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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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1 Why would an OEM choose a Windows Embedded Server product over a nonembedded version
of the product?
needs. These Windows Embedded Server versions offer lower royalty rates due to the licensing
terms that restrict how they can be used. This can result in lower development costs that an OEM
can pass through to end customers.
2 Are per user or per client CALs required for server solutions running Windows Embedded Server
products?
running Windows Embedded Server products.
3 Can ISV solutions designed to run on Windows Server 2003 run on the embedded versions available
as Windows Embedded Server products?
Windows Server 2003 can run on the embedded versions where licensing restrictions permit. This
provides OEMs an opportunity to add unique value to their dedicated server and server appliance
solutions running Windows Embedded Server products.
4 Are there any features removed from Windows Server 2003 in the embedded versions available as
Windows Embedded Server products?
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product guide.
5 What is the best source for detailed licensing information and support? Detailed licensing
information and support can be obtained from a Microsoft Authorized Embedded Distributor. For a
www.microsoft.com/windowsserversystem/solutions/specializedservers/
OEM/Licensing.mspx
6 Does Microsoft license Windows Embedded Server products directly to OEMs? In certain high-
volume cases OEMs can license directly from Microsoft. Contact your Microsoft Account Manager to
see if you qualify.
7 Where can I learn more about nonembedded Windows Server products?
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www.microsoft.com/windowsserver2003
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integrating easily into your existing Windows Server 2003 environment. Windows Server 2003
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performance provided by Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 1.
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www.microsoft.com/sbs
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