Windows Server 2019 Device CAL

Windows Server 2019 Device CAL – Access License for One Device

The Windows Server 2019 Device CAL is an access license for a specific device that accesses services of a Windows Server 2019. In contrast to the User CAL, it does not license an individual user, but a device. This allows multiple employees to access the 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, checkout areas, or training rooms. If several people use the same PC, a terminal, or a fixed workstation system, the Windows Server 2019 Device CAL is often an economical and clear solution.

What is a Windows Server 2019 Device CAL?

A Device CAL entitles a specific device to access a correspondingly licensed Windows Server 2019. It does not matter which user uses this device. What is crucial is that the device has a valid Device CAL.

Example: Several employees use the same PC in the warehouse, at a reception desk, or in the workshop. In this case, a Windows 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 Windows Server 2019 Device CAL suitable for?

• Companies with shared workstations
• Shift operations in production, warehousing, or service
• Reception areas, checkout terminals, and workshop PCs
• Schools, training rooms, and public workstations
• Organizations with fewer devices than users

Device CAL or User CAL – which is better?

Whether a Device CAL or a User CAL is more suitable depends on the company's workflow. The Device CAL is ideal when multiple users share the same device. The User CAL, on the other hand, is useful when a user accesses the server with multiple devices.

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

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

What is a Windows Server 2019 CAL needed for?

A CAL is required in addition to the actual Windows Server license when users or devices access server services. These include, among others, file and print services, user management, network services, applications, or other server-based resources.

The Windows Server 2019 Device CAL does not include Windows Server software and does not replace a server license. It exclusively regulates the access rights of a device to a correspondingly licensed Windows Server 2019 environment.

Available Bundle Sizes

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

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

Your Advantages with the Windows Server 2019 Device CAL

• Device-based access license for Windows Server 2019
• Ideal for shared PCs, terminals, and workstations
• Economical for multiple users per device
• Suitable for businesses, schools, production, warehouses, and service areas
• Clear and simple licensing by device
• Suitable for Windows Server 2019 Standard and Datacenter environments

Note on Licensing

A suitable Windows Server 2019 server license is additionally required for operation. The Device CAL only grants a device access to the server. Depending on the services used, further licenses may be required, for example for Remote Desktop Services, Exchange Server, SQL Server, or other Microsoft server products.

Conclusion

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