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What happens if I already have Windows Server 2003 R2 but have not purchased Software Assurance for the server?

April 26, 2017assurance happens R2 server Software Windows

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What happens if I already have Windows Server 2003 R2 but have not purchased Software Assurance for the server?

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A. If you want to upgrade to Windows Server 2008, you will need to purchase a Windows Server 2008 license for each server that you will be upgrading. Unlike service packs and feature packs, Windows Server 2008 is the full operating system and requires a new server license.