Eligible unused license orders can be reviewed within 7 calendar days of purchase.
- Unused
- Unactivated
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- Family
- Windows Server
- Version
- 2025
- Edition
- Confirm
- License type
- RDS CAL
- Buying unit
- 1 RDS device
Description
Microsoft Windows Server 2025 – 1 Device Remote Desktop Services (RDS) Client Access License (CAL) grants a specific device the legal right to access Remote Desktop Services hosted on a Windows Server 2025 environment. This license enables multiple users to connect to a remote desktop session or run remote applications from a single licensed device.
RDS CALs are required for organizations that deploy Remote Desktop Services, allowing users to remotely access Windows desktops, applications, and server resources from centralized servers. Device-based RDS CALs provide a cost-effective licensing option for environments where multiple users share the same workstation.
Key Features
Device-Based Remote Desktop Access
Assigns Remote Desktop Services access rights to a specific device, allowing multiple users to connect to remote sessions from that workstation.
Centralized Application Delivery
Allows organizations to host applications on a central server and provide secure remote access to users.
Remote Desktop Connectivity
Enables access to full Windows desktops or individual applications hosted on Windows Server.
Improved Security and Management
Supports centralized management of applications, data, and user sessions within a Windows Server environment.
Licensing Requirements
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Requires a licensed installation of Windows Server 2025
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Requires a Windows Server CAL for each user or device accessing the server
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Requires an RDS CAL for each user or device accessing Remote Desktop Services
RDS CALs are additive licenses and must be used in conjunction with standard Windows Server CALs.
Device CAL vs User CAL
Device RDS CAL
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Assigned to a specific device
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Allows multiple users to access Remote Desktop Services from that device
User RDS CAL
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Assigned to a specific user
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Allows that user to access Remote Desktop Services from multiple devices
Device RDS CALs are typically recommended for shared workstation environments.
Ideal For
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Shared workstations in offices or call centers
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Manufacturing floors or warehouse terminals
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Retail or point-of-sale systems
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Training labs and classroom environments
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Organizations with shift-based workers