Lenovo VMware Horizon v. 8.0 Advanced Edition - Upgrade License - 10 CCU

This Lenovo offering delivers a streamlined path to upgrade your Horizon deployment with 10 concurrent connection units (CCU) under an OEM pricing model. Designed for organizations seeking to extend the powerful capabilities of VMware Horizon v8.0 Advanced Edition, this upgrade license enables larger, more dynamic virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) environments while preserving the reliability, security, and performance that Lenovo customers expect. By combining Lenovo’s OEM-based licensing with VMware’s industry-leading Horizon platform, this upgrade license provides a cost-efficient, enterprise-grade solution for modern remote work, secure access, and scalable desktop virtualization. If you’re running Horizon in a Lenovo‑powered data center, this license helps you grow your deployment confidently, with simplified license management and predictable budgeting.

• Enterprise-class virtual desktops and remote apps: VMware Horizon v8.0 Advanced Edition provides a robust foundation for delivering virtual desktops and remote applications to users across devices and locations. With this upgrade license, your organization gains access to the enhanced management, improved user experience, and expanded features that make large-scale VDI implementations practical and reliable. Expect smoother provisioning, quicker desktop delivery, and consistent performance for knowledge workers, contractors, and field teams, all while maintaining centralized control through the Horizon Console.
• Ten concurrent user licenses (10 CCU) for scalable growth: The 10 CCU license tier is designed to support a growing user base without overprovisioning. By enabling up to ten simultaneous connections, this upgrade license helps you balance capacity with cost, ensuring your most critical users can access desktops and apps when they need them. As your workforce evolves, you can strategically expand CCU coverage, keeping license management straightforward and predictable.
• OEM value and Lenovo channel advantages: This upgrade license is packaged and priced through Lenovo’s Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) channel. That translates to streamlined procurement, tailored Lenovo support, and a licensing model aligned with Lenovo hardware ecosystems. OEM pricing often provides cost savings relative to traditional retail licenses, making it easier for organizations to deploy Horizon in Lenovo‑based environments with confidence and clarity about licensing terms.
• Seamless integration with Lenovo hardware and virtualization stack: When paired with Lenovo servers and storage, Horizon integrates tightly with your existing virtualization stack. The Advanced Edition offers enhanced capabilities for desktop virtualization management, including powerful tools for image management, application delivery, and user profile orchestration. The result is a cohesive, high-performance VDI environment that leverages Lenovo’s reliability and VMware’s virtualization expertise for a smoother IT operation and a better end-user experience.
• Security, compliance, and centralized control: Horizon 8.0 Advanced Edition emphasizes security and policy-based control across your VDI environment. This upgrade license supports features that help enforce access controls, auditing, and consistent security postures across users and devices. By centralizing policy enforcement in the Horizon Console, IT teams can manage updates, monitor activity, and respond quickly to threats or changes in compliance requirements, all while delivering a seamless user experience to remote and on-site workers alike.

Technical Details of Lenovo VMware Horizon v. 8.0 Advanced Edition - Upgrade License - 10 CCU

• License type: Upgrade License for VMware Horizon v8.0 Advanced Edition, enabling additional CCU capacity within an existing Horizon deployment.
• Edition: Advanced Edition (Horizon 8.0) with access to feature sets designed for enterprise-scale desktop virtualization and application delivery.
• CCU allocation: 10 concurrent connection units (CCU), representing ten simultaneous user sessions or connections supported by the license.
• Channel: OEM (Lenovo) licensing, intended for use within Lenovo‑supplied hardware ecosystems and enterprise environments.
• License scope: Perimeter around Horizon 8.0 Advanced Edition deployments, tied to the Lenovo OEM distribution and existing Horizon infrastructure.
• Model: Upgrade license, meaning it is intended to upgrade an existing Horizon deployment rather than provide a fresh, standalone license.
• Compatibility: Aligns with VMware Horizon 8.0 Advanced Edition on supported vSphere environments; verify exact hardware and software prerequisites with VMware Lenovo documentation or Lenovo support.
• Support and maintenance: Support terms are determined by the Lenovo OEM agreement and VMware maintenance arrangements; check with Lenovo for included SLAs and renewal options.

