701156569223,"sku":null,"price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/9943\/7191\/files\/server-2022-standard-3.png?v=1787927909"},{"product_id":"windows-server-2019-standard","title":"Windows Server 2019 Standard (Digital Key)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMicrosoft Windows Server 2019 Standard\u003c\/strong\u003e is a stable, mature server operating system for physical servers and small virtual environments. It includes rights to run two virtual machines on each fully licensed server and receives security updates until January 2029. Buy a genuine \u003cstrong\u003eWindows Server 2019 Standard license key\u003c\/strong\u003e at a budget price for domain controllers, file servers and line-of-business apps.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWindows Server 2019 Standard Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWindows Admin Center\u003c\/strong\u003e — browser-based management for servers, clusters and Hyper-V.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSystem Insights\u003c\/strong\u003e — local predictive analytics that forecast CPU, storage and network capacity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage Migration Service\u003c\/strong\u003e — move file servers from older Windows Server versions with inventory, transfer and cutover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMicrosoft Defender ATP\u003c\/strong\u003e integration and Windows Defender Exploit Guard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLinux and Kubernetes container support\u003c\/strong\u003e, built-in OpenSSH and Windows Subsystem for Linux.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWho Should Still Buy Server 2019?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExisting 2019 environments\u003c\/strong\u003e adding or replacing a server with identical builds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoftware certified only on 2019\u003c\/strong\u003e, common with older ERP, accounting and industrial systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBudget labs and training\u003c\/strong\u003e for Active Directory, DNS, DHCP and Group Policy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupport status:\u003c\/strong\u003e Windows Server 2019 left mainstream support in January 2024 and receives security updates until \u003cstrong\u003eJanuary 9, 2029\u003c\/strong\u003e, according to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learn.microsoft.com\/en-us\/lifecycle\/products\/windows-server-2019\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMicrosoft's lifecycle page\u003c\/a\u003e. For new deployments, \u003ca href=\"\/it\/collections\/windows-server-2025\"\u003eWindows Server 2025\u003c\/a\u003e is supported until 2034.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eLicensing Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eItem\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLicensing basis\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePer physical core, 16-core minimum per server\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVirtualisation rights\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 VMs per fully licensed server\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLicence type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne-time purchase\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCALs required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlanning more than two VMs? \u003ca href=\"\/it\/products\/windows-server-datacenter-2019\"\u003eWindows Server 2019 Datacenter\u003c\/a\u003e includes unlimited VMs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to Install and Activate\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDownload the Windows Server 2019 ISO from the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/evalcenter\/evaluate-windows-server-2019\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMicrosoft Evaluation Center\u003c\/a\u003e and install \u003cstrong\u003eDesktop Experience\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eServer Core\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConvert the evaluation edition before activating: \u003ccode\u003eDISM \/Online \/Set-Edition:ServerStandard \/ProductKey:XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX \/AcceptEula\u003c\/code\u003e, then restart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOn a full (non-evaluation) installation, run \u003ccode\u003eslmgr \/ipk\u003c\/code\u003e with your key, then \u003ccode\u003eslmgr \/ato\u003c\/code\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActivation is online, so make sure the server is connected to the internet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDo You Need CALs?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Every user or device that connects to Standard or Datacenter needs a Windows Server CAL. Remote Desktop users also need RDS CALs: \u003ca href=\"\/it\/products\/windows-2019-server-rds-cal-50\"\u003eRDS User CALs\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/it\/products\/device-cal-for-windows-server-2019-remote-desktop-services-rds\"\u003eRDS Device CALs\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy From MicrosoftSoftwareSwap?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e30-day money-back guarantee\u003c\/strong\u003e — if the key does not work for you, request a refund within 30 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifetime replacement warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e — if an activated key ever stops working, we replace it free of charge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstant email delivery\u003c\/strong\u003e — key and activation instructions by email, usually within minutes, plus an invoice for your records.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFree 24\/7 support\u003c\/strong\u003e by email and Discord, including activation and edition conversion help.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWindows Server 2019 Standard FAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs Windows Server 2019 still supported?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, for security updates until January 9, 2029. Mainstream support, which covered non-security fixes, ended in January 2024.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eServer 2019 or Server 2022?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose \u003ca href=\"\/it\/products\/windows-server-2022-standard\"\u003eServer 2022\u003c\/a\u003e or 2025 for new projects. Choose 2019 to match existing servers or meet a vendor requirement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I upgrade 2019 to a newer version later?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Server 2019 can be upgraded in place to 2022 or 2025, with a licence for the newer version.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow many VMs can I run?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTwo per fully licensed server. License all cores again to add two more.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy won't my key activate?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUsually the server is still an evaluation build or a different edition. Run the DISM conversion above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrder your \u003cstrong\u003eWindows Server 2019 Standard key\u003c\/strong\u003e today, delivered by email with activation support.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Microsoft","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45701163712647,"sku":"10171","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/9943\/7191\/files\/server-2019-standard.png?v=1787928119"},{"product_id":"windows-server-2019-essential-keys","title":"Windows Server 2019 Essentials (Digital Key)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWindows Server 2019 Essentials Key\u003c\/strong\u003e is an affordable, one-time licence for small businesses that need one server for up to 25 users, with no CALs to buy. This page is a practical setup checklist: what to prepare, how to activate, and what to watch for so your first server runs smoothly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eEssentials at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLimit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWindows Server 2019 Essentials\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum users\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum devices\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCALs required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo — included for up to 25 users\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProcessors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 2 physical CPUs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVirtualisation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRuns on 1 physical server or as 1 VM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLicensing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePer server (not per core)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecurity updates until\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJanuary 9, 2029\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSmall-Office Server Setup Checklist\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize the hardware\u003c\/strong\u003e — 2 processors maximum. Allow 16 GB RAM and SSD storage for a comfortable file and AD server.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlan your domain name\u003c\/strong\u003e — use a subdomain you own, such as \u003ccode\u003ead.yourcompany.com\u003c\/code\u003e, rather than \u003ccode\u003e.local\u003c\/code\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstall and activate\u003c\/strong\u003e Essentials using the steps below.