Microsoft Remote Desktop Services

Client access license for Remote Desktop Services
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Microsoft

About this software

Microsoft Windows Remote Desktop Services CALs authorize users or devices to connect to a Windows Server running Remote Desktop Services for session or RemoteApp access. This listing refers to Software Assurance only coverage for RDS CALs, which relates to maintenance and rights associated with licensing. Remote Desktop Services CALs are available as per-user or per-device licenses and are used in organizations that deliver centrally hosted Windows desktops and applications.

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Benefits

  • Access entitlement: Entitles users or devices to connect to Remote Desktop Session Host.
  • User or device licensing: Available as per-user or per-device client access licenses.
  • Session-based virtualization: Supports session-based virtualization and RemoteApp application delivery.
  • Centralized application access: Allows centralized management and delivery of Windows applications and desktops.
  • Software Assurance benefits: With Software Assurance, get upgrade rights and other benefits.

Available languages

  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • German
  • & more supported languages

Support information

  • Product documentation: Microsoft Docs contains deployment and configuration guidance for Remote Desktop Services and CALs.
  • Licensing terms: Volume Licensing Service and Product Terms explain licensing rules and usage rights.
  • Software Assurance details: Software Assurance benefit descriptions and eligibility are on Microsoft licensing pages.
  • Technical support portal: Microsoft support portal lists support options for licensed customers and services.
  • Lifecycle information: Product lifecycle and support dates are published on Microsoft Product Lifecycle pages.

Frequently asked questions

What does an RDS CAL allow an organization to do?
An RDS CAL permits a user or device to legally connect to a Windows Server running Remote Desktop Services for sessions or RemoteApp.
Are RDS CALs licensed per user or per device?
RDS CALs are available as either per-user or per-device licenses; organizations select based on user access patterns.
Does RDS CAL require Windows Server licensing?
Yes; RDS CALs permit access but do not replace required Windows Server licenses for hosting servers.
What does Software Assurance add to RDS CALs?
Software Assurance provides benefits such as upgrade rights, deployment planning resources, and other licensing benefits for covered products.
Can RDS CALs be used with virtual desktops or VDI?
VDI and virtual desktop scenarios may require different licensing such as Windows VDA or applicable CALs depending on configuration.