Does Windows 7 support VDI?

Windows 7 VDI pros and cons IT can transition the Windows 7 user desktop to an Azure VM and provide the user with a thin client device or adopt a BYOD program. Yes, VDI addresses many use cases, but IT staff is still required to implement and maintain these systems.

How do I license VDI?

To access VDI through Remote Desktop Services (RDS) (or virtual machines through remote desktop) you need a VDA license as well as an RDS Client Access License (CAL). All users that connect to a Remote Desktop Session Host need a CAL. A VDA license is generally covered by a Windows 10 Enterprise E3 or E5 license.

What is a Windows VDA license?

What is Windows Virtual Desktop Access (VDA)? Windows VDA is a device based subscription designed to help organizations license devices that do not qualify for Windows Client SA, such as thin clients and contractor-owned PCs, so these devices can access a virtual desktop.

What is Windows VDI?

Virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) is a desktop virtualization technology wherein a desktop operating system, typically Microsoft Windows, runs and is managed in a data center. The concept of presenting virtualized applications and desktops to users falls under the umbrella of end-user computing (EUC).

Does Citrix work with Windows 7?

Citrix Workspace app for Windows is compatible with the following Windows Operating systems: Note: Support for Windows 7 has been stopped from Version 2006 onwards. The Citrix Gateway End-Point Analysis Plug-in (EPA) is supported on Citrix Workspace.

Can I use OEM license on virtual machine?

You can install OEM software in a virtual environment as long as you have a separate license for each instance of the software. It is fine to use the OEM version as long as it is properly licensed. To be clear, a separate version of the software must be installed for both the “standard” and “virtual” installations.

Can a Windows 7 license be used for VDI?

Windows VDA has been designed specifically for VDI scenarios. Full package product (FPP) licenses obtained through the retail channel for Windows desktop operating systems, such as Windows 7 Professional, Windows Vista Business, and Windows XP Professional were not designed for a VDI scenario, but may be used for VDI in the following situations:

Do you need a SPLA license for a VDI?

Just as SQL is complex in SPLA (and VL for that matter) so is VDI. In this article I will review the licensing rules with VDI/VDA and what exactly needs to happen if you were to host this from your datacenter. Let’s take scenario 1. Bill has a PC that can run a qualified operating system but the PC itself has been running slow recently.

Do you need a license for a VDA?

VDA is a use right that allows the end user the right to access a virtual desktop from a server environment. The 3 items mentioned above is really just the beginning of the licensing roller coaster. You must also license Windows Server, RDS, and any other applications by your SPLA or be purchased by your end customer.

When to use Windows VDA instead of Windows VDI?

If you are accessing a Windows client OS as your guest operating system in the datacenter from any non-SA device (including thin clients, iPads, etc), Windows VDA is the appropriate licensing vehicle regardless of the VDI software vendor you choose.