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License Microsoft Windows Server 2022 Standard - 24 cores
Genuine, perpetual Windows Server 2022 Standard: a 24-core licence for a single payment, no subscription. Built for physical servers or light virtualisation —it covers up to 2 virtual machines— and delivered by email with your Product Key instantly.
One-time payment, perpetual 24 cores included Up to 2 virtual machines Supported until 2031
How many virtual machines will you run? Standard covers up to 2; if you need more, go for Windows Server 2022 Datacenter (unlimited machines). If users will also connect via Remote Desktop, add your Remote Desktop CALs.
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What does this licence include?
Windows Server 2022 Standard is Microsoft’s server operating system designed for physical workloads and environments with limited virtualisation. This licence covers 24 physical cores and allows up to 2 Hyper-V virtual machines on the same host. It includes server roles such as Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, file server, IIS, Hyper-V and Windows Server Update Services (WSUS).
✔ Extended support until October 2031 — Microsoft provides security updates for 10 years from release. Mainstream support runs until October 2026.
Key features of Windows Server 2022
Windows Server 2022 introduced significant improvements in security, performance and hybrid connectivity with Azure compared to the 2019 release:
| Feature | What it does | Practical benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Secured-core server | Advanced firmware and boot protection with Virtualisation-Based Security (VBS) | Defence against firmware attacks and rootkits from boot |
| TLS 1.3 by default | Latest encryption protocol enabled out of the box | Faster, more secure encrypted communications with no extra configuration |
| DNS over HTTPS (DoH) | Encrypts DNS queries to prevent interception | Greater privacy in domain name resolution |
| SMB over QUIC | Access SMB file shares over the internet without a VPN (Datacenter only) | Simplified remote access to file servers (available in Datacenter; not Standard) |
| Built-in Azure Arc | Manage on-premises servers from the Azure portal | Single pane of glass for on-premises and cloud servers |
| Improved Windows containers | Smaller image size, better performance and Kubernetes compatibility | Faster deployment of containerised applications |
| Storage Migration Service | Migrates data, identities and configuration from older servers | Eases migration from Windows Server 2012/2016/2019 |
| Hyper-V with nested NUMA | NUMA topology support inside virtual machines | Better performance for memory-intensive VM workloads |
Windows Server 2022 Standard vs Datacenter
The fundamental difference between Standard and Datacenter is virtualisation. This Standard licence allows up to 2 Hyper-V VMs; Datacenter allows unlimited VMs:
| Feature | Standard | Datacenter |
|---|---|---|
| Cores included | 24 | 24 |
| Hyper-V VMs included | 2 VMs | Unlimited |
| Windows containers | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Isolated Hyper-V containers | 2 | Unlimited |
| Storage Spaces Direct | ✘ | ✔ |
| Storage Replica | Limited (1 volume) | Full |
| Shielded VMs | ✘ | ✔ |
| SMB over QUIC | ✘ | ✔ |
| Software Defined Networking | ✘ | ✔ |
| Ideal for | Physical server, AD, file server, DNS, DHCP, business apps | Hyper-V hosts, HCI, private cloud, data centres |
Need unlimited VMs? See Windows Server 2022 Datacenter.
Windows Server 2019 vs 2022 vs 2025 Standard
| Aspect | Server 2019 | Server 2022 | Server 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Release year | 2018 | 2021 | 2024 |
| Cores included | 16 | 24 | 24 |
| Extended support until | January 2029 | October 2031 | October 2035 |
| Secured-core server | ✘ | ✔ | ✔ |
| TLS 1.3 by default | ✘ | ✔ | ✔ |
| DNS over HTTPS | ✘ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Native hot-patching | ✘ | ✘ | ✔ |
| AD functional level 2025 | ✘ | ✘ | ✔ |
| Ideal for | Legacy environments supported until 2029 | Current production, best value for money | New deployments, advanced features |
Recommendation: Windows Server 2022 Standard offers the best value for production environments that do not require the exclusive features of 2025 (native hot-patching, AD 2025). It has over 5 years of support remaining and the core security improvements (Secured-core, TLS 1.3). If you prefer the latest version, see Windows Server 2025 Standard.
Licensing: cores + CALs
Windows Server 2022 Standard uses a licensing model based on processor cores plus CALs per user or device. This licence covers 24 physical cores. Additionally, every user or device accessing the server requires a CAL:
| CAL type | What it authorises | Ideal when |
|---|---|---|
| User CAL | 1 user accesses from any number of devices | Employees using PC, laptop and mobile |
| Device CAL | 1 device used by any number of users | Shared fixed workstations used in shifts |
| RDS CAL | Remote Desktop (RDP) access to the server | Users connecting via Remote Desktop |
Important: Windows Server 2022 CALs grant access to Server 2022 and earlier (2019, 2016). If you upgrade to Windows Server 2025, you will need version 2025 CALs. See available CALs.