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdd roles\u003c\/strong\u003e — Active Directory Domain Services, DNS, DHCP and File Server.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSet up backups\u003c\/strong\u003e — Windows Server Backup to an external drive or NAS, plus an off-site copy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManage it remotely\u003c\/strong\u003e with Windows Admin Center from any browser on your network.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Windows Server 2019 Essentials no longer includes the \"Essentials Experience\" role from earlier versions: the dashboard, client PC backup and Remote Web Access. It is the full Windows Server operating system with Essentials licensing limits. Plan to use standard tools such as Windows Admin Center and Windows Server Backup instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to Install and Activate\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstall Windows Server 2019 Essentials from Essentials installation media.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen an elevated Command Prompt and run \u003ccode\u003eslmgr \/ipk XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX\u003c\/code\u003e, then \u003ccode\u003eslmgr \/ato\u003c\/code\u003e. You can also go to \u003cstrong\u003eSettings → Update \u0026amp; Security → Activation\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActivation is online, so make sure the server is connected to the internet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003cp\u003eWant the full Essentials vs Standard comparison? See our \u003ca href=\"\/it\/products\/windows-server-essentials-2019\"\u003eWindows Server 2019 Essentials guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy From MicrosoftSoftwareSwap?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e30-day money-back guarantee\u003c\/strong\u003e — if the key does not work for you, request a refund within 30 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifetime replacement warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e — if an activated key ever stops working, we replace it free of charge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstant email delivery\u003c\/strong\u003e — key and activation instructions by email, usually within minutes, plus an invoice for your records.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFree 24\/7 support\u003c\/strong\u003e by email and Discord, including activation help.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eServer 2019 Essentials Key FAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs this the full Windows Server?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. 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The key is delivered by email with activation instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Facts at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eItem\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEdition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWindows Server 2019 Datacenter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVirtualisation rights\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnlimited VMs on the licensed host\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLicensing basis\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePer physical core, 16-core minimum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecurity updates until\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJanuary 9, 2029\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDelivery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct key and instructions by email\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePopular Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHomelab Hyper-V hosts\u003c\/strong\u003e running many test VMs for certification practice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage Spaces Direct labs\u003c\/strong\u003e to learn hyperconverged infrastructure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpanding an existing 2019 cluster\u003c\/strong\u003e with a matching node.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eWant the full feature list? 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Licensing is still based on the physical host's cores.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it include Windows Server CALs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. CALs are licensed separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill it activate Server 2022 or 2025?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. For newer releases, see \u003ca href=\"\/it\/products\/microsoft-windows-server-2025-datacenter\"\u003eWindows Server 2025 Datacenter\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs this a subscription?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. It's a one-time purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat if the key doesn't work?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe'll troubleshoot with you, replace it, or refund you within 30 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGet your \u003cstrong\u003eWindows Server 2019 Datacenter key\u003c\/strong\u003e now at a budget price.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Microsoft","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45701165187207,"sku":"10161","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/9943\/7191\/files\/server-2019-datacenter.png?v=1787928138"},{"product_id":"windows-server-2022-standard-lifetime-license","title":"Windows Server 2022 Standard – Lifetime License","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWindows Server 2022 Standard – Lifetime License\u003c\/strong\u003e is a perpetual, one-time-purchase licence for Windows Server 2022 Standard. There are no renewals or subscription fees: once activated, the server stays licensed for as long as you run it. It's an affordable way to license test labs, homelabs and small-business servers on a stable, well-documented platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat \"Lifetime License\" Means for a Server\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA perpetual licence means your right to use Windows Server 2022 doesn't expire. That is different from Microsoft's support lifecycle, which decides how long the software receives updates:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eQuestion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAnswer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDoes the licence ever expire?\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo. It's a one-time purchase.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecurity updates until\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOctober 14, 2031\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMainstream support ends\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOctober 13, 2026\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWill the server stop working after 2031?\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo, but it will no longer receive security fixes.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePopular Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHomelabs and certification study\u003c\/strong\u003e for Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy and Hyper-V.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTest and staging servers\u003c\/strong\u003e that mirror existing Server 2022 production systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmall-business servers\u003c\/strong\u003e for file sharing, printing and a domain controller.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eIncluded Server 2022 Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSecured-core server\u003c\/strong\u003e — hardware root of trust, firmware protection and virtualisation-based security on supported hardware.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTLS 1.3 on by default\u003c\/strong\u003e and a built-in DNS-over-HTTPS client.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSMB AES-256 encryption\u003c\/strong\u003e and SMB compression for faster, safer file transfers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHyper-V improvements\u003c\/strong\u003e, including nested virtualisation on AMD processors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAzure hybrid tools\u003c\/strong\u003e — Azure Arc, Azure Backup and Storage Migration Service through Windows Admin Center.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eLicensing Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Windows Server 2022 Standard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVirtualisation:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 VMs per fully licensed server.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLicensing basis:\u003c\/strong\u003e per physical core, 16-core minimum per server.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePack options:\u003c\/strong\u003e choose the pack size in the options above. Your order confirmation lists exactly what the pack contains and how to activate it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to Install and Activate\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDownload the Windows Server 2022 ISO from the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/evalcenter\/evaluate-windows-server-2022\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMicrosoft Evaluation Center\u003c\/a\u003e and install the \u003cstrong\u003eDesktop Experience\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eServer Core\u003c\/strong\u003e option.