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SQL Server 2016 Standard 50 User CAL
1,399.00 zł
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Natychmiastowa dostawa e-mail
- Period of use: unlimited / indefinite
- Number of devices: 1
- Platform: Server
- License type: Lifetime
- Downloading software: Image file
- Key type: ESD/Retail
SQL Server 2016 Standard 50 User CAL is an advanced licensing option intended for companies that require a reliable and high-performance data management platform for up to 50 users. This licensing option for SQL Server 2016 Standard Edition provides access to the full range of database functions and technologies essential for processing, storing, and analyzing data in a corporate environment. This enables organizations to develop and maintain critical database systems with high availability, security, and performance.
SQL Server 2016 Standard — 50 User CAL
Pack of 50 per-user access licenses for Microsoft SQL Server 2016 Standard
● 50 User CAL 
Instant delivery ■ Perpetual license 
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Instant delivery ■ Perpetual license Original Microsoft license◈ What is SQL Server 2016 User CAL?
A SQL Server User CAL is a named access license assigned to an employee, allowing them to connect to SQL Server 2016 Standard from an unlimited number of devices. Whether they use an office workstation, a laptop at home, or a tablet while travelling, a single User CAL covers it all. SQL Server 2016 was a milestone release for the platform, introducing features such as Always Encrypted, Row-Level Security, and temporal tables. For teams of up to 50 users, the CAL model offers dramatically lower costs than core-based licensing.
Key Benefits
Effortless compliance
An original Microsoft User CAL license key with a VAT invoice provides a solid foundation for licensing compliance. Keeping a clear record of CAL assignments to employees protects your business against financial and reputational risk in the event of an audit.
Scale with your team
Hiring new staff? Buy another User CAL pack and assign the license key to new employees. The CAL model grows with your business without complex infrastructure changes or system migrations.
Maximum savings
SQL Server 2016 in the User CAL model is currently one of the cheapest ways to license a professional Microsoft database platform. For companies that do not require the latest AI or Big Data features, it is an optimal budget-friendly solution with the full Standard feature set.
Unlimited multi-device access
Modern work environments mean multiple devices per employee. A User CAL removes the need to count computers, because you license people rather than hardware. One CAL equals one employee with access from an unlimited number of devices.
Security updates
Extended support until July 2026 ensures regular security updates. Microsoft prioritises critical vulnerability patches even for older releases covered by Extended Support.
Advanced data protection
Always Encrypted protects data on the client side, making it unreadable even to database administrators. Row-Level Security restricts access to rows based on user identity, giving you granular control over permissions.
Why buy from Licensier?
Licensier is a specialist in SQL Server licensing. We help businesses choose the most cost-effective model by analysing user counts, device numbers, and access patterns to recommend the cheapest fully legal option. Our wholesale pricing can save you up to 70% compared with Microsoft list prices. Instant electronic delivery, a VAT invoice, and professional service are standard, not exceptions.
Technical Specification
| Product | Microsoft SQL Server 2016 Standard — 50 User CAL |
| License type | User CAL (per-user access license) |
| Number of licenses in the pack | 50 User CAL |
| SQL Server version | SQL Server 2016 Standard |
| Licensing model | Server + CAL |
| Assignment | Assigned to a specific user (access from any device) |
| License | Perpetual (lifetime) |
| Microsoft support | Extended support until 14 July 2026 |
| Compatibility | Windows Server 2012/2012 R2/2016/2019 |
| Language | All language versions |
| Delivery format | Electronic — license key by email |
How to activate SQL Server 2016 User CAL?
