Windows Server 2016 Datacenter - used volume license
Server 2016 Datacenter with unlimited virtualization. Support ends in January 2027.
License details
- EditionDatacenter
- Version2016
- License typeVolume license
- Licensing modelCore-based licensing, at least 16 cores per server and 8 per processor
- Client access license (CAL)
- Activation methodMAK
- LanguageMultilanguage
- ConditionUsed, transferred in line with the manufacturer's terms
- Package size16-core base license
All prices are net, plus VAT. Volume terms apply from larger quantities.
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Description
Windows Server 2016 Datacenter as a used volume license, licensed by physical processor core. Covers an unlimited number of virtual instances on the licensed hardware.
When Datacenter is the right choice
Technically, Standard and Datacenter are almost identical. The difference lies in virtualization. As a rule of thumb: from the fifth or sixth virtual machine on the same hardware, the calculation tips in favor of Datacenter, because otherwise you would have to stack Standard licenses several times over.
End of support is the decisive point here
Extended support ends on January 12, 2027. For a virtualization environment designed to last for years, that would be a short remaining term. This version remains useful for adding licenses to existing hosts. For a new build, we will compare Server 2022 and 2025 for you.
What you receive
- License agreement in your company's name
- Invoice
- Declaration of transfer covering your quantity
- Confirmation that the previous owner has taken the licenses out of service
- Download link and activation details
Legal classification
System requirements
Downgrade and upgrade rights
Downgrade rights to Windows Server 2012 R2 included
End of support
Support ends on January 12, 2027
Frequently asked questions about this offer
Why is no price shown here?
Because the price depends on the quantity and on the individual purchase. Tell us the quantity you need and you will receive a written quote with volume tiers and a binding validity period.
Is this license technically identical to a new one?
Yes. It is the same software with the same features and the same updates, for as long as the version is in support. The difference lies solely in how it was acquired, not in the product.
Which documents do I receive?
The license agreement in your company's name, the transfer declaration covering your quantity, the previous owner's deletion confirmation and evidence of the chain of title. These documents are part of the delivery and cost nothing extra.
What happens if the quantity I need is unavailable?
Then we tell you before you start planning. The shortfall can often be sourced at short notice; where that is not realistic, we suggest an alternative or advise against it. We do not make commitments we cannot keep.
Do I need additional client access licenses (CALs)?
For server products, usually yes; for desktop software, no. What applies in this case is shown in the license details above. Tell us the number of users or devices and we will work out the requirement with you.
Request pricing for this product
Tell us the quantity. You will receive a firm quote including the scope of documentation.