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvaluation installs must be converted before a retail key will activate. Open an elevated Command Prompt and run: \u003ccode\u003eDISM \/Online \/Set-Edition:ServerStandard \/ProductKey:XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX \/AcceptEula\u003c\/code\u003e, then restart when prompted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf the server is already a full (non-evaluation) installation, enter the key under \u003cstrong\u003eSettings → System → Activation\u003c\/strong\u003e or run \u003ccode\u003eslmgr \/ipk\u003c\/code\u003e followed by \u003ccode\u003eslmgr \/ato\u003c\/code\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActivation is online, so make sure the server is connected to the internet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003cp\u003ePrefer a full walkthrough? Read our \u003ca href=\"\/it\/blogs\/blog\/how-to-download-install-and-activate-windows-server-2022-standard\"\u003estep-by-step Server 2022 installation guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDo You Need Client Access Licences?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The server licence lets you run Windows Server; every user or device that connects to it also needs a Windows Server CAL. Remote Desktop users additionally need RDS CALs, such as our \u003ca href=\"\/it\/products\/device-cal-for-windows-server-2022-remote-desktop-services-rds\"\u003eWindows Server 2022 RDS Device CALs\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy From MicrosoftSoftwareSwap?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e30-day money-back guarantee\u003c\/strong\u003e — if the key does not work for you, request a refund within 30 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifetime replacement warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e — if an activated key ever stops working, we replace it free of charge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstant email delivery\u003c\/strong\u003e — key and activation instructions by email, usually within minutes, plus an invoice for your records.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFree 24\/7 support\u003c\/strong\u003e by email and Discord, including activation and edition conversion help.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eServer 2022 Standard Lifetime License FAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs this a subscription?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. You pay once, and the licence never expires.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's the difference between this and your other Server 2022 Standard listing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBoth activate Windows Server 2022 Standard. 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It's aimed at IT professionals who already know Datacenter is right for them and want the key fast, with clear activation instructions and support if anything goes wrong.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Facts at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eItem\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEdition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWindows Server 2025 Datacenter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVirtualisation rights\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnlimited VMs and Hyper-V containers on the licensed host\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLicensing basis\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePer physical core, 16-core minimum per server\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDelivery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct key and instructions by email\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eActivation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOnline\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecurity updates until\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNovember 14, 2034\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWho Should Buy Datacenter?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHyper-V hosts\u003c\/strong\u003e running more than a handful of Windows Server VMs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHomelab and test environments\u003c\/strong\u003e that spin VMs up and down constantly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClusters\u003c\/strong\u003e using Storage Spaces Direct or Storage Replica.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMSPs and hosting providers\u003c\/strong\u003e consolidating customer workloads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eRunning just one or two workloads? \u003ca href=\"\/it\/products\/windows-server-2025-standard-retail\"\u003eWindows Server 2025 Standard\u003c\/a\u003e costs less. For a full feature walkthrough, see our \u003ca href=\"\/it\/products\/microsoft-windows-server-2025-datacenter\"\u003eWindows Server 2025 Datacenter guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to Install and Activate\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDownload the Windows Server 2025 ISO from the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/evalcenter\/evaluate-windows-server-2025\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMicrosoft Evaluation Center\u003c\/a\u003e and install the \u003cstrong\u003eDesktop Experience\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eServer Core\u003c\/strong\u003e option.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvaluation installs must be converted before a retail key will activate. Open an elevated Command Prompt and run: \u003ccode\u003eDISM \/Online \/Set-Edition:ServerDatacenter \/ProductKey:XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX \/AcceptEula\u003c\/code\u003e, then restart when prompted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf the server is already a full (non-evaluation) installation, enter the key under \u003cstrong\u003eSettings → System → Activation\u003c\/strong\u003e or run \u003ccode\u003eslmgr \/ipk\u003c\/code\u003e followed by \u003ccode\u003eslmgr \/ato\u003c\/code\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActivation is online, so make sure the server is connected to the internet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTip:\u003c\/strong\u003e an evaluation edition that has already been promoted to a domain controller can't be converted with DISM. 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If people will use Remote Desktop to run apps or desktops on the server, each user or device additionally needs an RDS CAL, such as our \u003ca href=\"\/it\/products\/device-cal-for-windows-server-2022-remote-desktop-services-rds\"\u003eRDS Device CALs\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy From MicrosoftSoftwareSwap?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e30-day money-back guarantee\u003c\/strong\u003e — if the key does not work for you, request a refund within 30 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifetime replacement warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e — if an activated key ever stops working, we replace it free of charge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstant email delivery\u003c\/strong\u003e — key and activation instructions by email, usually within minutes, plus an invoice for your records.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFree 24\/7 support\u003c\/strong\u003e by email and Discord, including activation and edition conversion help.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDatacenter Retail Key FAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I use this key on a virtual machine?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. 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It's a one-time purchase, delivered by email with step-by-step activation instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat Windows Server 2025 Standard Is Best For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDomain controllers\u003c\/strong\u003e taking advantage of the new Active Directory functional levels and delegated Managed Service Accounts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFile and print servers\u003c\/strong\u003e with SMB signing by default and SMB over QUIC for secure remote access without a VPN.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLine-of-business apps\u003c\/strong\u003e and small SQL Server workloads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmall Hyper-V hosts\u003c\/strong\u003e running up to two Windows Server VMs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Facts at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eItem\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEdition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWindows Server 2025 Standard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVirtualisation rights\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 VMs (OSEs) per fully licensed server\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLicensing basis\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePer physical core, 16-core minimum per server\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDelivery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct key and instructions by email\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMainstream support until\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNovember 13, 2029\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecurity updates until\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNovember 14, 2034\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eStandard vs Datacenter\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStandard covers two VMs. Planning four to six or more VMs on one host, or Storage Spaces Direct? \u003ca href=\"\/it\/products\/windows-server-2025-datacenter-retail-keys\"\u003eWindows Server 2025 Datacenter\u003c\/a\u003e is the better value. Our in-depth \u003ca href=\"\/it\/products\/windows-server-2025-standard\"\u003eWindows Server 2025 Standard guide\u003c\/a\u003e covers every new feature and the full edition comparison.