Microsoft Windows Server 2025 Datacenter — 16 Core License
Microsoft Windows Server 2025 Datacenter — 16 Core License
Unlock the full power of enterprise virtualization and hybrid cloud with Windows Server 2025 Datacenter. Designed for large-scale datacenters and mission-critical workloads, this edition delivers unlimited virtualization rights, advanced security baselines, hotpatching for reduced downtime, and seamless integration with Azure Arc.
Key Benefits
- Unlimited Virtualization: Run unlimited VMs with Hyper‑V to maximize density and reduce costs.
- Hybrid Cloud Ready: Extend on‑premises infrastructure to Azure with Arc integration.
- Advanced Security: Next‑gen Active Directory, tailored baselines, and drift protection.
- Hotpatching: Apply updates with minimal downtime for mission‑critical workloads.
- Performance Boost: Optimized for flash storage, SQL Server, and GPU partitioning at the edge.
Licensing & Requirements
- Licensed per physical core (minimum 16 cores per server).
- Client Access Licenses (CALs) required for users/devices.
- Datacenter edition includes unlimited VM rights with Hyper‑V.
What’s Included
- 16‑Core Datacenter License (digital delivery).
- Activation instructions and setup guidance.
- Expert support for compliance and deployment best practices.
Use Cases
- Datacenter consolidation with unlimited virtualization.
- Hybrid governance across on‑prem and cloud with Azure Arc.
- Mission‑critical uptime with hotpatching.
- AI/ML inferencing at the edge with GPU partitioning.
- High‑performance SQL Server workloads on flash storage.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the minimum license requirement?
A: Each server requires at least a 16‑core license. Add more if your server has more cores.
Q: Do I need CALs?
A: Yes, Client Access Licenses are required for every user or device accessing the server.
Q: How many VMs can I run?
A: Datacenter edition grants unlimited virtualization rights on the licensed host.
Q: Is it hybrid‑ready?
A: Absolutely. Windows Server 2025 integrates with Azure Arc for hybrid cloud management.
Q: How does hotpatching help?
A: Hotpatching applies updates with minimal downtime, keeping critical services online.
Q: What performance improvements are included?
A: Enhanced networking, flash storage optimization, and GPU partitioning for edge workloads.