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Transfer RDP CALs to another server
Hi, I need to solve the following problem...
Current status:
Server1 - Windows Server 2016, standalone domain controller "olddomain.local", it has the RDP license server role (15 CALs) and is used as RDP for users it has the role of a licensed RDP server for these CALs.
Server2 - Windows Server 2022, is part of the domain "newdomain.local", I have purchased 10x RDS CAL licenses for this OS but I haven't activated them yet.
My Idea:
Server1 - will be part of the domain "newdomain.local", will serve as an RDP server for users
Server2 - it will have the role of a licensed RDP CALs and RDP CALs 2016 + 2022 will be activated on it so that more RDP users can access Server1. I think mixing licenses is possible.
https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/answers/questions/1044098/can-i-use-2016-terminal-services-licenses-on-2022
Question... How do I transfer RDP licenses from Server1 to Server2 so they don't get lost or blocked?
Can I use this procedure?
https://www.vkernel.ro/blog/how-to-movemigrate-rds-cals-to-a-new-server
Thank you, MG
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Hello mgrunt
It seems you can follow the steps outlined in the guide you linked. You’ll need also to make sure that both servers are properly configured and that you use the Remote Desktop Licensing Manager to migrate the CALs. It's important to ensure that Server2 is set up as the new licensing server and that the CALs from Server1 are correctly deactivated and transferred. Afterward, activate the 2016 and 2022 CALs on Server2. Mixing CALs from different versions is supported, so you should be fine with that setup. Just make sure to follow the procedure closely to avoid losing any licenses.
This articles may give you some extra advice:
https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-server/remote/remote-desktop-services/migrate-rds-calsHope it helps!
