If I am using OpenVPN for users to connect (not using Active Directory or the built-in Windows VPN), does it still matter how many CALs I have?
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If I am using OpenVPN for users to connect (not using Active Directory or the built-in Windows VPN), does it still matter how many CALs I have?
Thanks
I would have thought so, as it is still a connection to the server.
VPN just makes them appear on the same network as the server for all intents and purposes, so I would presume it would still be seen as one of the CALs being used.
yes even if your "Per Device"
What is 2008 costing by the way?
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thanks for the info...
to Jay: its $999.00 USD and it comes with 5 CALs, just like Win Server 2003 was when it first came out.
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EDIT: it can be found cheaper from places like newegg:
Newegg.com - Microsoft Windows Server Standard 2008 32Bit/x64 English 1pk DSP OEI DVD 1-4CPU 5 Clt w/Hyper V - OEM
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Last edited by latrosicarius; 30-03-2008 at 10:11 PM.
well, in here: Windows Server 2008: Frequently Asked Questions about Licensing, it says:so does that mean off-LAN users who connect with OpenVPN would be considered "anonymous" to the Win2008 system (since they don't use Active Directory) and i don't have to buy more CALs?Q. When do I need to acquire a Windows Server 2008 CAL?
A. A Windows Server 2008 CAL is required when a user or device accesses or uses the Windows Server 2008 server software. However, if access is through the Internet and is anonymous (for example, when browsing a public Web site), a Windows Server CAL is not required. Also, if that user is an external user, another option is to acquire an External Connector license. See the Windows External Connector License section below for more detail. Further information is available at the External Connector License Overview.
thank you
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once they've connected with the VPN what do they then access ?
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I would have thought if they are accessing another computers drives, they would not need a license. If they are accessing the shares on the Server 2008 machine then they would be included in the CALs.
The exception Microsoft mention is for WWW access - ie if a Website is accessed on the server then you would not need a CAL.
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