Detailed Specifications
Microsoft GMGF0PWHC-0002-S – Windows Server 2025 Standard 8-Core License Pack, 1-Year Term
Overview
Microsoft Windows Server 2025 Standard is a server operating system edition designed for business infrastructure, application hosting, and virtualization workloads. Part number GMGF0PWHC-0002-S identifies an 8-core license pack with a one-year term.
This license pack is intended for organizations managing Windows Server deployments and planning core-based licensing coverage. It can contribute to the licensing requirements of an eligible server environment, but an 8-core pack does not automatically license an entire physical server. The required quantity depends on the server's physical cores or the applicable virtual-machine licensing model.
Key Features
- Windows Server 2025 Standard: Provides licensing for Microsoft's Standard edition server operating system.
- 8-core license pack: Covers eight core licenses for eligible licensing scenarios.
- One-year term: Identified by reseller listings as a one-year license offer.
- Core-based licensing: Supports licensing plans that align Windows Server entitlements with server compute resources.
- Standard virtualization rights: When all physical cores are appropriately licensed, Standard edition permits two operating system environments, subject to Microsoft's licensing terms.
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Microsoft |
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| Manufacturer Part Number | GMGF0PWHC-0002-S |
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| Product Name | Windows Server 2025 Standard |
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| Software Category | Server operating system licensing |
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| Edition | Standard |
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| License Quantity | 8 cores |
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| License Term | 1 year |
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| License Model | Core-based license |
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| Supported Platform | Server |
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| Virtualization Rights | Two operating system environments when all physical cores are licensed, subject to applicable terms |
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| Billing Frequency | Confirm the specific offer's billing terms with the seller |
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| Product Type | Software license; not physical server hardware |
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Product Note
Microsoft's physical-core licensing rules generally require all physical cores in a server to be licensed, subject to a minimum of eight core licenses per physical processor and 16 core licenses per server. This 8-core pack may therefore be only part of the licensing needed for a physical server. Windows Server Standard permits additional virtualization rights when the server is relicensed for the required cores. Virtual-machine-based licensing has separate eligibility and minimum-core requirements. Client Access Licenses (CALs) may also be required for users or devices accessing Windows Server. Verify the licensing configuration and exact commercial terms before purchasing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does GMGF0PWHC-0002-S include?
This SKU identifies Microsoft Windows Server 2025 Standard with an 8-core license pack and a one-year term.
Does the 8-core pack license a complete server?
Not necessarily. Physical-core licensing generally requires a minimum of 16 core licenses per server, and additional licenses may be needed depending on the hardware configuration.
How long is the license valid?
Reseller listings identify this offer as a one-year license. Confirm renewal and payment conditions with the seller.
Can it be used for virtualization?
Yes, subject to Microsoft's licensing rules. Windows Server Standard permits two operating system environments when the server is fully licensed for its physical cores. Additional virtualization rights require additional licensing.
Are Client Access Licenses included?
Do not assume CALs are included in this core license pack. Check the offer details and Microsoft's access licensing requirements.
