Microsoft Server External Connector
External access licensing for Windows Server
About this software
Software Assurance only offering for the Windows Server External Connector license that permits external (non-employee) users to access a licensed Windows Server without individual client access licenses (CALs). It applies to external parties such as customers, partners, or contractors and is sold under Microsoft volume licensing terms.
Software Assurance coverage provides benefits tied to the server license, including new version rights and other SA benefits outlined by Microsoft licensing programs.
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Benefits
- External user access: Allows external non-employee users to access Windows Server without individual CALs.
- Simplified licensing: Licenses servers instead of assigning many individual CALs.
- Software Assurance benefits: Includes Software Assurance benefits like new version rights and planning services.
- Suitable for external partners: Designed for customers, partners, contractors and anonymous external users.
- Volume licensing delivery: Purchased and managed through Microsoft's volume licensing channels.
Available languages
- English
- Spanish
- French
- German
- & more supported languages
Support information
- License terms and guides: Microsoft licensing webpages provide official product terms and licensing guidance.
- Volume Licensing Service Center: VLSC is used to manage licenses and access software downloads for licensed customers.
- Software Assurance resources: SA benefit details are available on Microsoft's Software Assurance documentation pages.
- Partner or reseller support: Purchase questions and account changes are handled by Microsoft Volume Licensing partners.
- Product documentation: Windows Server licensing whitepapers and datasheets are available on Microsoft's documentation site.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Windows Server External Connector license?
A server-level license that permits external users to access a Windows Server without individual client access licenses; acquired through Microsoft volume licensing.
Who should use an External Connector license?
Organizations granting server access to external users such as customers, partners, contractors, or anonymous internet users benefit from this licensing option.
How does Software Assurance only apply here?
Software Assurance only denotes purchasing SA coverage tied to the External Connector license to receive SA benefits outlined in Microsoft program documentation.
Does External Connector replace CALs for employees?
No; External Connector covers external users only; internal employees typically require user or device CALs under standard licensing.
Where to manage and download licensed files?
Licensed customers manage entitlements and download media through the Volume Licensing Service Center or other Microsoft volume licensing portals.