Microsoft SQL Server 2019 Device CAL

Microsoft SQL Server 2019 Device CAL – Access License for One Device

The Microsoft SQL Server 2019 Device CAL is an access license for a specific device that accesses a correspondingly licensed SQL Server 2019. In contrast to the User CAL, an individual user is not licensed here, but rather a device. This allows multiple employees to access the SQL Server via the same licensed device.

This licensing model is particularly suitable for companies where workstations are shared. Typical areas of application include shift operations, production, warehouses, workshops, reception areas, cashier stations, or training rooms. If multiple people use the same PC, terminal, or fixed workstation system for database-driven applications, the SQL Server 2019 Device CAL is often an economical and clear solution.

What is an SQL Server 2019 Device CAL?

A Device CAL entitles a specific device to access Microsoft SQL Server 2019. It does not matter which user uses this device. The crucial factor is that the device has a valid SQL Server 2019 Device CAL.

Example: Several employees use the same PC in the warehouse, in production, or at reception to access an inventory management system, an ERP system, or another SQL-based application. In this case, a Microsoft SQL Server 2019 Device CAL for this device may be sufficient. The individual users do not need an additional User CAL to access via this licensed device.

Who is the Microsoft SQL Server 2019 Device CAL suitable for?

• Companies with shared workstations
• Shift operations in production, warehousing, or service
• Reception areas, cashier stations, and workshop PCs
• Schools, training rooms, and public workstations
• Organizations with fewer devices than users
• Workstations with access to ERP, CRM, inventory management, or reporting systems

Device CAL or User CAL – which is better?

Whether a Device CAL or a User CAL is more suitable depends on how the SQL Server is accessed in your company. The Device CAL is ideal when multiple users share the same device. The User CAL, on the other hand, is useful if one user accesses the SQL Server with multiple devices.

• Device CAL: 1 device is licensed and can be used by multiple users for access.
• User CAL: 1 user is licensed and can access the SQL Server with multiple devices.

If several employees use the same workstation PC, a Device CAL is often the right choice. If an employee, however, works with a PC, laptop, and tablet, a User CAL is usually more economical and flexible.

What is an SQL Server 2019 CAL needed for?

An SQL Server CAL is required in addition to the SQL Server license when SQL Server 2019 is used in the Server/CAL licensing model. It regulates the access of users or devices to the SQL Server and the databases or applications provided on it.

The Microsoft SQL Server 2019 Device CAL does not include SQL Server software and does not replace a server license. It is exclusively an access license for a device. A suitable Microsoft SQL Server 2019 server license is also required for operation.

Available Bundle Sizes

Our Microsoft SQL Server 2019 Device CALs are available in various quantities. This allows companies to choose their access licenses according to the number of devices and expand them flexibly if required.

• 1 Device CAL
• 5 Device CALs
• 10 Device CALs
• 25 Device CALs
• 50 Device CALs

Your Advantages with the Microsoft SQL Server 2019 Device CAL

• Device-based access license for Microsoft SQL Server 2019
• Ideal for shared PCs, terminals, and workstations
• Economical with multiple users per device
• Suitable for ERP, CRM, inventory management, reporting, and business applications
• Clear licensing by device
• Suitable for SQL Server 2019 Standard in the Server/CAL licensing model

Licensing Information

A correspondingly licensed Microsoft SQL Server 2019 environment is required for use. The Device CAL only authorizes a device's access to the SQL Server. If additional Microsoft server services are used, additional access licenses may be required, such as Windows Server CALs, RDS CALs, or other product-specific CALs.

Conclusion

The Microsoft SQL Server 2019 Device CAL is the right choice for companies that want to license devices instead of individual users for access to SQL Server 2019. Especially for shared workstations, shift operations, or fixed workstation systems, this licensing model offers a simple and economical solution for accessing database-driven applications and company data.