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to Install and Activate\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDownload the Windows Server 2025 ISO from the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/evalcenter\/evaluate-windows-server-2025\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMicrosoft Evaluation Center\u003c\/a\u003e and install the \u003cstrong\u003eDesktop Experience\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eServer Core\u003c\/strong\u003e option.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvaluation installs must be converted before a retail key will activate. Open an elevated Command Prompt and run: \u003ccode\u003eDISM \/Online \/Set-Edition:ServerStandard \/ProductKey:XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX \/AcceptEula\u003c\/code\u003e, then restart when prompted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf the server is already a full (non-evaluation) installation, enter the key under \u003cstrong\u003eSettings → System → Activation\u003c\/strong\u003e or run \u003ccode\u003eslmgr \/ipk\u003c\/code\u003e followed by \u003ccode\u003eslmgr \/ato\u003c\/code\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActivation is online, so make sure the server is connected to the internet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTip:\u003c\/strong\u003e an evaluation edition that has already been promoted to a domain controller can't be converted with DISM. Convert first, then promote, or demote it before converting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDo You Need Client Access Licences?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The server licence lets you run Windows Server; every user or device that connects to it also needs a Windows Server CAL. If people will use Remote Desktop to run apps or desktops on the server, each user or device additionally needs an RDS CAL, such as our \u003ca href=\"\/it\/products\/device-cal-for-windows-server-2022-remote-desktop-services-rds\"\u003eRDS Device CALs\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy From MicrosoftSoftwareSwap?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e30-day money-back guarantee\u003c\/strong\u003e — if the key does not work for you, request a refund within 30 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifetime replacement warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e — if an activated key ever stops working, we replace it free of charge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstant email delivery\u003c\/strong\u003e — key and activation instructions by email, usually within minutes, plus an invoice for your records.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFree 24\/7 support\u003c\/strong\u003e by email and Discord, including activation and edition conversion help.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWindows Server 2025 Standard Retail FAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I run more than two VMs with Standard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, by licensing all the server's cores again with another Standard licence, which adds two more VMs. For many VMs, Datacenter is cheaper.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I upgrade my Server 2022 in place?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Windows Server 2025 supports in-place upgrades from Windows Server 2012 R2 and later. Take a full backup first.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it work on Server Core?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The same key activates both Server Core and Desktop Experience installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat if my server has more than 16 cores?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery physical core must be licensed. Servers with more than 16 cores need additional core licences.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs hotpatching included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWindows Server 2025 supports hotpatching, but it requires connecting the server to Azure Arc and a separate paid hotpatch subscription.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrder your \u003cstrong\u003eWindows Server 2025 Standard retail key\u003c\/strong\u003e today — delivered by email with full activation support.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Microsoft","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45701174624391,"sku":"14121","price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/9943\/7191\/files\/server-2022-standard-2_366cb8c7-4f17-43a0-984f-5f24e0604130.png?v=1787928336"},{"product_id":"windows-server-2016-datacenter","title":"Windows Server 2016 Datacenter","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMicrosoft Windows Server 2016 Datacenter\u003c\/strong\u003e is the edition of Windows Server 2016 built for virtualisation. It gives you unlimited VMs on the licensed host and introduced Storage Spaces Direct, shielded VMs and software-defined networking. Buy a genuine \u003cstrong\u003eWindows Server 2016 Datacenter license key\u003c\/strong\u003e at a low price for labs, testing and existing 2016 Hyper-V hosts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDatacenter-Only Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnlimited VMs and Hyper-V containers\u003c\/strong\u003e per fully licensed host.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage Spaces Direct\u003c\/strong\u003e — hyperconverged storage from local disks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShielded VMs and Host Guardian Service\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoftware-defined networking\u003c\/strong\u003e with Network Controller.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage Replica\u003c\/strong\u003e for block-level replication between servers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eIncluded in Every Server 2016 Edition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWindows and Hyper-V containers\u003c\/strong\u003e for packaging and isolating applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCredential Guard and Device Guard\u003c\/strong\u003e — virtualisation-based protection for credentials and code integrity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJust Enough Administration\u003c\/strong\u003e to limit admin rights through PowerShell.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHyper-V improvements\u003c\/strong\u003e — hot-add memory and network adapters, and nested virtualisation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupport status:\u003c\/strong\u003e Windows Server 2016 receives security updates only until \u003cstrong\u003eJanuary 12, 2027\u003c\/strong\u003e, according to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learn.microsoft.com\/en-us\/lifecycle\/products\/windows-server-2016\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMicrosoft's lifecycle page\u003c\/a\u003e. It suits labs, legacy apps and short-term needs. For anything that must stay in production beyond 2026, choose \u003ca href=\"\/it\/collections\/windows-server-2025\"\u003eWindows Server 2025\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDatacenter or Standard?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStandard\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDatacenter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVMs per licensed host\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnlimited\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStorage Spaces Direct \/ SDN \/ Shielded VMs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest for\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePhysical or 1–2 VM servers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVirtualisation labs and hosts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnly need one or two workloads? \u003ca href=\"\/it\/products\/windows-server-standard-2016\"\u003eWindows Server 2016 Standard\u003c\/a\u003e is enough.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to Install and Activate\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDownload the Windows Server 2016 ISO from the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/evalcenter\/evaluate-windows-server-2016\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMicrosoft Evaluation Center\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConvert an evaluation install before activating: \u003ccode\u003eDISM \/Online \/Set-Edition:ServerDatacenter \/ProductKey:XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX \/AcceptEula\u003c\/code\u003e, then restart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOn a full installation, run \u003ccode\u003eslmgr \/ipk\u003c\/code\u003e with your key, then \u003ccode\u003eslmgr \/ato\u003c\/code\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActivation is online, so make sure the server is connected to the internet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003cp\u003eScreenshots and more detail: \u003ca href=\"\/it\/blogs\/blog\/download-install-and-activate-windows-server-2016-datacenter\"\u003eour Server 2016 Datacenter installation guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy From MicrosoftSoftwareSwap?