Microsoft Windows Server 2025 Datacenter License – Unlimited Virtual Machines

Windows Server 2025 Datacenter is Microsoft's top-tier server edition for organizations running heavily virtualized, hybrid-cloud and high-availability workloads. Datacenter includes the right to run an unlimited number of Windows Server virtual machines on the licensed host.

Why Choose Datacenter Edition?

• Unlimited Windows Server virtual machines on the licensed host
• Datacenter-only features such as Storage Replica, Software-Defined Networking and Shielded VMs
• Built for private cloud, clustering and dense virtualization
• Hybrid management with Azure Arc

How Windows Server 2025 Is Licensed

• Licensed per physical core on the host server
• Minimum 8 core licenses per processor and 16 per server
• Client Access Licenses (CALs) are required for every user or device that accesses the server, and are sold separately
• Need a specific core count? See our 8, 16 and 24 core Datacenter listings.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between Standard and Datacenter?

Both share the same core Windows Server features. Standard covers up to two virtual machines per licensed host, while Datacenter covers unlimited virtual machines and adds advanced storage and networking features.

Are CALs included?

No. Windows Server CALs are licensed separately.