Lenovo VMware Horizon v8.0 Standard Edition — 10 CCU, 3-Year Software Subscription & Support

Experience enterprise-grade virtual desktop infrastructure with Lenovo VMware Horizon v8.0 Standard Edition. This software subscription and support license provides 10 concurrent user connections (CCU) for a full three-year term, delivering secure, scalable access to virtual desktops and published applications across devices and locations. As an OEM offering, it simplifies procurement and licensing for Lenovo customers, enabling streamlined deployment of VMware Horizon in diverse environments. With Horizon 8.0’s modern architecture, IT teams gain a robust framework for managing desktops, apps, and user access, while keeping costs predictable and administration straightforward.

• Maximize workforce productivity with 10 CCU licenses, allowing up to ten users to connect simultaneously to virtual desktops or published applications from any location, on any device. This capacity supports growing teams, remote work, and seasonal demand, while Horizon 8.0’s provisioning options—such as Instant Clone and non-persistent desktop models—accelerate deployment and reduce storage footprints for rapid scale-up.
• Three-year license term ensures long-term stability, predictable budgeting, and continued access to software updates, security patches, and official Lenovo OEM support. A multi-year horizon simplifies procurement planning, minimizes renewal disruption, and keeps your Horizon environment aligned with VMware’s feature cadence and security advisories during the entire term.
• Standard Edition includes core Horizon features—centralized desktop management, secure remote access, application publishing, and scalable VDI architecture with optimized performance. Benefit from policy-driven access controls, session reliability, multi-monitor support, USB and peripheral handling controls, and streamlined administration through the Horizon Console for day-to-day operations.
• OEM licensing and Lenovo packaging simplify procurement, licensing administration, and software upgrades—with access to Lenovo-specific deployment guides, compatibility notes, and validated configurations for Lenovo servers and storage. This reduces time-to-value, minimizes compatibility risk, and provides a clear upgrade path as your virtualization needs evolve.
• Enterprise-grade security and compliance, with policy-driven access, MFA options, certificate-based authentication, secure gateway integration, and centralized monitoring. Leverage built-in auditing and reporting capabilities to support regulatory requirements and internal governance, while maintaining end-user experience and data protection across on-premises and hybrid environments.

Technical Details of Lenovo VMware Horizon v. 8.0 Standard Edition - Software Subscription and Support - 10 CCU - 3 Year

• License Type: Software Subscription and Support
• Edition: Horizon Standard Edition
• Version: VMware Horizon v8.0
• License Count: 10 CCU (Concurrent Connection Units)
• Term: 3 Years
• Delivery Model: OEM
• Platform: VMware Horizon (VDI and Remote Desktop Services)
• Includes: Software updates, product support during the license term
• Compatibility: Designed for VMware Horizon 8.0 deployments within supported vSphere and Windows Server environments

How to install Lenovo VMware Horizon v. 8.0 Standard Edition

• Prepare your virtualization infrastructure by confirming VMware vSphere/ESXi compatibility, up-to-date vCenter Server, adequate storage capacity, and network readiness. Ensure your environment meets Horizon 8.0 prerequisites and has appropriate backup and disaster recovery plans in place.
• Acquire and validate the license. Access the Lenovo/VMware licensing portal to obtain the Horizon 8.0 Standard Edition license key and confirm the 10 CCU allocation for the three-year term before starting deployment.
• Install Horizon components. Deploy Horizon Connection Server(s) on validated hardware or virtual machines, install the Horizon Agent on desktops or gold images, and configure the provisioning method (Instant Clone, Desktop Pool, or other Horizon provisioning options) as appropriate for your environment.
• Configure identity and security. Integrate with your directory services (e.g., Active Directory), enable single sign-on as needed, and install/renew SSL certificates. Set authentication policies, MFA where supported, and secure gateway configurations to protect remote access.
• Create desktops and pools. Build and customize desktop pools (pooled, dedicated, or automatic), assign users or groups, and optimize image management for performance and consistency across the fleet.
• Apply licenses and policies. Enter the Horizon license key through the Horizon Administrator console, activate the three-year license term, and implement access controls, session limits, and performance policies aligned with your governance standards.
• Validate and monitor. Conduct end-to-end testing from client devices, verify connectivity, and monitor session performance with Horizon monitoring tools and dashboards. Set up alerts for capacity utilization, health checks, and security events.
• Plan ongoing maintenance. Establish a routine for patches and updates, image maintenance, backups, and client version management to ensure a stable, secure horizon for users over the entire license term.

Frequently asked questions

• What does the 3-year subscription and support cover? The 3-year term includes the Horizon software license, access to product updates and security patches, and Lenovo OEM technical support during the license period, ensuring ongoing reliability and assistance for deployment and maintenance.
• How many concurrent users are supported? The license covers up to 10 concurrent connections (10 CCU). If your organization requires more simultaneous users, additional CCU licenses would be needed to expand the deployment.
• Is Horizon v8.0 Standard Edition compatible with Lenovo hardware? Yes. This Lenovo OEM offering is designed for Horizon 8.0 deployments, with validated configurations and deployment guidance provided by Lenovo and VMware to ensure smooth integration with supported Lenovo hardware ecosystems.
• How do I renew after the 3-year term? Renewal options are available through Lenovo and VMware licensing channels. You can extend coverage by purchasing a new subscription term that aligns with your environment’s scale, updates, and support needs.
• What is CCU? CCU stands for Concurrent Connection Unit, representing the number of simultaneous user connections allowed by the license for virtual desktops and published applications.