Microsoft Windows Server 2019 Standard (16 Core)

Microsoft Windows Server 2019 Standard 16 Core

Microsoft Windows Server 2019 Standard 16 Core is the server operating system designed for infrastructures equipped with processors totaling up to 16 physical cores. It offers all the features of the Standard edition in a configuration sized for mid-range servers, with an optimized cost/performance ratio for SMEs and budget-conscious organizations.

16 Core vs 24 Core — which to choose?

The 16 Core version is suitable for servers with processors totaling up to 16 physical cores. If your infrastructure has more physical cores or if you anticipate increased load, Windows Server 2019 Standard 24 Core covers up to 24 cores and is available as a digital license on Licence24.ch. For new installations, it may also be relevant to consider Microsoft Windows Server 2022 Standard, which offers security improvements and better Azure integration.

Who is it for?

Windows Server 2019 Standard 16 Core is aimed at system administrators, IT teams, and SMEs looking to deploy or maintain a Windows server infrastructure on machines with 16 physical cores. It is especially suitable for existing Windows Server 2019 environments, gradual migrations, and organizations with moderate virtualization needs.

ℹ️ Windows Server 2019 Standard includes licenses for 2 Windows Server virtual machines per server license. Windows Server 2019 CALs are required for each user or device connecting to the server.

Main features

• Full server operating system with DNS, DHCP, Active Directory, Hyper-V, and IIS roles
• Built-in virtualization with Hyper-V — 2 Windows Server virtual machines included per license
• Enhanced security: Windows Defender Advanced Threat Protection, BitLocker encryption, Shielded VMs
• Azure integration: hybrid backup, replication, and management via Azure Arc
• Windows Server and Linux containers for modern application deployments
• High availability with failover clustering
• Support for Storage Spaces Direct for converged storage infrastructures

Compatibility and requirements

• License model: per core — covers up to 16 physical cores on 1 server
• Included virtual machines: 2 Windows Server VMs per Standard license
• Processor: x64, minimum 1.4 GHz (2 GHz recommended), SSE2 compatible
• RAM: minimum 512 MB (16 GB recommended for server use)
• Disk space: minimum 32 GB
• Network: Gigabit Ethernet adapter recommended
• ⚠️ Windows Server 2019 CALs are required for each user or device connecting to the server
• Microsoft extended support guaranteed until 01/09/2029