Remote Desktop Services licensing
Microsoft Windows Server 2022 RDS Device CALs
License shared endpoints to access Windows Server 2022 Remote Desktop Services, with selectable 5, 10, 20 or 50 Device CAL quantities.
- Per-device licensing
- 5–50 Device CAL options
- Shared workstation value
- RDS Licensing Manager
Windows Server 2022 has extended support through October 2031. Keep the RDS hosts and licensing server patched.
Understand the offer
What this licence is designed to cover
Use the scope below to confirm that the licensing model matches the people, devices and infrastructure in your environment.
Shared endpoint access
A licensed device can be used by multiple permitted users to connect to RDS desktops and published applications.
Quantity flexibility
Choose 5, 10, 20 or 50 Device CALs. One entitlement covers the selected quantity.
Compatible administration
Install the pack through a compatible Remote Desktop Licensing server and configure Per Device mode.
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Requirements and exclusions
Server products and CALs solve different parts of a licensing requirement. Confirm the complete deployment, not only the item on this page.
You will also need
- A licensed Windows Server 2022 Standard or Datacenter environment.
- A Windows Server CAL in addition to each RDS CAL.
- A compatible, activated Remote Desktop Licensing server.
Not included by this page
- Does not include Windows Server operating-system licensing.
- Does not replace standard Windows Server CALs.
- Does not license access to a Windows Server 2025 RDS host.
Digital delivery and assistance
From checkout to a working deployment
Every order uses the same clear fulfilment and support pathway.
Order confirmed
The selected product and quantity are checked before fulfilment.
Email delivery
One key or entitlement covering the selected quantity, applicable official Microsoft links and instructions are normally sent in 1–10 minutes.
Guided setup
Remote assistance, live chat, email and phone support are available for installation, licensing and activation.
Activation assurance
Support checks all available options, supplies a replacement first, and provides a full refund if the replacement cannot be activated.
Licence and region: supplied according to stock availability; valid worldwide and available in Microsoft-supported languages.
Assignment or activation: Per-device CALs are issued and tracked by the Remote Desktop Licensing server. They are not motherboard-bound server keys; use RDS Licensing Manager for issuance and permitted revocation.
Questions answered
Frequently asked questions
Who should choose Device CALs?
Can 2022 RDS CALs access older servers?
What arrives by email?
What support is included?
What happens if activation fails?
Where can the licence be used?
Official Microsoft references: Microsoft RDS CAL model · Windows Server 2022 lifecycle
Licensing depends on the agreement and Product Terms governing the purchase. Contact Software Mart Australia before ordering for mixed versions, external users, hosting, failover or complex deployments.
Buy with the deployment in mind
Select the number of shared devices that require Windows Server 2022 RDS access.
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