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e30-day money-back guarantee\u003c\/strong\u003e — if the key does not work for you, request a refund within 30 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifetime replacement warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e — if an activated key ever stops working, we replace it free of charge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstant email delivery\u003c\/strong\u003e — key and instructions by email, usually within minutes, plus an invoice for your records.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFree 24\/7 support\u003c\/strong\u003e by email and Discord for installation and activation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWindows Server 2016 Datacenter FAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs Server 2016 Datacenter good for a homelab?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. 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It suits labs, legacy apps and short-term needs. For anything that must stay in production beyond 2026, choose \u003ca href=\"\/it\/collections\/windows-server-2025\"\u003eWindows Server 2025\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eEssentials 2016 vs Essentials 2019\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e2016 Essentials\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e2019 Essentials\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDashboard and client backup\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRemoved\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecurity updates until\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJanuary 2027\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJanuary 2029\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUsers \/ devices\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 \/ 50\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 \/ 50\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003eNeed longer support? 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Client PC backup is part of the Essentials Experience in 2016.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat happens in January 2027?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSecurity updates stop. The server keeps running, but you should plan a migration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I run it as a VM?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. 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It gives you unlimited VMs on the licensed host, plus Storage Spaces Direct, software-defined networking and shielded VMs. Buy a genuine \u003cstrong\u003eWindows Server 2019 Datacenter license key\u003c\/strong\u003e for Hyper-V hosts and hyperconverged clusters, with security updates until January 2029.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDatacenter-Only Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnlimited VMs and Hyper-V containers\u003c\/strong\u003e per fully licensed host.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage Spaces Direct\u003c\/strong\u003e with support for persistent memory and deduplication on ReFS.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoftware-defined networking\u003c\/strong\u003e including encrypted virtual networks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShielded VMs\u003c\/strong\u003e, now also for Linux guests.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnrestricted Storage Replica\u003c\/strong\u003e. Standard allows one partnership and a 2 TB volume.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eIncluded in Every Server 2019 Edition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWindows Admin Center\u003c\/strong\u003e — browser-based management for servers, clusters and Hyper-V.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSystem Insights\u003c\/strong\u003e — local predictive analytics that forecast CPU, storage and network capacity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage Migration Service\u003c\/strong\u003e — move file servers from older Windows Server versions with inventory, transfer and cutover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMicrosoft Defender ATP\u003c\/strong\u003e integration and Windows Defender Exploit Guard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLinux and Kubernetes container support\u003c\/strong\u003e, built-in OpenSSH and Windows Subsystem for Linux.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDatacenter or Standard?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStandard\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDatacenter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVMs per licensed host\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnlimited\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStorage Spaces Direct \/ SDN\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShielded VMs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest for\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePhysical or 1–2 VM servers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDense virtualisation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnly one or two workloads? \u003ca href=\"\/it\/products\/windows-server-2019-standard\"\u003eWindows Server 2019 Standard\u003c\/a\u003e costs less.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupport status:\u003c\/strong\u003e Windows Server 2019 left mainstream support in January 2024 and receives security updates until \u003cstrong\u003eJanuary 9, 2029\u003c\/strong\u003e, according to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learn.microsoft.com\/en-us\/lifecycle\/products\/windows-server-2019\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMicrosoft's lifecycle page\u003c\/a\u003e. For new deployments, \u003ca href=\"\/it\/collections\/windows-server-2025\"\u003eWindows Server 2025\u003c\/a\u003e is supported until 2034.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to Install and Activate\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDownload the Windows Server 2019 ISO from the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/evalcenter\/evaluate-windows-server-2019\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMicrosoft Evaluation Center\u003c\/a\u003e and install \u003cstrong\u003eDesktop Experience\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eServer Core\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConvert the evaluation edition before activating: \u003ccode\u003eDISM \/Online \/Set-Edition:ServerDatacenter \/ProductKey:XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX \/AcceptEula\u003c\/code\u003e, then restart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOn a full (non-evaluation) installation, run \u003ccode\u003eslmgr \/ipk\u003c\/code\u003e with your key, then \u003ccode\u003eslmgr \/ato\u003c\/code\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActivation is online, so make sure the server is connected to the internet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDo You Need CALs?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Every user or device that connects to Standard or Datacenter needs a Windows Server CAL. Remote Desktop users also need RDS CALs: \u003ca href=\"\/it\/products\/windows-2019-server-rds-cal-50\"\u003eRDS User CALs\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/it\/products\/device-cal-for-windows-server-2019-remote-desktop-services-rds\"\u003eRDS Device CALs\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy From MicrosoftSoftwareSwap?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e30-day money-back guarantee\u003c\/strong\u003e — if the key does not work for you, request a refund within 30 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifetime replacement warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e — if an activated key ever stops working, we replace it free of charge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstant email delivery\u003c\/strong\u003e — key and activation instructions by email, usually within minutes, plus an invoice for your records.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFree 24\/7 support\u003c\/strong\u003e by email and Discord, including activation and edition conversion help.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWindows Server 2019 Datacenter FAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow many VMs does Datacenter allow?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnlimited Windows Server VMs on the host, as long as every physical core is licensed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow is it licensed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePer physical core, with a 16-core minimum per server and 8 per processor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I convert Standard to Datacenter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Run DISM with the ServerDatacenter edition and your Datacenter key. No reinstall is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eShould I buy 2022 or 2025 Datacenter instead?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor new hosts, yes. \u003ca href=\"\/it\/products\/windows-server-datacenter-2022\"\u003eServer 2022 Datacenter\u003c\/a\u003e and 2025 have longer support. Choose 2019 to match existing clusters.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I mix 2019 and newer hosts in a cluster?