Microsoft Windows Server 2019 Standard 16 Core License - Business Starter Pack

Microsoft Windows Server 2019 Standard provides a proven, reliable server platform designed for businesses that need secure infrastructure and dependable performance. The Business Starter Pack enhances deployment by combining the 16-core server license with essential Client Access Licenses, giving organizations a simplified, ready-to-deploy solution for managing users, applications, and network resources.

Business Starter Pack: Simplified Licensing and Faster Deployment

This bundle removes the complexity of sourcing access licensing separately, helping organizations implement server infrastructure quickly while maintaining predictable costs. It’s designed for small to mid-sized businesses building or upgrading physical or lightly virtualized environments.

Starter Pack Includes

• Windows Server 2019 Standard 16-Core License

• Support for up to two virtual machines

• 5 User Client Access Licenses (CALs)

• 5 Remote Desktop Services (RDS) CALs

Together, these components provide immediate access support for employees and remote users, allowing businesses to deploy server environments without additional licensing setup.

Built for Core Business Infrastructure

Windows Server 2019 Standard delivers the essential services organizations rely on daily. It supports authentication, file storage, print services, application hosting, and centralized user management, helping businesses maintain operational efficiency while supporting future growth. The platform balances strong performance with flexible virtualization capabilities, making it well suited for organizations managing a combination of physical and virtual workloads.

Core Infrastructure Capabilities

• Active Directory domain and identity management

• File and print server hosting

• Application and database hosting

• Network services including DNS and DHCP

• Remote access and user session management

Layered Security Designed to Protect Critical Data

Security features in Windows Server 2019 help defend against modern cyber threats while protecting sensitive information across your network. Built-in protections help detect suspicious activity, secure administrator credentials, and prevent unauthorized system access.

Security Highlights

• Windows Defender protections for server environments

• Credential Guard and Device Guard to protect authentication and system integrity

• Shielded Virtual Machines for secure virtual workload protection

• Encryption tools to safeguard data in transit and at rest

These protections help reduce vulnerability exposure while supporting compliance and risk management initiatives.

Hybrid Cloud Integration and Modern Workload Support

Windows Server 2019 allows businesses to connect on-premises infrastructure with cloud services for greater flexibility and disaster recovery support. Integration with Microsoft Azure enables organizations to extend storage, improve backup strategies, and support hybrid IT environments without replacing existing infrastructure.

The platform also supports containerized application development through Windows and Hyper-V containers, helping businesses modernize application deployment and improve development efficiency.

Hybrid and Modern Workload Capabilities

• Azure hybrid backup and disaster recovery integration

• Windows and Hyper-V container support

• Legacy application modernization support

• Cloud migration readiness

• Centralized hybrid infrastructure monitoring

Software-Defined Infrastructure and Resource Optimization

Windows Server 2019 introduces software-defined capabilities that improve infrastructure efficiency and scalability. Storage Spaces and software-defined networking technologies help reduce hardware dependency while improving performance and resilience across server workloads. These tools allow organizations to expand infrastructure strategically while maintaining centralized management and automation capabilities.

A Stable and Cost-Effective Server Platform

Windows Server 2019 Standard Business Starter Pack delivers a balanced combination of reliability, security, virtualization support, and hybrid readiness. It remains a strong choice for organizations that want a trusted Microsoft server platform capable of supporting modern workloads while maintaining compatibility with existing systems and applications.

Technical Deployment Snapshot

• Licensing Model: Core-based (16 Core License Included)

• Virtualization Rights: Up to 2 Virtual Machines

• Deployment Options: Physical or Virtual Server

• Supported Workloads: File, Application, Identity, and Virtualization Services

• Remote Access Support: Includes 5 User CALs and 5 RDS CALs