I was wondering about licensing a simple server setup with replication server. Here is the configuration I am planning.
Server 1: Windows 2012 r2 standard, install the OS with Hyper-V role. 1 VM
Server 2: Windows 2012 r2 standard, install the OS with Hyper-V role, replication from Server 1.
1. Will I need to purchase 2 Win 2012 licenses? My server 2 is only used to replicate and as a fail over if server 1 goes offline.
2. Am I allowed to install the backup and restore feature on the Hyper-V windows install or is the only role and feature allowed Hyper-V?