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W2k3 32bit to 64bit = new CALs?

shayser · 2009-03-11 10:13:39

Thinking of changing 2003 Server from 32bit to 64bit Would new CALs be needed or will existing CALs be valid?

11-03-2009 10:13am

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shayser

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Thinking of changing 2003 Server from 32bit to 64bit Would new CALs be needed or will existing CALs be valid?

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#2 11-03-2009 10:35am

ttm

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afaik you don't need to upgrade the cals. Just think if you had lots of servers and a mix of 32 and 64 bit servers how could you possibly sort out your licencing if there were different licences for 32 and 64bit server access?

I'll check if you don't get a definitive answer from anyone else.

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#3 12-03-2009 9:54am

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There's no issue with CAL's if you have a mix of x86 and x64 MS server software. The only time you need to upgrade CAL's is if the version upgrades, e.g. W2003 -> W2008 -> W2008 R2.

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