Windows Server Standard · selectable core quantity
Windows Server 2019 Standard — CPU Core Licence
Select the licensed core quantity for a Windows Server 2019 Standard deployment. The selector controls the core entitlement; Windows Server CALs and RDS CALs are separate.
Who this product is for
Use the product when its edition, lifecycle and licence model match the real deployment—not simply because the version name is familiar.
Physical or lightly virtualised server
A strong Standard-edition fit when VM density is limited.
Known Windows Server 2019 requirement
For an application or estate standardised on this release.
Incremental core licensing
For adding the exact core quantity required by a complete licensing calculation.
Check these points before checkout
- Count every physical core in the licensed server and observe Microsoft minimums.
- Confirm whether the selected pack completes a base licence or adds cores to an existing entitlement.
- Count planned Windows Server virtual machines and compare Standard with Datacenter.
- Purchase the required Windows Server User or Device CALs separately.
- Add RDS CALs separately if users or devices will access Remote Desktop Services.
What the licence supports
Core-based licensing
Choose the quantity that matches the validated physical-core requirement.
Standard virtualisation rights
A fully licensed server generally provides rights for up to two Windows Server OSEs or VMs, subject to Microsoft terms.
Business infrastructure
Supports identity, file, print, application and Hyper-V workloads.
Lifecycle visibility
Windows Server 2019 extended support runs to January 2029.
Keep these licence decisions separate
| Decision | What to count |
|---|---|
| Server cores | Every physical core, with Microsoft processor and server minimums |
| Virtual machines | Windows Server OSEs/VMs planned on the licensed host |
| Base access | Users or devices accessing Windows Server services |
| Remote sessions | Users or devices accessing RDS in addition to base CALs |
Digital delivery and installation support
Place the order using the selected product option.
Orders are checked before digital fulfilment.
Receive the purchased licence information and relevant installation guidance, typically within 1–10 minutes after verification.
Remote assistance, live chat, email and phone support are available.
Frequently asked questions
Does a two-core option fully license a server?
Usually not by itself. It is commonly an add-on quantity within a complete core-licensing position.
Are Server CALs included?
No. Windows Server CALs are separate from CPU core licensing.
How many virtual machines are included?
Standard edition generally provides rights for up to two Windows Server OSEs or VMs when the physical server is fully licensed. Re-license all cores for additional sets.
Is Windows Server 2019 still supported?
It is in extended support, scheduled to end in January 2029.
Licence the cores, then licence access
Choose a validated core quantity above. Ask Software Mart to review the count if the server has multiple processors or hosts virtual machines.
Choose a core quantity aboveNeed help after purchase? Software Mart will troubleshoot fulfilment and activation issues and apply the documented replacement or refund process where appropriate.