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRolling cluster upgrades are supported during migrations, but plan to move the whole cluster to one version.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrder your \u003cstrong\u003eWindows Server 2019 Datacenter key\u003c\/strong\u003e today and license your virtualisation host.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Microsoft","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45701718147207,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/9943\/7191\/files\/server-2019-datacenter_229c5000-1410-4d5f-84bd-617d7281e441.png?v=1787938972"},{"product_id":"windows-server-essentials-2019","title":"Windows Server 2019 Essentials","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMicrosoft Windows Server 2019 Essentials\u003c\/strong\u003e is the small-business edition of Windows Server, licensed for up to 25 users and 50 devices with \u003cstrong\u003eno Client Access Licences required\u003c\/strong\u003e. It's an ideal first server for a small office: file sharing, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP and printing on one machine. Buy a genuine \u003cstrong\u003eWindows Server 2019 Essentials license key\u003c\/strong\u003e and skip the complexity and cost of per-core licensing and CALs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Windows Server 2019 Essentials?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEssentials is the same Windows Server 2019 operating system as Standard, but licensed per server with built-in user limits. For a business with fewer than 25 people, it removes two costs at once: core licences and CALs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eEssentials Licensing Limits\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLimit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWindows Server 2019 Essentials\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum users\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum devices\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCALs required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo — included for up to 25 users\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProcessors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 2 physical CPUs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVirtualisation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRuns on 1 physical server or as 1 VM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLicensing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePer server (not per core)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecurity updates until\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJanuary 9, 2029\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Windows Server 2019 Essentials no longer includes the \"Essentials Experience\" role from earlier versions: the dashboard, client PC backup and Remote Web Access. It is the full Windows Server operating system with Essentials licensing limits. Plan to use standard tools such as Windows Admin Center and Windows Server Backup instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eEssentials vs Standard\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEssentials\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStandard\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUser limit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 users \/ 50 devices\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnlimited (with CALs)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCALs needed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLicensing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePer server\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePer core (16 minimum)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVMs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 physical or 1 VM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 VMs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest for\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmall offices, first server\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrowing businesses\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003eExpecting to grow past 25 users? Start with \u003ca href=\"\/it\/products\/windows-server-2019-standard\"\u003eWindows Server 2019 Standard\u003c\/a\u003e. For a newer platform, see \u003ca href=\"\/it\/collections\/windows-server-2025\"\u003eWindows Server 2025\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTypical Small-Business Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCentral file shares with NTFS permissions and shadow copies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActive Directory for user sign-in and Group Policy across office PCs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDNS, DHCP and print server roles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHosting a small line-of-business app or accounting database.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to Install and Activate\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstall Windows Server 2019 Essentials from Essentials installation media.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen an elevated Command Prompt and run \u003ccode\u003eslmgr \/ipk XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX\u003c\/code\u003e, then \u003ccode\u003eslmgr \/ato\u003c\/code\u003e. You can also go to \u003cstrong\u003eSettings → Update \u0026amp; Security → Activation\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActivation is online, so make sure the server is connected to the internet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy From MicrosoftSoftwareSwap?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e30-day money-back guarantee\u003c\/strong\u003e — if the key does not work for you, request a refund within 30 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifetime replacement warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e — if an activated key ever stops working, we replace it free of charge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstant email delivery\u003c\/strong\u003e — key and activation instructions by email, usually within minutes, plus an invoice for your records.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFree 24\/7 support\u003c\/strong\u003e by email and Discord, including activation help.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWindows Server 2019 Essentials FAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo I need CALs with Essentials?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. Essentials includes access for up to 25 users and 50 devices. Remote Desktop Services is a different case and isn't the intended use of Essentials.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat happens if I exceed 25 users?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou're outside the licence terms and need to move to Standard with CALs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I run Essentials in a VM?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Essentials can run on one physical server or as a single virtual machine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes Essentials include the old dashboard and client backup?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. The Essentials Experience role was removed in the 2019 release.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow long is it supported?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSecurity updates continue until January 9, 2029.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrder your \u003cstrong\u003eWindows Server 2019 Essentials key\u003c\/strong\u003e today and set up your office server without buying CALs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Microsoft","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45701718179975,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/9943\/7191\/files\/server-2019-essentail_62fa9f68-5cd8-499d-8357-7d44b48afa62.png?v=1787938972"},{"product_id":"windows-server-standard-2019","title":"Windows Server 2019 Standard","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWindows Server Standard 2019\u003c\/strong\u003e is the edition of Windows Server 2019 for physical servers and light virtualisation. This page focuses on the practical side: how the licence works, how to activate it on an evaluation install, and how to fix the activation errors admins run into most. It's a one-time purchase, delivered by email.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Facts at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eItem\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEdition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWindows Server 2019 Standard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVirtualisation rights\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 VMs per fully licensed server\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLicensing basis\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePer physical core, 16-core minimum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecurity updates until\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJanuary 9, 2029\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDelivery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct key and instructions by email\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a full walkthrough of features and use cases, see our \u003ca href=\"\/it\/products\/windows-server-2019-standard\"\u003eWindows Server 2019 Standard guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to Install and Activate\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDownload the Windows Server 2019 ISO from the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/evalcenter\/evaluate-windows-server-2019\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMicrosoft Evaluation Center\u003c\/a\u003e and install \u003cstrong\u003eDesktop Experience\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eServer Core\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConvert the evaluation edition before activating: \u003ccode\u003eDISM \/Online \/Set-Edition:ServerStandard \/ProductKey:XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX \/AcceptEula\u003c\/code\u003e, then restart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOn a full (non-evaluation) installation, run \u003ccode\u003eslmgr \/ipk\u003c\/code\u003e with your key, then \u003ccode\u003eslmgr \/ato\u003c\/code\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActivation is online, so make sure the server is connected to the internet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Activation Errors and Fixes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e0xC004F069\u003c\/strong\u003e — edition mismatch or evaluation build. Convert with DISM as shown above.