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id=\"dc22-title\"\u003eWindows Server 2022 Datacenter (16-Core)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"dc-lead\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWindows Server 2022 Datacenter\u003c\/strong\u003e is designed for businesses, IT professionals, and organizations running highly virtualized server environments. Manage users, networks, storage, and virtual machines with Microsoft's server platform. This \u003cstrong\u003eWindows Server 2022 Datacenter 16-core license\u003c\/strong\u003e option is delivered as a digital product key with setup guidance by email.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul class=\"dc-tags\" aria-label=\"Product highlights\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e16-Core Datacenter Edition\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eAdvanced Hyper-V Virtualization\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eLifetime License\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eDigital Email Delivery\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"dc-section\" aria-labelledby=\"dc22-features\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"dc-sectionhead\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2 id=\"dc22-features\"\u003eWindows Server 2022 Datacenter Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eEnterprise server capabilities for virtualized infrastructure, network administration, and business-critical workloads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"dc-featuregrid\"\u003e\n      \u003carticle class=\"dc-feature\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"dc-featuretop\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"dc-num\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e01\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHyper-V Virtualization\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eCreate, run, and manage virtual machines using Hyper-V. Datacenter offers unlimited Windows Server virtual machine rights on a properly licensed physical server, making it a strong choice for heavily virtualized environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/article\u003e\n      \u003carticle class=\"dc-feature\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"dc-featuretop\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"dc-num\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e02\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ch3\u003eActive Directory \u0026amp; Network Services\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eManage employee accounts, devices, access permissions, and domain policies with Active Directory Domain Services. Configure DNS and DHCP to support your organization's network.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/article\u003e\n      \u003carticle class=\"dc-feature\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"dc-featuretop\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"dc-num\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e03\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAdvanced Storage \u0026amp; Availability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eSupport resilient storage setups with Datacenter capabilities such as Storage Spaces Direct and Storage Replica. These features help IT teams build and maintain business infrastructure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/article\u003e\n      \u003carticle class=\"dc-feature\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"dc-featuretop\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"dc-num\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e04\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSecurity for Virtualized Workloads\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eProtect compatible workloads using Windows Server security technologies, including Shielded Virtual Machines, secured-core capabilities, and modern network security features.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"dc-section\" aria-labelledby=\"dc22-included\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"dc-sectionhead\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2 id=\"dc22-included\"\u003eWhat You Receive With Your Purchase\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eDigital delivery with the information you need to begin installation and activation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"dc-purchase\"\u003e\n      \u003carticle\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"dc-step\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e01\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eDatacenter Product Key\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eReceive a Windows Server 2022 Datacenter license key by email after your order is processed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/article\u003e\n      \u003carticle\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"dc-step\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e02\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003e16-Core License Option\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eGet the 16-core Datacenter product option for compatible Windows Server deployments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/article\u003e\n      \u003carticle\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"dc-step\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e03\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eSetup \u0026amp; Installation Guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eFollow the supplied instructions to install Server Core or Server with Desktop Experience and activate your key.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"dc-section\" aria-labelledby=\"dc22-details\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"dc-sectionhead\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2 id=\"dc22-details\"\u003eWindows Server 2022 Datacenter License Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eA quick overview of the edition, licensing option, and delivery method.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"dc-tablewrap\"\u003e\n      \u003ctable aria-label=\"Windows Server 2022 Datacenter 16-core product specifications\"\u003e\n        \u003ctbody\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eProduct\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMicrosoft Windows Server 2022 Datacenter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eEdition\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDatacenter (16-Core)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eLicense\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLifetime digital product key\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDelivery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDigital product key and setup guidance by email\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCompatible Platform\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupported 64-bit (x64) server hardware\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation Options\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eServer Core or Server with Desktop Experience\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n      \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"dc-section\" aria-labelledby=\"dc22-editions\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"dc-sectionhead\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2 id=\"dc22-editions\"\u003eCompare Windows Server Editions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eChoose an edition that fits your virtualization needs and server hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"dc-compare\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eWindows Server 2022 Standard vs Datacenter\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eDatacenter is intended for organizations that need extensive virtualization and advanced datacenter features. Standard suits many physical or less-virtualized business servers. Compare this edition with \u003ca class=\"dc-link\" href=\"https:\/\/bundlezone.us\/products\/windows-server-2022-standard-16-core\"\u003eWindows Server 2022 Standard (16-Core)\u003c\/a\u003e to choose the right option for your environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"dc-compare\" style=\"margin-top:13px\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eConsidering a Newer Server Release?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eIf you are planning a newer deployment or upgrade, explore \u003ca class=\"dc-link\" href=\"https:\/\/bundlezone.us\/products\/windows-server-2025-datacenter-16-core\"\u003eWindows Server 2025 Datacenter (16-Core)\u003c\/a\u003e. Review software compatibility and licensing before selecting your version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"dc-section\" aria-labelledby=\"dc22-faqs\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"dc-sectionhead\"\u003e\u003ch2 id=\"dc22-faqs\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"dc-faq\"\u003e\n      \u003cdetails\u003e\n        \u003csummary\u003eWhat is Windows Server 2022 Datacenter used for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"dc-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is a server operating system for businesses running virtual machines, managing users and networks, and supporting large or demanding server workloads.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/details\u003e\n      \u003cdetails\u003e\n        \u003csummary\u003eWhat does a Windows Server 2022 Datacenter 16-core license mean?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"dc-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is a 16-core licensing option. The number of core licenses needed depends on the physical server: Microsoft generally requires at least 16 core licenses per server and at least eight per processor. Client Access Licenses (CALs) may also be required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/details\u003e\n      \u003cdetails\u003e\n        \u003csummary\u003eDoes Windows Server 2022 Datacenter support unlimited virtual machines?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"dc-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Datacenter provides unlimited Windows Server virtual machine rights on a physical host when all required physical cores on that host are properly licensed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/details\u003e\n      \u003cdetails\u003e\n        \u003csummary\u003eIs this Windows Server 2022 Datacenter key a non-bind key?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"dc-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. This is a \u003cstrong\u003enon-bind product key\u003c\/strong\u003e; it is not linked to your personal Microsoft account.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/details\u003e\n      \u003cdetails\u003e\n        \u003csummary\u003eWhen must I activate my Windows Server 2022 Datacenter key?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"dc-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease \u003cstrong\u003eactivate your product key within 7 days of email delivery\u003c\/strong\u003e, according to \u003ca class=\"dc-link\" href=\"https:\/\/bundlezone.us\/pages\/activation-policy\"\u003eBundleZone's Activation Policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/details\u003e\n      \u003cdetails\u003e\n        \u003csummary\u003eCan one product key be activated on two PCs?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"dc-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis product is offered with up to two supported activations. Activation count does not provide an additional server license: each physical server must meet Microsoft's separate core-based licensing requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/details\u003e\n      \u003cdetails\u003e\n        \u003csummary\u003eHow will I receive my Windows Server 2022 Datacenter key?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"dc-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYour digital product key and installation guidance are delivered by email. 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