Microsoft Windows Server 2016 Datacenter – Lifetime Licence · Digital Product Key

Windows Server 2016 Datacenter is the most complete edition of Windows Server, designed for data centres and highly virtualised environments: unlimited virtual machines, hyperconverged storage and software-defined networking. Genuine lifetime licence, product key by email within minutes and official ISO download.

With Storage Spaces Direct, Storage Replica, shielded virtual machines and Software-Defined Networking, Datacenter turns your hardware into a secure, scalable private cloud infrastructure. Step-by-step guide and free support included.

What you get with Windows Server 2016 Datacenter

• Genuine product key to activate Windows Server 2016 Datacenter on 1 server
• Official download link for the software from Microsoft servers (no physical media, no waiting)
• Installation and activation guide, step by step
• Delivered by email within minutes of payment confirmation
• Invoice and free support before and after your purchase

Key features of Windows Server 2016 Datacenter

• Unlimited virtual machines and unlimited Hyper-V containers on the licensed host
• Storage Spaces Direct (S2D): hyper-converged storage on standard servers
• Storage Replica: synchronous block-level replication between servers and clusters for disaster recovery
• Software-Defined Networking and Network Controller for software-defined data centres
• Shielded virtual machines and Host Guardian Service to protect virtual workloads
• Built-in security: Credential Guard, Device Guard, Windows Defender and Just Enough Administration
• Microsoft extended support until 12 January 2027; after that date the server keeps working normally

System requirements

• Processor: 1.4 GHz 64-bit, compatible with the x64 instruction set (multi-core recommended)
• RAM: 512 MB (2 GB for installation with Desktop Experience)
• Disk space: at least 32 GB (SSD recommended)
• Gigabit Ethernet network card, PCI Express-compliant adapter
• UEFI 2.3.1c firmware with Secure Boot recommended

Activation in 3 easy steps

1. Download the official ISO image of Windows Server 2016 Datacenter from the link in the email and install the matching edition.
2. Enter the product key during installation or under Settings → Activation (or from the command line with slmgr /ipk).
3. Activate online: within seconds your server is ready for production.

Windows Server 2016 Datacenter: frequently asked questions

Is the licence genuine and lifetime?

Yes. You receive a genuine Microsoft product key for Windows Server 2016 Datacenter, purchased from authorised software distributors. It’s a perpetual licence, with no subscription and no recurring costs.

How many cores or processors does the licence cover?

The licence covers one physical server with 2 processors and up to 16 cores in total (16-core base licence). Servers with more cores need additional licences, as set out in Microsoft’s per-core licensing model.

How many virtual machines can I run?

Unlimited. The Datacenter edition lets you run an unlimited number of virtual machines and Hyper-V containers on the licensed host: it’s the choice for highly virtualised environments.

Do I also need CALs?

Yes, as with any Windows Server Standard or Datacenter installation: every user or device accessing the server requires a Client Access License (CAL), which you can buy separately in our store.

Can I transfer the licence to another server?

Yes: once you’ve decommissioned the original server, you can reinstall and activate the licence on the new hardware. The licence can only be active on one server at a time.

How and when will I receive the licence?

By email, within minutes of payment confirmation (in rare cases, due to anti-fraud checks, within 24 hours). No physical media: you receive the product key, the official download link and the step-by-step guide.

CD Keys Deal warranty and support

We buy our licences from authorised software distributors and keep documentation for every supply. If the key doesn’t work on your first activation attempt, we’ll replace it or refund you, as set out in our Warranty Policy. Our team replies by email in under an hour on average and guides you step by step, from installation to activation. Secure payments, invoice included, instant digital delivery: no parcel to wait for.