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Windows Embedded Server products licensing is a straightforward process once the correct product to license is identified.

A general illustration on how to license Windows Embedded Server products is described below. The licensing process may vary per product and is subject to change, so please check with your Microsoft Authorized Embedded Distributor for exact details.

Stage 1: FIND A DISTRIBUTOR

Contact a Windows Embedded Authorized Distributor today for specific licensing details and access to the complete set of development tools available to help bring your dedicated server to market quickly

Authorized Distributors can provide Microsoft Windows Embedded Server Evaluation Kits and licensing information

In certain, high-volume cases, OEMs can license directly from Microsoft

»Identify a Microsoft Authorized Embedded Distributor in your region

»Visit www.microsoft.com/specializedservers

In the left-hand navigation select Become An OEM >>

Licensing Information

Select your region

Select a Microsoft Authorized Embedded Server Distributor

stage 2: Presales

OEM contacts Microsoft Authorized Embedded Distributor

OEM obtains a Windows Embedded Server Evaluation Kit from a distributor, a Microsoft manager, or online using Microsoft.com and obtains relevant product keys, if applicable

Distributor provides a Microsoft OEM CLA for embedded systems and a courtesy copy of the ALPs for the Microsoft Windows Embedded Server product of interest

OEM CLA. A standard set of general terms and conditions that each OEM must sign in order to acquire Microsoft Windows Embedded Server products licenses.

ALPs. ALPs define product use rights and restrictions specific to each of the individual Microsoft Windows Embedded Server products.

Stage 3: signed oem cla

• For eligible products, distributor provides OEM with OPK

OPK. Kits that include software and tools relevant to the specific

 

Windows Embedded Server products being licensed.

stage 4: engineering

OEM completes development of the master embedded server image

OEM contacts distributor to order Run-time Licenses, Associated Product Materials (APM), and CALs, if applicable

OEM may create and reproduce, or have a Microsoft Authorized Replicator reproduce, a Recovery CD/DVD

OEM may want to consider engaging support through an OEM

Engineering contract (see page 18)

Run-time License. After ordering Run-time Licenses, the OEM will receive APM from the distributor. APM consists of materials Microsoft designates that are required for distribution with the embedded system. APM typically includes at least two items—the COA and the ALPs that include specific Microsoft Software License Terms. Each embedded system being distributed requires a Run-time License. Depending on the product(s) licensed, a CAL may be required for each user or device (or combination of both) that accesses or uses the Windows Embedded Server products server software.

Stage 5: engineering

• OEM activates the Windows Embedded Server products

Product Activation. Prior to distribution to end customers, the OEM must activate the Windows Server 2003–based product through one of two options: 1) WPA method—a manual procedure that requires an Internet connection or 2) SLP—an automated activation procedure. OEMs become eligible to use SLP by shipping 100 units or more in the previous 12 months.

Stage 6: Distribution and sales

Customer distributes embedded systems with a COA and Microsoft Software License Terms as required

COA. A serialized label affixed to devices containing embedded Microsoft operating systems. The COA is the primary antipiracy tool, product tracking tool, and proof of purchase. The product-specific name is printed on the label.

Microsoft Software License Terms. The terms and conditions that must be passed through to the end user, packaged together with the dedicated server or server appliance when shipped.

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Contents Microsoft Windows Embedded Server Products Guide Table of Contents Introducing Windows Embedded Server Products IntroductionProducts summary Easy to SET UPMicrosoft Windows Compute Cluster server Products summary Diagram and chooserServer platforms. See FAQs #6-7 Refer to Microsoft’s nonembedded WindowsEnterprise Edition 1-8 CPU Microsoft Windows Server 2003 R2Standard Edition 1-4 CPU Edition 1 CPU Server 2003 R2 ExpressServer Appliance Software Device Type ExamplesIncluded Additional CALs » 5 CALs includ dMicrosoft Windows Server 2003 for Appliance Software 3.0 1-4 CPUMicrosoft Windows Compute Cluster Server Enterprise Edition 1-4 CPU Application ExamplesDevice Type Examples Workgroup Edition Standard Edition and MicrosoftServer 2006 standard Edition Standard Edition 1 CPU, 5 CAL Enterprise Edition 1 CPU, 5 CALDpml Microsoft system center Data Protection ManagerMicrosoft SQL Server Microsoft SQL Server 2005 for Embedded SystemsSQL Server 2005 database application platform Evaluation softwareLicensing Overview Microsoft Windows Embedded Server Products LicensingStage 1 Find a Distributor How to license a General illustrationAdditional Resources Frequently Asked Questions Products at-a-glance chart Windows embedded server products all standard edition

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