Buy Server Licenses - Windows Server, SQL Server & CALs
Audited licenses for your enterprise infrastructure - from Windows Server and SQL Server to the corresponding access licenses (CALs).
Regarding Server Licenses
Microsoft SQL Server 2025 User CAL – Access License
The SQL Server 2025 User CAL allows a user to access SQL Server 2025 databases and applications b...
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5x Microsoft SQL Server 2022 Device CAL – Access License
The SQL Server 2022 Device CAL authorizes a specific device to access a SQL Server 2022 instance ...
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5x Microsoft SQL Server 2019 Device CAL – Access License
The SQL Server 2019 Device CAL authorizes a specific device to access a SQL Server 2019 instance ...
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5x Microsoft SQL Server 2019 User CAL – Access License
With the SQL Server 2019 User CAL, a specific user gains access to a SQL Server 2019 instance lic...
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Microsoft SQL Server 2025 Standard
This 2-core pack licenses the latest generation SQL Server 2025 Standard under the core-based mod...
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Microsoft SQL Server 2022 Standard
SQL Server 2022 Standard in the 2-core license pack covers the current generation of Microsoft's ...
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Microsoft SQL Server 2019 Standard
This 2-core pack covers core-based licensing for SQL Server 2019 Standard. Microsoft stipulates a...
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Microsoft SQL Server 2017 Standard
SQL Server 2017 Standard is sold in 2-core packs for core-based licensing, which is the smallest ...
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5x Microsoft SQL Server 2017 Device CAL – Access License
SQL Server 2017 Device CALs entitle one device to access a licensed SQL Server 2017. This package...
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5x Microsoft SQL Server 2017 User CAL – Access License
SQL Server 2017 User CALs entitle one user to access a licensed SQL Server 2017. This package con...
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5x Microsoft SQL Server 2022 User CAL – Access License
SQL Server 2022 CALs entitle users to access a licensed SQL Server 2022. This package contains 10...
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Microsoft Windows Server 2019 Standard – 2 Cores
Windows Server 2019 Standard provides a reliable, full-featured server platform for businesses wi...
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Microsoft Windows Server 2022 Standard – 2 Cores
Windows Server 2022 Standard is a powerful server platform for businesses that require a stable, ...
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Server Licenses at Firstsoft
Three product lines, one principle: verified origin, documented chain of custody, invoice with stated VAT, and delivery by email. Select the appropriate category below, or jump directly to the product overview.
Windows Server - the server operating system
The foundation of every server infrastructure: file sharing, Active Directory, application servers. Core-licensed, in Standard and Datacenter editions, from version 2016 to 2025.
SQL Server - The Database Platform
Relational databases for enterprise applications. Optionally classic with server license and CALs, or core-based for internet-based applications without user counting.
CALs - The Right Access Licenses
Every server license additionally requires access licenses for the accessing users or devices. User CALs, Device CALs, RDS CALs, or the bundled Core CAL Suite - here you will find all variants.
Frequently Asked Questions about Server Licenses
What is the difference between Windows Server Standard and Datacenter?
Standard is suitable for physical or lightly virtualized environments (up to 2 virtual machines per license). Datacenter allows unlimited virtualization and is only worthwhile with many VMs on the same hardware. For most small and medium-sized businesses, Standard is sufficient.
Can I use a CAL for a newer server version?
No. CALs are tied to the server version for which they were issued and do not automatically grant access to a newer version. When upgrading to a new server version, you generally also need corresponding CALs for that version.
How many core licenses do I need for my server?
Microsoft licenses Windows Server per physical core, with a minimum purchase of 8 cores per processor and 16 cores per server. Count the actual cores of your hardware to avoid subsequent purchases – if in doubt, we will be happy to advise you beforehand.
What is the difference between Windows Server and SQL Server?
Windows Server is the server operating system that forms the basis. SQL Server is a database platform that runs on a server. Both typically also require appropriate CALs for the accessing users or devices.
Do I need a special CAL for remote desktop access?
Yes. In addition to the regular CAL, a separate RDS CAL is required for using Remote Desktop Services (RDS) – per user or per device, depending on which licensing model best suits your environment.
