If your team already works on a Windows Server 2019 environment and needs reliable remote access without changing the whole setup, this 50 User CAL pack is very practical way to expand access. It is built for employees who often move between devices, work remotely, or who need to reach hosted applications from more than one location.

Unlike device-based licensing, a User CAL follows the person. One licensed user can connect from different approved devices, which makes this option useful for remote staff, hybrid workers, administrators, and employees who do not always use the same computer.

Who is this license best for?

Windows Server 2019 RDS User CALs make the most sense when your server environment is already based on Windows Server 2019 and your users need flexible access. If your staff members use a laptop at work, a desktop at home, or several approved business devices, user-based licensing is usually easier to manage than licensing every device separately. So, it’s useful for the:

• Teams already using Windows Server 2019 Remote Desktop Services
• Employees connecting from more than one device
• Remote or hybrid workers accessing hosted applications
• IT teams expanding an existing RDS environment
• Businesses that want to keep their current 2019 server setup

If you still need the base server operating system, you can get it here Microsoft Windows Server 2019 Standard.

How this 50 User CAL pack works

This product provides Remote Desktop Services access rights for 50 named users. It does not include Windows Server itself, and it does not automatically configure Remote Desktop Services. The CALs are used together with a licensed Windows Server 2019 installation, a Remote Desktop Session Host, and an activated Remote Desktop Licensing Server.

User CAL vs Device CAL

The main decision is whether you want to license people or devices. User CALs are usually better when employees connect from several devices. Device CALs are better when many people share the same fixed workstation.

If your setup is based on shared computers instead of named users, you should probably look for Windows Server 2019 RDS Device CALs.

Why choose the 2019 version?

This version is mainly useful for companies that are staying on Windows Server 2019. It is not the newest RDS CAL version, but it can be the right fit if your infrastructure, applications, and internal processes are already built around Server 2019.

If you are working with an older server setup, you will then need Microsoft Windows Server 2016 RDS User Connections 50 CAL. On the other hand, if you are planning to upgrade soon, Microsoft Windows Server 2022 Remote Desktop Services User Connections 50 CAL is the right choice.

You can also explore other Microsoft software licenses.

What to check before buying

Before purchasing, confirm that your environment is actually using Windows Server 2019 for Remote Desktop Services. You should also check that the Remote Desktop Licensing Server is installed, activated, and configured in Per User mode.

This license is not the best choice if you are building a new environment around Windows Server 2022 or 2025. In that case, it is usually better to choose the matching newer CAL version from the beginning.

If you are not sure which licensing model fits your environment, feel free to Contact Us.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this include Windows Server 2019?
No. This is an RDS User CAL pack only. A separate Windows Server 2019 license is required.

Can one user connect from multiple devices?
Yes. A User CAL is assigned to one named user, so that user can connect from different approved devices.

Should I choose User CALs or Device CALs?
Choose User CALs when one person connects from several devices. Choose Device CALs when several people share the same computer or terminal.

Should I choose 2019 or 2022 RDS User CALs?
Choose 2019 CALs if your current RDS environment is based on Windows Server 2019. Choose 2022 CALs if you are already using Windows Server 2022 or planning to upgrade soon.

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