Exchange Server 2013 Standard - 50 Device CALs

Software (Not Included):

• Exchange Server 2013 Standard: This core software is a server application you purchase separately. It enables email, calendaring, contacts, and tasks management for businesses. It offers features like:
  • Email hosting with large mailbox storage.
  • Secure mobile access to email.
  • Collaboration tools for scheduling and sharing.
  • Disaster recovery options.

Licensing (Included):

• 50 Device CALs (Client Access License): These are licenses required for each device (PC, phone, tablet) that will access Exchange Server functionality. A device CAL allows any number of users on that device to access email, calendar, etc. This is in contrast to User CALs, which license individual users.

What it Provides:

• With 50 Device CALs, this setup allows up to 50 devices to connect to your Exchange Server and access features like email, calendar, contacts, and tasks. This is ideal for small and medium businesses with multiple users or where devices are shared.

What it Doesn't Include:

• Exchange Server 2013 Standard software itself. You would need to purchase the software separately.
• Client software: This product doesn't provide the email client software that users would install on their devices (e.g., Outlook). Users can utilize webmail access or other compatible email clients.

Suitability:

• This setup is ideal for small and medium businesses with up to 50 devices needing email and collaboration features.
• Device CALs are cost-effective if multiple users share devices or access email from public terminals.

Additional Notes:

• Microsoft ended mainstream support for Exchange Server 2013 in April 2018 and extended support ends in October 2023. This means there are no new features, but security updates are still available until the end of extended support.
• Consider if Exchange Server 2013 meets your needs given the nearing end of extended support. You might explore migrating to a newer version or cloud-based email service.

Security Considerations:

• As you manage your own server, you'll be responsible for server security and maintenance.

Scalability:

• Exchange Server 2013 Standard has limitations on the number of mounted databases (5 in earlier versions, 100 in later versions with updates). Consider your future growth needs.