Windows Server on Self-Managed Servers

You can install the Windows Server operating system on our Self-Managed Servers for a monthly license fee.

Understanding compatibility and support

We cannot guarantee compatibility with third-party software, custom configurations, or future OS updates. Before ordering, please check that your software’s system requirements will work with your server.

While we ensure our server hardware supports standard Windows Server installations, you remain responsible for managing your own software.

Our support is limited to the initial OS installation and licensing. If you have issues after software changes or updates, we will confirm that the hardware is working correctly. Any further software troubleshooting would remain your responsibility.

We recommend you take precautions to avoid service disruptions, such as making regular backups and checking software updates for breaking changes before you install them.

Licenses

Windows Operating System

  • Windows Server Standard 2019 / 2022 / 2025
  • Windows Server Datacenter 2019 / 2022 / 2025

Windows Remote Desktop License

Remote Desktop supports two concurrent connections for administrators to access the server.  

If you require additional users to access the server, you will need to purchase a Remote Desktop License for each user.

Windows Virtual Machine (VM) Licenses 

  • Windows Server Standard offers a single VM license (Additional VM’s will each need an additional Windows Server Standard license)
  • Windows Server Datacenter offers unlimited VMs

Note: These licenses apply per processor. Therefore, each CPU will require a license. Windows 2019, 2022, and 2025 are licensed per core. So when an additional CPU is added, the number of cores increase, and an additional license is required. 

License fees are available on our website. Contact our Server and Colocation team for any queries.

Windows Support

Our support is limited to the installation of the Operating System and licensing on standard server builds. If you experience any technical issues, refer to Microsoft’s Technet articles.

Customers must adhere to Microsoft’s end-user agreement and the Microsoft Volume Licensing Services Provider Use Rights.

Related Posts: