Archived Forums. Windows Server Setup. Sign in to vote. Wednesday, February 28, PM. You can get it here assuming you have a retail key. In general, you can obtain installation medium physical media or.
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Monday, July 16, PM. I'd start a new thread. The licensing for Standard edition will continue to be processor plus CAL, with each license covering up to two physical processors on a single server, just like Datacenter edition.
Essentials edition is ideal for small businesses that have up to 25 users and want to have a simpler, pre-configured connection to cloud-based services. This edition enables you to run a single virtual instance of Essentials. The licensing for Essentials will continue to be a server license for a two processor server that does not require CALs.
Foundation edition is ideal for small businesses that have up to 15 users and want a general purpose server. The licensing for Foundation has not changed; it continues to be a server license for a one-processor server that does not require CALs and is sold only through OEM original equipment manufacturer.
FAQ Find answers to questions about features, licensing models, and determining which edition is right for you. How is Windows Server R2 licensed? Here are just a few examples:. How do I determine which Windows Server R2 edition is right for me? If you purchase Standard edition today but find you need to expand the virtualization capacity of your licensed server, you can do one of the following:.
Related resources. Azure Hybrid Use Benefit. Windows Server R2 product page. Windows Server R2 licensing guide. Windows Server R2 datasheet. Licensing Microsoft server products in virtual environments. Download information about licensing models for using Microsoft server products with virtualization technologies.
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