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e0xC004C008\u003c\/strong\u003e — the key's activation count was reached, usually after hardware changes. Contact us for a replacement key.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\"This edition cannot be upgraded\"\u003c\/strong\u003e — the evaluation server is a domain controller. Demote, convert, then promote again.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e0x8007232B (DNS name does not exist)\u003c\/strong\u003e — Windows is trying KMS activation. Install your key with \u003ccode\u003eslmgr \/ipk\u003c\/code\u003e first, then run \u003ccode\u003eslmgr \/ato\u003c\/code\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eUpgrade Path\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTarget\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSupport until\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUpgrade from 2019 in place?\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/it\/products\/windows-server-2022-standard\"\u003eServer 2022 Standard\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOct 2031\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/it\/products\/windows-server-2025-standard\"\u003eServer 2025 Standard\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNov 2034\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDo You Need CALs?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Every user or device that connects to Standard or Datacenter needs a Windows Server CAL. Remote Desktop users also need RDS CALs: \u003ca href=\"\/it\/products\/windows-2019-server-rds-cal-50\"\u003eRDS User CALs\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/it\/products\/device-cal-for-windows-server-2019-remote-desktop-services-rds\"\u003eRDS Device CALs\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy From MicrosoftSoftwareSwap?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e30-day money-back guarantee\u003c\/strong\u003e — if the key does not work for you, request a refund within 30 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifetime replacement warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e — if an activated key ever stops working, we replace it free of charge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstant email delivery\u003c\/strong\u003e — key and activation instructions by email, usually within minutes, plus an invoice for your records.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFree 24\/7 support\u003c\/strong\u003e by email and Discord, including activation and edition conversion help.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eServer Standard 2019 FAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes the key work on Server Core?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. It activates both Server Core and Desktop Experience installs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I activate it on a VM?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, on Hyper-V, VMware or Proxmox. Licensing still counts the physical host's cores.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill a 2019 key activate Server 2022?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. Keys only activate the version they were issued for.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow fast is delivery?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMost orders arrive by email within minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I reinstall later?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Reinstalling on the same hardware normally reactivates without issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGet your \u003cstrong\u003eWindows Server Standard 2019 key\u003c\/strong\u003e now with full activation support.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Microsoft","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45701718278279,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/9943\/7191\/files\/server-2019-standard_10e8ea89-de88-4956-bf07-cfdde388c87c.png?v=1787938976"},{"product_id":"windows-server-datacenter-2022","title":"Windows Server 2022 Datacenter","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMicrosoft Windows Server 2022 Datacenter\u003c\/strong\u003e is the virtualisation-first edition of Windows Server 2022. It gives you unlimited virtual machines on the licensed host, plus Storage Spaces Direct, software-defined networking and shielded VMs. Buy a genuine \u003cstrong\u003eWindows Server 2022 Datacenter license key\u003c\/strong\u003e for Hyper-V hosts, clusters and private-cloud infrastructure, supported with security updates through 2031.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDatacenter-Only Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnlimited VMs and Hyper-V containers\u003c\/strong\u003e on each fully licensed host.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage Spaces Direct\u003c\/strong\u003e for hyperconverged clusters built from local NVMe, SSD and HDD.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoftware-defined networking\u003c\/strong\u003e with Network Controller and software load balancer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShielded VMs and Host Guardian Service\u003c\/strong\u003e to protect VMs from compromised hosts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnrestricted Storage Replica\u003c\/strong\u003e for synchronous replication between servers and sites.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAlso Included in Every Server 2022 Edition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSecured-core server\u003c\/strong\u003e — hardware root of trust, firmware protection and virtualisation-based security on supported hardware.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTLS 1.3 on by default\u003c\/strong\u003e and a built-in DNS-over-HTTPS client.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSMB AES-256 encryption\u003c\/strong\u003e and SMB compression for faster, safer file transfers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHyper-V improvements\u003c\/strong\u003e, including nested virtualisation on AMD processors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAzure hybrid tools\u003c\/strong\u003e — Azure Arc, Azure Backup and Storage Migration Service through Windows Admin Center.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDatacenter or Standard?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStandard\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDatacenter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVMs per licensed host\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnlimited\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStorage Spaces Direct\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoftware-defined networking\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShielded VMs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStorage Replica\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 partnership, 2 TB volume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnlimited\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest for\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePhysical or 1–2 VM servers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDense virtualisation and clusters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor one or two workloads, \u003ca href=\"\/it\/products\/windows-server-2022-standard\"\u003eWindows Server 2022 Standard\u003c\/a\u003e costs less.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupport status:\u003c\/strong\u003e Windows Server 2022 leaves mainstream support on October 13, 2026 and then receives security updates until \u003cstrong\u003eOctober 14, 2031\u003c\/strong\u003e, according to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learn.microsoft.com\/en-us\/lifecycle\/products\/windows-server-2022\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMicrosoft's lifecycle page\u003c\/a\u003e. For new deployments that need the longest runway, consider \u003ca href=\"\/it\/collections\/windows-server-2025\"\u003eWindows Server 2025\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePack options:\u003c\/strong\u003e choose the pack size in the options above. Your order confirmation lists exactly what the pack contains and how to activate it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to Install and Activate\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDownload the Windows Server 2022 ISO from the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/evalcenter\/evaluate-windows-server-2022\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMicrosoft Evaluation Center\u003c\/a\u003e and install the \u003cstrong\u003eDesktop Experience\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eServer Core\u003c\/strong\u003e option.