Exchange Server SE CU1 Licensing Clarification

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Exchange Server SE CU1 Licensing Clarification

sahana MS 0

Hi Team, I have a question regarding Exchange Server SE CU1 licensing. We are planning to migrate from Exchange Server 2016 to Exchange Server SE by deploying a new Exchange Server 2019 CU15 server and then upgrading it to Exchange Server SE RTM. Based on Scott Schnoll's articles, I understand that Exchange Server SE RTM continues to use the Exchange Server 2019 product key, while Exchange Server SE-specific product keys will be introduced with CU1 through the Microsoft 365 Admin Center for customers with the appropriate licensing. My question is: Before CU1 is released, how can we verify whether the customer is eligible to receive the Exchange Server SE product keys? Is there a way to verify this in the Microsoft 365 Admin Center before planning the CU1 upgrade, or is additional licensing required if the keys are not visible?

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Hello @sahana MS,

Based on the information you provided, I understand that your concern is related to Exchange Server Subscription Edition (SE) licensing and product key eligibility, specifically how to verify whether a customer will be entitled to receive Exchange Server SE product keys before planning an upgrade to CU1.

I found the following Microsoft Tech Community article that discusses Exchange Server SE licensing and product keys: Exchange Server SE Licensing and Product Keys

The licensing requirements (and distributions channels) for Exchange Server SE are exactly the same as Exchange Server 2019: there are three licensing options:

Server licenses and client access licenses (CALs) that have active Software Assurance (SA)
Exchange Online licenses
CAL equivalency licenses

However, determining whether a specific customer is entitled to receive Exchange Server SE product keys requires verification of their licensing agreement and subscription entitlements. Because licensing eligibility can vary depending on the customer's contract type, purchasing channel, and Software Assurance status, this question would be best addressed by the Microsoft Sales or Licensing team. They can review the customer's licensing position and confirm whether Exchange Server SE product keys should be visible in the Microsoft 365 Admin Center prior to the CU1 upgrade, or whether additional licensing actions are required. You can refer to: Microsoft 365 Sales and Support | Microsoft 365

I hope you will understand for this situation. For any further concern, please feel free to let me know.