I am using a P2V converter and I have a question about the operating software licensing when converted. For example, if I convert Server1 (physical) into a Server2(virtual), do I need to get another Windows Server license to activate and license the Server2 (virtual machine) eventhough it is a copy of Server1(physical)? I am planning to keep Server1 online. I am a little confuse about the licensing part and do not want to hunt be back later.
Any input or advice is greatly appreciated.
Thanks.
Collin
If both servers would be active then you definately need two licences.
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Ms licensing can be complex.
In this this case if you are going to run two production windows servers, then you need two licenses.
If both servers would be active then you definately need two licences.
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Some editions allow to run virtual copies of OS - http://www.microsoft.com/windowsserver2008/en/us/r2-compare-specs.aspx
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