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871168-371 Overview
871168-371-MS WS16 (2-Core) DC Add Lic en/ko/ja SW is a Microsoft operating system license designed for Windows Server 2016 environments. It is a volume-licensed add-on that targets data center deployments needing additional core licenses, and is delivered digitally as a downloadable product key with online activation.
This license is built for enterprise and IT management use cases, providing lifelong licensing for 2-core deployments with support for English, Korean, and Japanese. It is optimized for Windows-based environments and is ideal for SMBs and enterprises seeking to enhance their server infrastructure securely and efficiently.
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871168-371 Specifications
- Product Type
- Software License
- Software Category
- Operating System
- License Type
- Volume
- License Duration
- Lifetime
- Use Case
- Enterprise
- User Count
- N/A
- Device Count
- N/A
- Platform Compatibility
- Windows
- Delivery Method
- Digital Key
- Activation Type
- Online Activation
- Language Support
- Multilingual
- Bit Version
- 64-bit
- Cloud Integration
- N/A
- Software Format
- Downloadable
- Support Included
- Yes
- Product Name
- 871168-371-MS WS16 (2-Core) DC Add Lic en/ko/ja SW
- License Key Included
- Yes
- ESD (Electronic Software Delivery)
- Yes
- Renewable
- N/A
- Compliance Certifications
- Microsoft CSP
- Product Region
- Global
871168-371 Use Case
Hyper-Converged Infrastructure Expansion with 871168-371-MS WS16 (2-Core) Datacenter License
A global financial enterprise consolidating 12 VMware hosts into Azure Stack HCI adds 871168-371-MS WS16 (2-Core) DC Add Lic en/ko/ja SW to each hyper-converged node. This two-core Datacenter license unlocks unlimited virtual machines, ensures full compliance across English, Korean, and Japanese interfaces, and reduces per-VM licensing costs by 30%.
APAC Multi-Language Server Deployment using 871168-371-MS WS16 (2-Core) DC Add Lic
A multinational manufacturer deploys edge servers in Seoul and Tokyo with Windows Server 2016 Datacenter and 871168-371-MS WS16 (2-Core) DC Add Lic en/ko/ja SW. The bundled English/Korean/Japanese software interface streamlines localized IT operations, accelerates patch deployment by 40%, and enforces consistent security policies across regional offices.
High-Availability SQL Server Clustering with 871168-371-MS WS16 (2-Core) DC Add Lic
A SaaS provider scales its Always On Failover Cluster by installing 871168-371-MS WS16 (2-Core) DC Add Lic en/ko/ja SW on each node. This upgrade supports unlimited scaled-out SQL analytics, guarantees 99.99% uptime, and cuts per-core licensing fees by 25% compared to Standard edition.
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table 
| 871168-371 |  871158-371 |  512488-B21 |  Q7G74AAE |  E5Y43A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Software License | Software License | Software License | Software License | Software License |
| Software Category | Operating System | Operating System | Network Management | Virtualization | Network Management |
| License Type | Volume | Volume | OEM | Subscription | OEM |
| License Duration | Lifetime | Lifetime | 1 Year | 3 Years | 3 Years |
| Use Case | Enterprise | Enterprise | IT Admin | IT Admin | Enterprise |
| User Count | N/A | N/A | N/A | Unlimited | 1 User |
| Device Count | N/A | N/A | 1 Device | Unlimited | 1 Device |
| Platform Compatibility | Windows | Windows | Web-Based | Windows | Cross-Platform |
| Delivery Method | Digital Key | Digital Key | Digital Key | Digital Key | Digital Key |
| Activation Type | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation |
| Language Support | Multilingual | Multilingual | Multilingual | English | English |
| Bit Version | 64-bit | 64-bit | N/A | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| Cloud Integration | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Software Format | Downloadable | Downloadable | Web Access | Downloadable | Downloadable |
| Support Included | Yes | Vendor Support Required | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Product Name | 871168-371-MS WS16 (2-Core) DC Add Lic en/ko/ja SW | 871158-371-MS WS16 (4-Core) Std Add Lic en/ko/ja SW | 512488-B21-HPE iLO Adv BL incl 1yr TSU 1-Svr Lic | Q7G74AAE-ClearVM Prem 3yr 24x7 E-LTU | E5Y43A-HPE OV for DL 3y 24x7 FIO Phys 1 Svr Lic |
| License Key Included | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| ESD (Electronic Software Delivery) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Renewable | N/A | No | Yes | No | No |
| Compliance Certifications | Microsoft CSP | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Product Region | Global | Global | Global | Global | Global |
Reviews & Ratings
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Uzma Qamar
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Clear and compliant licensing.
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Artem Kuznetsov
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No conflicts with existing setup.
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Salman Javed
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Supports enterprise workloads.
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Karen Holt
5
Dependable Microsoft license.
Questions & Answers
What is the MS WS16 (2-Core) DC Add Lic en/ko/ja SW?
It is an additional two-core license for Microsoft Windows Server 2016 Datacenter edition supporting English, Korean, and Japanese software.
Who should purchase the MS WS16 (2-Core) Datacenter add-on license?
Organizations needing to expand core licensing on an existing Windows Server 2016 Datacenter deployment should purchase this two-core add-on license.
Which languages are supported by this Windows Server 2016 Datacenter license?
This add-on license includes full support for English, Korean, and Japanese user interfaces and documentation.
How do I activate my MS WS16 (2-Core) DC Add License?
Activate the license online via the Volume Activation Center using your provided license key and follow the on-screen prompts in the Windows Server activation wizard.
What are the system requirements for Windows Server 2016 Datacenter?
You need a 64-bit, 1.4 GHz processor, 512 MB RAM, 32 GB disk space, and UEFI 2.3.1 firmware with Secure Boot support.
Can I upgrade my Standard edition to Datacenter with this add-on license?
No, this two-core add-on license only extends existing Datacenter editions; upgrade from Standard to Datacenter requires a full Datacenter license purchase.
Is Software Assurance included with this add-on license?
Software Assurance is not included; it must be purchased separately to receive ongoing updates and support benefits.
Do I need additional Client Access Licenses (CALs)?
Yes, you must maintain the appropriate Windows Server CALs for each user or device accessing the server, regardless of the add-on license.
Is this license perpetual or subscription-based?
This is a perpetual license granting indefinite usage rights for the specified two cores on Windows Server 2016 Datacenter.
How do I download the installation media after purchase?
Access the Microsoft Volume Licensing Service Center, sign in with your credentials, and download the ISO for Windows Server 2016 Datacenter.
What is the delivery method for the add-on license?
After purchase, you will receive a digital license key and download instructions via email; no physical media is shipped.
Can I transfer this add-on license to another server?
Yes, you may reassign the license to a different physical server as long as you remain compliant with the two-core requirement.
What technical support options are available?
You can access Microsoft’s standard support through online documentation, community forums, and paid Premier or Unified Support plans.
What is the return policy for this software license?
Returns are accepted within 30 days of purchase if the license key has not been activated or distributed.
Does this add-on license support virtualization?
Yes, Windows Server 2016 Datacenter edition includes unlimited Windows Server virtual machine rights per licensed core pair.
Are future feature updates included with this license?
This perpetual license covers all current features of Windows Server 2016 Datacenter but does not include future version upgrades.