Description

Windows Server 2019 Datacenter is a server operating system designed for large-scale data centers and cloud environments. It offers a range of features to support high-demand applications, extensive virtualization, and advanced security. Windows Server 2019 Datacenter Edition meets the demanding needs of large organizations and service providers, offering advanced features and scalability to handle modern IT workloads efficiently.

Features of Windows Server 2019 Datacenter 

1. Unlimited Virtualization: Windows Server 2019 Datacenter allows for unlimited operating system environments (OSEs) or Hyper-V containers and it protects VM data from unauthorized access and tampering using encryption technologies.
   
2. Storage Spaces Direct (S2D): Windows Server 2019 Datacenter supports NVMe, SSD, and traditional HDDs, along with features like deduplication, compression, and erasure coding for data protection.
   
3. Software-Defined Networking (SDN): Windows Server 2019 Datacenter offers tools to manage network functions via software, supporting dynamic and scalable network operations including network virtualization, network controller, and encrypted networks for enhanced security.
   
4. Windows Defender Advanced Threat Protection (ATP):  Windows Server 2019 Datacenter provides deep platform sensors and response actions to detect, investigate, and respond to advanced threats.
   
5. Azure Integration: Windows Server 2019 Datacenter is seamlessly integrated with Azure services such as Azure Backup, Azure Site Recovery, and Azure Monitor. It supports Azure File Sync to centralize file shares in Azure.
   
6. Linux and Windows Containers: Windows Server 2019 Datacenter supports both Linux and Windows containers, including Kubernetes orchestration, for versatile application deployment and management.
   
7. Storage Migration Service: Windows Server 2019 Datacenter edition provides the migration of servers and data to newer Windows Server versions or Azure with minimal downtime.
   
8. Enhanced and encrypted Networks: Windows Server 2019 Datacenter helps to secure network traffic within the data center by encrypting virtual network segments. It Includes features like Receive Segment Coalescing (RSC) and Virtual Receive Side Scaling (vRSS) for improved network throughput and efficiency.
9. Windows Admin Center: This is a browser-based management tool for managing servers, clusters, hyper-converged infrastructure, and Windows 10 PCs. System Insights provides predictive analytics based on machine learning to help identify potential issues and optimize resource utilization.
   
10. Advanced Hardware Support: Windows Server 2019 Datacenter is optimized for the latest hardware technologies such as support for persistent memory, faster networking interfaces, and high-performance storage options.

Product Specifications

System Requirements

Installation and Activation

Microsoft licenses are provided through Microsoft Volume Licensing, allowing businesses to activate multiple devices efficiently. Upon acquiring a Windows Server 2019 Datacenter license, IT administrators or users will receive detailed instructions and official download links to deploy and activate Windows Server 2019 Datacenter across the organization, compatible with both new installations and updates.

Compatibility – Official Tool

To install Windows Server correctly, your computer must meet the minimum system hardware requirements. If your computer falls short of the requirements, the product may not install properly. Actual requirements vary based on your system configuration, applications, and features that are installed.

Microsoft Offers an official tool, the PC Health Check app, to assess your system’s compatibility. We recommend checking compatibility to avoid installation issues. Download and run the PC Health Check app for a hassle-free compatibility check and by thoroughly checking compatibility before deployment, you can reduce the risk of disruptions and ensure a smooth transition to Windows Server 2019 Datacenter.