Windows Server 2016 Essentials is the optimal server solution for small businesses. The Windows 10 based system can be used on two physical processors with up to 25 users or 50 devices and is specifically designed for use in companies without a virtualized environment. Microsoft Windows Server 2016 Essentials includes improved features that will drive productivity in your company. The Essentials edition is ideal as a first server and can also be used as the primary server in environments with multiple servers.

Benefits of Windows Server 2016 Essentials

• System management is performed via an easy-to-use dashboard
• Most tasks can be carried out using wizards without the help of an administrator
• Users and access rights can be defined and managed in the dashboard
• Individual workstations are automatically stored on the server

Easy installation and operation

One advantage of Windows Server 2016 Essentials is the relatively simple setup of the server operating system. A wizard starts the installation automatically and assists you with all important steps. During installation a new Active Directory forest is created without administrators having to deal with the background details. Thanks to an optimized interface, the system also offers less experienced users an easy way to manage the server. Windows Server 2016 Essentials is controlled via a dashboard that is very easy to use. An agent installed on the client machine automatically ensures the connection to the server and the storage of data. In addition, you can easily create and manage new users, shares and permissions via the dashboard.

Create and manage users with Office 365

In addition to the classic method of creating user accounts directly in the system, Windows Server 2016 Essentials also gives you the option to link existing Office 365 user accounts on the server or to create mailboxes directly in Office 365. For this you only need the wizard to connect Office 365 and Azure Active Directory. Additionally, you can designate administrators among the users and assign different shares to the various users. You can differentiate between read and write access.

Microsoft Windows Server 2016 Essentials can be run on a physical server with up to two processors. Core or CAL licensing is not required. Windows Server 2016 Essentials already covers 25 users or 50 devices.

WINDOWS SERVER 2016 ESSENTIALS - SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS