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Microsoft Windows Server 2016 Essentials

Windows Server

Microsoft Windows Server 2016 Essentials

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Selection: 1 device

48,99 €

incl. VAT

  • Product key, download link and instructions by email

Delivery within 24 hours

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At a glance

License scope
Up to 25 users and 50 devices. No separate CALs required.
Activation
Enter the key during or after installation – activation runs online

All product details and system requirements

Windows Server

Is this product right for you?

Microsoft Windows Server 2016 Essentials: Microsoft server product for your IT environment.

Not sure it fits? We will check it with you – tell us your server environment.

Delivery and activation

  1. Order and payAs a guest or with a customer account. The delivery time starts when payment is received.
  2. Receive the keyProduct key, download link and instructions by email. Within 24 hours after payment is received.
  3. Install and activateEnter the key during or after installation – activation runs online.

Step-by-step instructions: Install and activate Windows 11 and 10: create a USB drive, enter the key

If a key does not work: If the delivered key is faulty, you first receive a replacement; if the replacement does not help either, we will consider refunding the purchase price. Your statutory warranty rights remain unaffected.

Process in detail

With your order you receive instructions for installation and activation. If you get stuck, we help personally by email or contact form, on request also by Callback or remote help (TeamViewer) at the agreed time.

If the delivered product key is legitimately faulty, we will in principle first provide a replacement. If the problem persists after the replacement, we will consider refunding the purchase price concerned. If a problem only occurs later, we will first check the cause. Statutory warranty rights remain unaffected.

Purchasing and use

For businesses

Cores, CALs and virtualization for your server environment: we are happy to clarify with you before you order. On request you receive with your order Proof of origin and Declaration of assignment. The right of use is governed by the manufacturer's license terms.

Information for business customers

Claims for resellers

For resellers, the claim must relate to a specific order line. For the review we may request an error code, a screenshot or a technical diagnosis. After a replacement, in the event of a further justified complaint, we will consider a credit note or refund. Replaced or refunded keys must not be used further or resold.

Product details and requirements

Manufacturer
Microsoft
Product
Windows Server 2016
Edition
Essentials
Operating system
Windows Server
devices
1 device
License type
Activation key; right of use under the manufacturer's license terms
Activation
Installation via ISO and online activation
B2B documents on request
Proof of origin, Declaration of assignment
Delivery method
Product key, download link and instructions by email
Delivery time
Within 24 hours after payment is received
Server license scope
Up to 25 users and 50 devices. No separate CALs required.
Manufacturer support until
2027-01-12
Item number
VKA-WS2016-ESSENTIALS

System requirements

Processor
1.4 GHz 64-bit processor (x64) with NX/DEP, CMPXCHG16b, LAHF/SAHF, PrefetchW and SLAT
Memory
1 GB Server Core, 2 GB with Desktop Experience; ECC for physical hosts
Storage
32 GB (absolute minimum)
Other
network: Ethernet 1 Gbit/s or faster

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Frequently asked questions

What do I receive and when is it delivered?

Product key, download link and instructions by email. Delivery time: Within 24 hours after payment is received.

How do I activate this product?

Enter the key during or after installation – activation runs online. You receive the step-by-step instructions with your order.

Does the offer fit my existing installation?

Tell us your current version, edition and operating system – we will check with you before the purchase whether this offer fits.

Can I use the product in my company?

This offer includes a product key for activation; the right of use is governed by the manufacturer's license terms (Terms and Conditions § 4). For resellers we provide the B2B documents listed with the offer on request.

How long does the manufacturer support this version?

Manufacturer support ends on 12/01/2027. After that, no further security updates are planned for this version. A perpetual license does not extend the support period.

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