How to install Lenovo VMware Horizon v. 8.0 Advanced Edition - Upgrade License - 10 CCU

• Prepare your environment: Confirm that your existing Horizon deployment is compatible with Horizon 8.0 Advanced Edition and that your vSphere/vCenter version meets the minimum requirements. Ensure that you have existing Horizon licenses in place and that your Lenovo hardware stack is ready for the upgrade. Back up critical configurations and user profiles to minimize disruption during the upgrade process.
• Obtain and activate the upgrade license key: Through the Lenovo OEM channel, receive the upgrade license key or entitlement for 10 CCU. Access your VMware Horizon licensing portal or the Lenovo licensing portal as directed by Lenovo, and enter the upgrade key to unlock the additional CCU capacity. Confirm license activation status in the Horizon Console and the VMware License Center or Lenovo’s license management interface as required.
• Apply the upgrade to the Horizon deployment: In the Horizon Console, apply the upgrade license to your existing Horizon 8.0 Advanced Edition deployment. Validate that the 10 CCU entitlement is recognized and that the license state shows as active. If your environment uses App Volumes, DEM (Dynamic Environment Manager), or other Horizon components, ensure that all relevant components are updated to the compatible versions that accompany Horizon 8.0 Advanced Edition.
• Verify scalability and performance: After license activation, run a pilot with representative desktops and user groups to verify that the new CCU capacity is functioning as expected. Monitor session start times, application delivery latency, and the end-user experience across devices and networks. Use Horizon performance dashboards and vSphere monitoring tools to ensure CPU, memory, and storage resources remain within recommended thresholds.
• Update documentation and stakeholder communication: Record the upgrade in your IT asset management system, update licensing inventories, and notify IT stakeholders and end users about the expanded CCU capacity. Provide guidance on best practices for load balancing, session rebalancing, and any changes to access methods or endpoints to ensure a smooth transition for all users.
• Plan for ongoing maintenance: Schedule regular software maintenance, license renewals, and security patches in coordination with VMware and Lenovo support. Establish a monitoring routine for Horizon components, ensure compatibility with VMware vSphere updates, and maintain a risk-based approach to capacity planning as user demand evolves.

Frequently asked questions

• What does this license upgrade include? This upgrade license provides 10 CCU for VMware Horizon v8.0 Advanced Edition, issued through Lenovo’s OEM channel. It enables additional concurrent connections and extends an existing Horizon deployment to accommodate more users, while leveraging the features of Horizon 8.0 Advanced Edition.
• What is a CCU in Horizon licensing? CCU stands for concurrent user connections. One CCU generally equates to one active user session at a time. Ten CCU means up to ten users can be connected concurrently, depending on usage patterns and licensing terms. This metric helps organizations scale capacity in a controlled, predictable manner.
• Is this a perpetual license or a subscription? Horizon licenses typically come in perpetual licensing models with optional maintenance and support. The specific terms for an OEM Lenovo upgrade license are defined by Lenovo and VMware in your purchase agreement. Confirm the exact licensing model and maintenance options with Lenovo sales or your Lenovo account representative.
• Can I upgrade from any prior Horizon version to 8.0 Advanced Edition? The upgrade license is designed to upgrade an existing Horizon deployment to the 8.0 Advanced Edition. Compatibility depends on your current Horizon version and environment. It’s important to follow Lenovo and VMware upgrade guidance to ensure a smooth transition and to verify that your infrastructure supports the 8.0 Advanced Edition feature set.
• Do you need Lenovo hardware to use this license? This license is issued through Lenovo’s OEM channel and is intended for Lenovo‑supplied hardware configurations. While Horizon itself is hardware-agnostic, OEM licensing often aligns with Lenovo’s hardware ecosystem for optimized support, warranty coverage, and resale terms.
• What kind of support is included? Support terms vary by OEM agreement. Typically, Lenovo OEM licenses include access to Lenovo’s technical support and may be bundled with VMware maintenance through Lenovo’s channel. Check your purchase terms for SLAs, response times, and renewal options.
• Will this upgrade affect my security and user experience? Upgrading to Horizon v8.0 Advanced Edition generally improves management capabilities, scalability, and the end-user experience thanks to improved graphics protocols, desktop provisioning, and policy control. It also supports enterprise-grade security features and integration with identity and access management solutions to strengthen compliance and protect endpoints.