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Licence 10 shared devices for Windows Server 2016 Remote Desktop access—a perpetual, one-time purchase ideal for shift workers and kiosks.
Licence 10 shared devices for Windows Server 2016 Remote Desktop access—a perpetual, one-time purchase ideal for shift workers and kiosks.
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Join nowImagine a workspace where every application, file, and desktop environment lives securely on your central server, not on vulnerable local hard drives. With the Microsoft Windows Server 2016 RDS Device CAL (10-Pack), you license 10 specific devices—such as shared workstations, warehouse terminals, or hospital kiosks—to connect to your Windows Server 2016 Remote Desktop Services (RDS) deployment. This is a perpetual, one-time licence purchase, not a recurring subscription, providing long-term value and predictable budgeting for your organisation.
This licence pack is designed for businesses with shift workers, thin-client environments, or any scenario where multiple employees share the same physical device. Unlike a User CAL, which follows a named individual, a Device CAL is assigned to a specific piece of hardware. Any number of users can then log in from that licensed device, making it the most cost-effective and administratively simple choice for shared workstations. It unlocks the full multi-session capabilities of Windows Server, moving you beyond the default two-connection administrative limit to a true enterprise-grade remote working solution.
Your purchase from Lizensa provides everything needed to legally activate and use your Remote Desktop Services environment. You will receive a genuine, verified Microsoft licence key delivered instantly via email. This is a full, perpetual licence with no expiry date, not a temporary subscription.
Choosing the correct Client Access Licence is critical for compliance and cost management. Microsoft offers two primary types of RDS CALs, and the right choice depends entirely on how your users connect.
Critical Prerequisite: Regardless of whether you choose Device or User RDS CALs, you must also have a corresponding standard Windows Server CAL for every user or device accessing the server. The RDS CAL is an additional requirement on top of the base server access licence.
This product is a licence key and does not have hardware requirements of its own. It is designed to activate the licensing server component of a Windows Server 2016 RDS deployment. The core requirement is a functioning Windows Server 2016 environment with the Remote Desktop Services roles installed and configured.
Activating your RDS Device CALs is a straightforward process managed through the Remote Desktop Licensing Manager on your Windows Server. The process is well-documented, and Lizensa provides a detailed guide with your purchase.
Reinstallation and Transfer: As a perpetual MAK licence, you can reactivate the licence server on the same hardware if you need to rebuild the server OS. The MAK has a predetermined number of activations. If you exhaust these due to major hardware changes, Lizensa support can assist you in requesting an activation increase from Microsoft. As Device CALs, the licences are tied to the server infrastructure, not a single user identity.
Securing your IT infrastructure with genuine software is a non-negotiable business decision, and the source of your licences matters as much as the software itself. At Lizensa, we have built our reputation on being a trusted, transparent, and customer-focused partner for businesses across the European Union. We don't just sell licence keys; we provide the confidence and support that comes with a legitimate purchase.
When you order from us, your licence key is dispatched instantly via an automated digital delivery system, arriving in your inbox in under a minute on average, so you can continue your deployment without delay. Every key we sell is 100% genuine and sourced directly from authorised European distribution channels, ensuring full compliance and validity. As an EU-based company, your purchase is fully protected by European consumer law, including a no-quibble 14-day right of refund, giving you peace of mind that your investment is safe. We provide a full VAT invoice with every order, with automatic reverse-charge application for B2B customers with a valid VAT ID, simplifying your accounting. Your payment security is paramount, which is why our checkout is powered by Stripe, supporting SEPA, iDEAL, BLIK, Google Pay, and major credit cards in a PCI-DSS compliant environment. Should you have any questions during installation, our free multilingual technical support team is on hand to help you navigate any challenge. Your licence is valid for activation across all 27 EU member states, ensuring a consistent and compliant software estate for your entire organisation.
This is a perpetual, one-time purchase. You pay once and own the right to use these 10 RDS Device CALs indefinitely. There are no monthly or annual recurring fees.
An RDS Device CAL licences a specific physical device (e.g., a shared office computer), allowing any number of users to connect from it. An RDS User CAL licences a specific user, allowing them to connect from any number of devices. Device CALs are best for shared workstations; User CALs are best for mobile employees with multiple devices.
Yes. RDS CALs are an additional requirement. Every user or device that connects to a Windows Server, whether locally or remotely, must first be licensed with a standard Windows Server CAL. The RDS CAL grants the additional right to use Remote Desktop Services functionality.
Our delivery is fully automated and instant. In most cases, you will receive your email containing the licence key and activation guide within 60 seconds of completing your payment.
Absolutely. Every licence sold by Lizensa is 100% genuine, legally sourced from authorised European distributors, and verified by Microsoft. You will receive a valid activation key and a proper VAT invoice.
We provide a detailed, step-by-step activation guide with your purchase. If you encounter any issues, our free multilingual technical support team is available to assist you. We can help diagnose common configuration problems and guide you through the activation of your licence server.
This is a MAK key used to activate a licence server. You can reinstall the licence server role on the same physical or virtual machine. The MAK has multiple activations. If you need to move it to entirely new hardware and exhaust the activations, contact our support team, and we can assist with the process of requesting an increase from Microsoft.
Yes. Your licence is valid for activation and use in all 27 member states of the European Union. Lizensa provides licences specifically for the EU market.
Our Stripe-secured checkout supports a wide range of payment methods, including SEPA direct debit, iDEAL, BLIK, Google Pay, and all major credit and debit cards like Visa and Mastercard.
Yes, a detailed VAT invoice is automatically generated and included with every order. For business customers within the EU who provide a valid VAT ID, the invoice is issued with the reverse charge applied, meaning no VAT is charged upfront.
We offer a 14-day right of refund in accordance with EU consumer protection law. If you have not activated the key and it is unused, you can request a full refund within 14 days of purchase.
No, this is a Windows Server 2016 RDS CAL. While it provides downward compatibility to older server versions, it does not provide access rights for Windows Server 2019 or 2022. You would need the corresponding RDS CAL version for those servers.