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvaluation installs must be converted before a retail key will activate. Open an elevated Command Prompt and run: \u003ccode\u003eDISM \/Online \/Set-Edition:ServerDatacenter \/ProductKey:XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX \/AcceptEula\u003c\/code\u003e, then restart when prompted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf the server is already a full (non-evaluation) installation, enter the key under \u003cstrong\u003eSettings → System → Activation\u003c\/strong\u003e or run \u003ccode\u003eslmgr \/ipk\u003c\/code\u003e followed by \u003ccode\u003eslmgr \/ato\u003c\/code\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActivation is online, so make sure the server is connected to the internet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003cp\u003ePrefer a full walkthrough? Read our \u003ca href=\"\/it\/blogs\/blog\/how-to-download-install-and-activate-windows-server-2022-datacenter\"\u003estep-by-step Server 2022 installation guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDo You Need Client Access Licences?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The server licence lets you run Windows Server; every user or device that connects to it also needs a Windows Server CAL. Remote Desktop users additionally need RDS CALs, such as our \u003ca href=\"\/it\/products\/device-cal-for-windows-server-2022-remote-desktop-services-rds\"\u003eWindows Server 2022 RDS Device CALs\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy From MicrosoftSoftwareSwap?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e30-day money-back guarantee\u003c\/strong\u003e — if the key does not work for you, request a refund within 30 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifetime replacement warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e — if an activated key ever stops working, we replace it free of charge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstant email delivery\u003c\/strong\u003e — key and activation instructions by email, usually within minutes, plus an invoice for your records.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFree 24\/7 support\u003c\/strong\u003e by email and Discord, including activation and edition conversion help.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWindows Server 2022 Datacenter FAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow many VMs can I run with Datacenter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnlimited Windows Server VMs on the licensed host, as long as all of the host's physical cores are licensed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow is Datacenter licensed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePer physical core, with a minimum of 16 cores per server and 8 per processor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I convert Standard to Datacenter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. 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It includes rights to run two virtual machines per fully licensed server and security updates through 2031. Buy a genuine \u003cstrong\u003eWindows Server 2022 Standard license key\u003c\/strong\u003e for domain controllers, file servers and line-of-business applications, with activation support included.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWindows Server 2022 Standard Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSecured-core server\u003c\/strong\u003e — hardware root of trust, firmware protection and virtualisation-based security on supported hardware.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTLS 1.3 on by default\u003c\/strong\u003e and a built-in DNS-over-HTTPS client.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSMB AES-256 encryption\u003c\/strong\u003e and SMB compression for faster, safer file transfers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHyper-V improvements\u003c\/strong\u003e, including nested virtualisation on AMD processors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAzure hybrid tools\u003c\/strong\u003e — Azure Arc, Azure Backup and Storage Migration Service through Windows Admin Center.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhen Is Server 2022 Standard the Right Choice?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMatching existing infrastructure\u003c\/strong\u003e — your other servers already run 2022, and you want identical builds, drivers and group policies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication certification\u003c\/strong\u003e — your vendor certifies its software on Server 2022 but not yet on 2025.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhysical or lightly virtualised workloads\u003c\/strong\u003e needing no more than two VMs per host.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eRunning many VMs? \u003ca href=\"\/it\/products\/windows-server-datacenter-2022\"\u003eWindows Server 2022 Datacenter\u003c\/a\u003e includes unlimited VMs, Storage Spaces Direct and SDN.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupport status:\u003c\/strong\u003e Windows Server 2022 leaves mainstream support on October 13, 2026 and then receives security updates until \u003cstrong\u003eOctober 14, 2031\u003c\/strong\u003e, according to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learn.microsoft.com\/en-us\/lifecycle\/products\/windows-server-2022\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMicrosoft's lifecycle page\u003c\/a\u003e. For new deployments that need the longest runway, consider \u003ca href=\"\/it\/collections\/windows-server-2025\"\u003eWindows Server 2025\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eLicensing Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLicensing basis:\u003c\/strong\u003e per physical core, 16-core minimum per server, 8 per processor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVirtualisation:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 VMs (OSEs) per fully licensed server.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLicence type:\u003c\/strong\u003e one-time purchase, no subscription.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePack options:\u003c\/strong\u003e choose the pack size in the options above. Your order confirmation lists exactly what the pack contains and how to activate it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to Install and Activate\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDownload the Windows Server 2022 ISO from the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/evalcenter\/evaluate-windows-server-2022\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMicrosoft Evaluation Center\u003c\/a\u003e and install the \u003cstrong\u003eDesktop Experience\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eServer Core\u003c\/strong\u003e option.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvaluation installs must be converted before a retail key will activate. Open an elevated Command Prompt and run: \u003ccode\u003eDISM \/Online \/Set-Edition:ServerStandard \/ProductKey:XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX \/AcceptEula\u003c\/code\u003e, then restart when prompted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf the server is already a full (non-evaluation) installation, enter the key under \u003cstrong\u003eSettings → System → Activation\u003c\/strong\u003e or run \u003ccode\u003eslmgr \/ipk\u003c\/code\u003e followed by \u003ccode\u003eslmgr \/ato\u003c\/code\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActivation is online, so make sure the server is connected to the internet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003cp\u003ePrefer a full walkthrough? Read our \u003ca href=\"\/it\/blogs\/blog\/how-to-download-install-and-activate-windows-server-2022-standard\"\u003estep-by-step Server 2022 installation guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDo You Need Client Access Licences?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The server licence lets you run Windows Server; every user or device that connects to it also needs a Windows Server CAL. 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See \u003ca href=\"\/it\/products\/windows-server-2022-standard\"\u003eWindows Server 2022 Standard\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy From MicrosoftSoftwareSwap?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e30-day money-back guarantee\u003c\/strong\u003e — if the key does not work for you, request a refund within 30 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifetime replacement warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e — if an activated key ever stops working, we replace it free of charge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstant email delivery\u003c\/strong\u003e — key and activation instructions by email, usually within minutes, plus an invoice for your records.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFree 24\/7 support\u003c\/strong\u003e by email and Discord, including activation and edition conversion help.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWindows Server 2022 RDS Device CAL FAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat happens if I don't install RDS CALs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRemote Desktop session hosts work during a 120-day grace period. 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