Microsoft License Advisor

Published: January 31, 2006 | Updated: August 20, 2008

The Microsoft License Advisor is an easy-to-use online resource that can help you find and select Microsoft products, choose the right licensing program, and determine estimated retail pricing (ERP) based on your software needs.

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The Microsoft License Advisor offers many benefits, including the following:

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Saves time. With the Microsoft License Advisor, you can select products and choose your licensing program online in three easy steps.
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Simplifies decision making. The Microsoft License Advisor enables you to compare Volume Licensing programs and Microsoft Software Assurance benefits based on the actual products you select, so you can choose the right combinations to meet your needs.
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Integrates information. With the Microsoft License Advisor, you can access all the essential information from one place, so you can be confident that you have what you need to make the best decisions for your company.

The Microsoft License Advisor offers the following features:

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Easy-to-follow wizards to help you determine your licensing needs without your needing in-depth licensing knowledge.
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Broad availability in more than 90 regions, localized in more than 20 languages, with dual currency support in certain geographies.
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Guided selections based on questions about your organization help you narrow down applicable programs and products.
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Product recommendations that identify applicable product versions, with the flexibility to configure.
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Comprehensive product information, including actual Microsoft product part numbers and Product Use Rights (PUR).
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Quote download and archive capability so that you can save your report to share with colleagues or your reseller. Download to Microsoft Office Word or Microsoft Office Excel, or archive the information so that it's available online.
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Volume Licensing program comparison so that you can view estimated retail pricing and compare Software Assurance benefits.
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Software Assurance information so that you can access and view your Software Assurance benefits updates.

More information about the Microsoft License Advisor and answers to frequently asked questions are available in the Microsoft License Advisor FAQ.

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The Microsoft License Advisor provides estimated retail pricing for Volume Licensing because customer licensing needs and usage scenarios vary widely. For more information about Microsoft Volume Licensing, for final pricing, or to order software licenses, contact an authorized Microsoft reseller. In the United States, call (800) 426-9400 or visit the Microsoft Licensing Program Resellers page.

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•	Saves time. With the Microsoft License Advisor, you can select products and choose your licensing program online in three easy steps.
•	Simplifies decision making. The Microsoft License Advisor enables you to compare Volume Licensing programs and Microsoft Software Assurance benefits based on the actual products you select, so you can choose the right combinations to meet your needs.
•	Integrates information. With the Microsoft License Advisor, you can access all the essential information from one place, so you can be confident that you have what you need to make the best decisions for your company.

•	Easy-to-follow wizards to help you determine your licensing needs without your needing in-depth licensing knowledge.
•	Broad availability in more than 90 regions, localized in more than 20 languages, with dual currency support in certain geographies.
•	Guided selections based on questions about your organization help you narrow down applicable programs and products.
•	Product recommendations that identify applicable product versions, with the flexibility to configure.
•	Comprehensive product information, including actual Microsoft product part numbers and Product Use Rights (PUR).
•	Quote download and archive capability so that you can save your report to share with colleagues or your reseller. Download to Microsoft Office Word or Microsoft Office Excel, or archive the information so that it's available online.
•	Volume Licensing program comparison so that you can view estimated retail pricing and compare Software Assurance benefits.
•	Software Assurance information so that you can access and view your Software Assurance benefits updates.