System requirements
| Component | Minimum requirement |
|---|---|
| Processor | x64-compatible, 1.4 GHz, supporting NX, DEP, CMPXCHG16b, LAHF/SAHF, PrefetchW and POPCNT |
| RAM | Minimum 512 MB (2 GB for Desktop Experience; 16 GB+ recommended for production) |
| Disk | 32 GB minimum free space (SSD recommended) |
| Firmware | UEFI 2.3.1c with Secure Boot (TPM 2.0 recommended for Secured-core) |
| Network | Ethernet adapter with minimum 1 Gbps throughput |
Installation and activation
| Step | Detail |
|---|---|
| 1. Download the ISO | Download the official ISO from the Microsoft Evaluation Centre or from your VLSC account |
| 2. Install the system | Boot from the ISO, select “Windows Server 2022 Standard” (Server Core or Desktop Experience), format the disk and complete the installation |
| 3. Enter the product key | In Settings > Activation, enter the product key you will receive by email after purchase |
| 4. Verify activation | Run slmgr /xpr in PowerShell to confirm the licence is permanently activated |
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Frequently asked questions
What does this Windows Server 2022 Standard licence include?
The licence covers the Windows Server 2022 Standard operating system for 24 physical cores with the right to run up to 2 Hyper-V virtual machines. It includes all server roles: Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, file server, IIS, Hyper-V, WSUS and more. User or device CALs are purchased separately.
How many virtual machines can I run with Standard?
Up to 2 Hyper-V virtual machines (or 2 isolated Hyper-V containers). If you need 3 or more VMs, you can purchase additional Standard licences stacked on the same server, or choose Windows Server 2022 Datacenter which allows unlimited VMs.
Do I need CALs in addition to the server licence?
Yes. Every user or device accessing the server requires a CAL (Client Access Licence). You can choose a User CAL or a Device CAL. If users connect via Remote Desktop, they also need an RDS CAL.
What if my server has more than 24 cores?
You need additional core licences. The base licence covers 24 physical cores. Cores are licenced in 2-core packs with a minimum of 8 cores per physical processor and 16 cores total per server. Contact us and we will help you calculate the exact licence.
Can I upgrade from Windows Server 2019 to 2022?
Yes. Microsoft supports in-place upgrades from Windows Server 2016 and 2019 to 2022. You can also perform a clean installation and migrate roles with Storage Migration Service. We recommend testing in a non-production environment first.
How long will I receive security updates?
Microsoft provides mainstream support until October 2026 (new features + security) and extended support until October 2031 (security updates only). That leaves over 5 years of guaranteed security patches.
Should I buy Server 2022 or Server 2025?
It depends on your needs. Windows Server 2022 offers support until 2031, Secured-core and TLS 1.3 at a competitive price. Windows Server 2025 adds native hot-patching, AD functional level 2025 and support until 2035. If you do not need the exclusive features of 2025 and value proven stability, Server 2022 is an excellent choice. See also Windows Server 2025 Standard.
Are these licences legal?
Yes. We are La Tienda de las Licencias, a Spanish company operating under the Court of Justice of the European Union ruling C-128/11, which establishes that reselling legitimate software licences is legal throughout the EU. We issue a VAT invoice and provide a lifetime licence guarantee.
Do you deliver to Latin America, Africa and Asia?
Yes. At La Tienda de las Licencias we accept local-currency payments from Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Mexico, Peru, Ecuador, Costa Rica, Bolivia, Guatemala, Panama, Kenya, Nigeria, Indonesia, Malaysia and more countries. Delivery is digital and instant by email, regardless of your geographical location.
Specific References
Genuine, perpetual Windows Server 2022 Standard: a 24-core licence for a single payment, no subscription. Built for physical servers or light virtualisation —it covers up to 2 virtual machines— and delivered by email with your Product Key instantly.
One-time payment, perpetual 24 cores included Up to 2 virtual machines Supported until 2031
How many virtual machines will you run? Standard covers up to 2; if you need more, go for Windows Server 2022 Datacenter (unlimited machines). If users will also connect via Remote Desktop, add your Remote Desktop CALs.
Rated 9.8/10 on eKomi (Gold seal) · Spanish company · Genuine, legally resold licence · Lifetime guarantee.
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