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Windows Server 2003 Pricing

Last Updated: February 6, 2004

This page lists pricing and licensing details for U.S. and Canadian editions of Windows Server 2003.

Estimated Retail Pricing

The Microsoft Windows Server 2003 licensing model consists of a Server operating system license and incremental Client Access Licenses (CALs) and is designed to allow for complete scalability of your cost in relation to your usage. In addition, Microsoft offers several flexible, cost-effective options for licensing. Note that there are a few CAL types available to suit your individual needs. This page provides guidance on the Windows Server 2003 pricing and points you to our various licensing programs so you can find the most cost-effective solution for your organization.

Product Offering U.S. Price*Description
Windows Server 2003, Standard Edition$999Standard Server product plus 5 CALs (User or Device, chosen after purchase)
Windows Server 2003, Standard Edition$1,199Standard Server product plus 10 CALs (User or Device, chosen after purchase)
Windows Server 2003, Enterprise Edition, 32-bit version$3,999Enterprise Server product plus 25 CALs (User or Device, chosen after purchase)
Windows Server 2003, Enterprise Edition, 64-bit versionSame as 32-bit versionEnterprise Server product, but not available through retail channel, therefore number and type of CALs are chosen separately. Can be acquired through volume licensing agreement or OEM.
Windows Server 2003, Datacenter Edition**Available in 32-bit and 64-bit versions. Includes 5 CALs (User or Device, chosen after purchase)
Windows Server 2003, Web Edition$399 Open NLWeb Server product, no CALs required. Windows Server 2003, Web Edition, is not available in all channels. Open NL estimated price is $399. Contact your local System Builder, OEM, or reseller for actual prices or for more information on how to purchase.

Client Access LicensesU.S. Price*Description
Windows Server 2003, Client Access License 5-pack$1995 additional Windows Server 2003 CALs (User or Device, chosen at time of purchase)
Windows Server 2003, Client Access License 20-pack$79920 additional Windows Server 2003 CALs (User or Device, chosen at time of purchase)
Windows Server 2003, TS Client Access License 5-pack$7495 additional Windows Server 2003 Terminal Server (TS) CALs (User or Device, chosen at time of purchase)
Windows Server 2003, TS Client Access License 20-pack$2,97920 additional Windows Server 2003 TS CALs (User or Device, chosen at time of purchase)

ConnectorsU.S. Price*Description
Windows Server 2003, External Connector License$1,999***Optional additional server license for External Users accessing Windows Server 2003 software
Windows Server 2003, Terminal Server External Connector License$7,999***Optional additional server license for External Users accessing Windows Server 2003 Terminal Server

* Prices on this page are stated in U.S. dollars and reflect pricing for purchases within the United States and Canada. The prices listed are estimated prices; reseller pricing may vary. To find the Microsoft Web site for your country/region, visit the Worldwide sites page.

** This product is only available through qualified OEMs. Contact a qualified OEM for more information on how to purchase Windows Server 2003, Datacenter Edition, and the Datacenter High Availability Program.

*** This product is only available through volume licensing programs. Contact your local reseller for more information on how to purchase or review your Volume Licensing options.

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