Windows Server 2008 R2 RDS 20 Device CALs gives you secure, centralized Remote Desktop access for up to 20 shared workstations in your Windows Server environment. It is designed for organizations that rely on fixed terminals, kiosks, or shared PCs. You benefit from a lifetime license, instant digital delivery, and 100% compliance with EU Directive 2009/24/EC for fully legal software resale within the European Union.

Overview of Windows Server 2008 R2 RDS 20 Device CALs

• Platform: Windows Server
• Edition: Remote Desktop Services – Device CALs
• License Type: Retail
• Devices: 1 device
• License Duration: Lifetime
• Activation Method: Online activation
• Delivery: Instant digital delivery via email
• Support: Email and remote assistance
• Language Support: Multi-language
• Compliance: Fully legal resale under EU Directive 2009/24/EC

What Is Windows Server 2008 R2 RDS 20 Device CALs?

Windows Server 2008 R2 RDS 20 Device CALs is a licensing pack that allows up to 20 physical devices (PCs, thin clients, terminals) to connect remotely to your Windows Server Remote Desktop Services environment. Instead of licensing individual users, you license shared devices, which is ideal when multiple people use the same workstation across different shifts.

You should choose this edition if your environment is built around shared PCs in offices, factories, libraries, schools, hospitals, reception desks, or call centers. If your users each have several devices and you prefer user-based licensing, consider Windows Server 2008 R2 RDS 20 User CALs. For a broader overview of Remote Desktop licensing options, explore our Windows Server 2008 RDS licenses category.

Included Features in Windows Server 2008 R2 RDS 20 Device CALs

• Device-based licensing: License each shared workstation instead of individual users to optimize costs in multi-shift environments.
• Secure Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP): Provide encrypted sessions to protect corporate data over internal and external networks.
• Centralized application hosting: Run business apps on the server to simplify updates, patching, and maintenance.
• RemoteApp publishing: Deliver remote applications that look and feel like they are running locally on the device.
• Group Policy management: Control user experience, sessions, and security settings consistently across all RDS devices.

New Features in Windows Server 2008 R2 RDS 20 Device CALs

• Improved graphics and multimedia performance for richer remote sessions.
• Enhanced RemoteApp integration with smoother application windows and taskbar behavior.
• Optimized performance over low-bandwidth and high-latency connections.
• More granular session monitoring and administrative controls for IT teams.
• Updated security and authentication protocols compared to earlier Windows Server RDS versions.

Key Features & Benefits of Windows Server 2008 R2 RDS 20 Device CALs

Security & Compliance

You benefit from hardened Remote Desktop access with centralized control and alignment to Microsoft best practices. Your retail license is 100% legal under EU law and fully supported by Directive 2009/24/EC, helping you stay compliant during audits and license reviews.

Performance & Virtualization

By running desktops and applications on the server instead of each endpoint, you extend the life of older hardware, reduce performance issues, and deliver a more consistent user experience across all RDS devices.

Remote Access Tools

You can offer staff, contractors, or frontline workers secure access to line-of-business applications from any licensed device, whether it is a thin client, a shared kiosk, or a dedicated terminal in your network.

Productivity & Efficiency

Centralized deployment and management of applications reduces IT workload, lowers support tickets, and shortens maintenance windows, so your teams can focus on operations instead of troubleshooting local installs.

One-Time Ownership

With a lifetime license of type retail license, you pay once and use the CALs for as long as you run Windows Server 2008 R2 RDS—there is no subscription or renewal required, and your investment remains stable over time.

How to Activate Your Windows Server 2008 R2 RDS 20 Device CALs License

1. Download the software
2. Install it on your device
3. Go to Settings > Activation
4. Enter your product key and activate online

Why Buy Windows Server 2008 R2 RDS 20 Device CALs from Digital License?

• Instant delivery via email within minutes
• Lifetime license with no subscription
• Remote support and installation help included
• 100% legal resale under EU Directive 2009/24/EC
• Refund guarantee if activation fails

Digital License Is a Verified Microsoft Partner

Digital License is an official Microsoft Partner (ID: 7033487), recognized for delivering genuine software licenses and verified solutions across Europe. You can verify our partnership directly on the Microsoft Partner Directory. This ensures every license you purchase is authentic, secure, and fully compliant with Microsoft standards and EU Directive 2009/24/EC.

FAQs About Windows Server 2008 R2 RDS 20 Device CALs

Is this a genuine retail key or a volume license?

You receive a genuine retail key with a lifetime license, which is 100% legal under EU law and fully covered by Directive 2009/24/EC.

Do I need to pay any subscription or renewal fees?

No, this is a perpetual license, so there is no subscription or renewal—you pay once and use the Device CALs as long as you need.

What if the product key does not activate?

If you experience any activation issues, we provide full remote activation support and a full refund guarantee if the problem cannot be resolved.

Is buying second-hand Retail licenses really legal in the EU?

Yes, the resale of used retail license keys is 100% legal under EU law thanks to Directive 2009/24/EC, as long as conditions for transfer are met.

When should I choose Device CALs instead of User CALs?

Choose Device CALs when you have shared workstations used by many people in shifts; choose User CALs when a smaller number of named users each access from multiple devices.

Can I move the license to another RDS licensing server?

Yes, as a retail license, it can be reinstalled or moved in line with Microsoft’s licensing rules and your internal compliance policies.

What kind of support do I get from Digital License?

You receive detailed setup documentation, priority email assistance, and remote activation support to ensure a smooth deployment.

Installation & Support for Windows Server 2008 R2 RDS 20 Device CALs

• Official product key sent via email
• Secure download link from Microsoft or our servers
• Step-by-step instructions included
• Remote setup help available
• Buy with confidence from a verified EU software license reseller

What Does “Retail” Mean?

A retail license is a transferable, one-time-purchase license that you can reinstall or move to new hardware in line with Microsoft’s terms. Under Directive 2009/24/EC, the resale of qualifying retail software in the EU is 100% legal under EU law, giving you long-term flexibility, legal certainty, and investment protection for your Windows Server environment.