- Receive your email with the license key after placing and paying for the order
- Make sure SQL Server 2016 Standard is running on the server in “Server + CAL” mode
- Enter the server product key if the installation has not yet been activated
- Create a User CAL license register in your IT documentation, for example a spreadsheet with employee details
- Assign each of the 50 User CAL licenses to a specific employee (first name, last name, department)
- Inform employees about the assigned license, as a User CAL is an access right rather than software to install
- Keep the register and VAT invoice as proof of licensing compliance
⊙ User CAL vs Device CAL — analysis for SQL Server 2016
The choice between User CAL and Device CAL depends on the ratio of users to devices in your organisation. User CAL is the better option when employees use 2 or more devices, such as a desktop, laptop, and tablet, because you license 50 people instead of 150 devices. Device CAL is more suitable when multiple people work in shifts on the same workstation, because you license 50 computers instead of 150 employees. In an open-plan office with dedicated desks, User CAL is usually the more cost-effective choice. In a factory with shared terminals, Device CAL is typically better.
Express electronic delivery
Your license key will be delivered by email within minutes of placing your order
1
Place your order
2
Receive the email
3
Activate the license
4
Done!
Frequently Asked Questions
Is SQL Server 2016 still worth buying?
Yes, provided you do not need the latest features such as Big Data Clusters or Intelligent Query Processing. SQL Server 2016 includes Always Encrypted, In-Memory OLTP, Columnstore Indexes, temporal tables, and many other enterprise-grade capabilities. For typical ERP, CRM, and web application workloads, it remains fully sufficient and significantly cheaper.
What happens after support ends in July 2026?
SQL Server 2016 will continue to work without restrictions. The only change is that Microsoft will stop releasing security updates. You can continue using it or plan a migration to a newer version. Microsoft also offers Extended Security Updates (ESU) for an additional fee.
Can I use a User CAL with multiple SQL servers?
A User CAL grants one user access to one SQL Server instance. If a user connects to two separate SQL servers, they need two User CALs, one for each server. The exception is a failover cluster with a passive replica, which does not require additional CALs.
Does User CAL cover indirect access?
Yes. Any user who accesses SQL Server directly or indirectly, for example through a web application, ERP, or CRM system, must have a User CAL. This also applies to scenarios where the user may not even realise that SQL Server is running in the background.
How much does SQL Server 2016 cost compared with 2019?
SQL Server 2016 CAL licenses are typically 30 to 50% cheaper than equivalent licenses for the 2019 or 2022 versions. The difference comes from the nearing end of support and strong availability on the secondary market. For businesses looking for a cheap original license, this is an excellent opportunity.
Can I transfer a User CAL to another employee?
Yes, transfer is possible 90 days after the last assignment, or immediately if the employee leaves the company. Update your license register with each transfer, including the name and date.
Will I receive a VAT invoice?
Yes, a full VAT invoice is issued for every order. It is available in the Licensier customer panel and also sent by email. The invoice is essential for tax accounting and serves as proof that your original license is legal.
Does SQL Server 2016 support Always Encrypted?
Yes. SQL Server 2016 was the first release to introduce Always Encrypted, a breakthrough client-side data encryption technology. Data is encrypted and decrypted only within the client application, which means that even the database administrator cannot access unencrypted information.
Do SQL Server 2016 CAL licenses work with newer server versions?
No. SQL Server 2016 CAL licenses grant access only to SQL Server 2016 instances or earlier. Upgrading the server to 2017, 2019, or 2022 requires new CAL licenses matching the newer version, unless you have Software Assurance.
Can the 50 User CAL pack be split across multiple servers?
Each User CAL grants one user access to one SQL Server instance. If a user connects to multiple servers, they need a separate CAL for each one. However, you can assign different users from the 50 CAL pack to different servers, provided each server has its own server license.
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Data sheet
- Period of use
- unlimited / indefinite
- Number of devices
- 1
- Platform
- Server
- License type
- Lifetime
- Downloading software
- Image file
- Key type
- ESD/Retail
- Area of application
- Home / Business
- Devices
- 1
- Product type
- electronic software distribution (ESD) license
- Language version
- Polish / Multilingual
SQL Server 2016 Standard 50 User CAL is an advanced licensing option intended for companies that require a reliable and high-performance data management platform for up to 50 users. This licensing option for SQL Server 2016 Standard Edition provides access to the full range of database functions and technologies essential for processing, storing, and analyzing data in a corporate environment. This enables organizations to develop and maintain critical database systems with high availability, security, and performance.