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Description
Build Your Future with Windows Server 2016 Essentials Edition
Windows Server Essentials offers a flexible, affordable, and easy-to-use server solution for small businesses with up to 25 users and 50 devices. An ideal first server, Windows Server Essentials can also be used as the primary server in a multi-server environment for small businesses. Windows Server 2016 Essentials provides a wide range of new and enhanced features and capabilities, allowing small businesses to be more productive.
Safeguard Your Business
Windows Server Standard has security built in to help safeguard data across devices and apps onsite or in the cloud, and help you recover from business disruptions.
Improve IT Efficiency and Productivity
To help deliver increased efficiency and maximize your IT investment, Windows Server Essentials gives you the business tools of a much larger company, at the right price.
- Windows Server Essentials includes an administrative dashboard, which simplifies the tasks that you perform to manage your network and server.
- Windows Server Essentials provides a central location for all of your data and files through the shared folders that are located on your server.
- The Windows Server Essentials Launchpad provides authenticated users with access to key features including computer backups, shared files and media, and the Remote Web Access site.
- Windows Server Essentials provides reliable ways to perform regular backups of your server and backups of your network computers
Be Ready for the Cloud
Whether you are moving to the cloud now or in the future, Windows Server Essentials gives you the best of both worlds with technologies designed for hybrid cloud IT environments.
Windows Server 2016 Essentials Edition
Small companies with basic IT needs purchasing a first server; Likely small or no dedicated IT department.
- 25 users / 50 devices - No server CALs required
- Specialty Servers (Server License)
- 1 physical or virtual
- Must be root of domain
Refund Policy
REFUND AND RETURN POLICY
Effective Date: November 12, 2025
Contact: support@itfactory.ca | (888) 313-1124
QUICK SUMMARY
| Product Type | Return Window | Restocking Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Digital Software | Defective only | 0% |
| Physical (Unopened) | 30 days | 0% |
| Physical (Opened) | 30 days | 15% |
| Defective/Wrong Item | 30 days | 0% - FREE return shipping |
| Open Box Items | 7 days (DOA only) | 0% |
| Final Sale Items | NO RETURNS | N/A |
1. DIGITAL PRODUCTS (DOWNLOADABLE SOFTWARE)
Final Sale - Limited Exceptions
Software downloads are final sale once the activation key is sent.
No refunds for: Wrong purchase, changed mind, compatibility issues, or buyer's remorse.
Refunds ONLY if defective:
- Activation key doesn't work after verification
- Software crashes on systems meeting minimum requirements
- Publisher confirms key is invalid or already used
Your Responsibility: Verify system requirements BEFORE purchasing. Once you receive the activation key, the sale is final unless the software is defective.
To request a refund: Email sales@itfactory.ca within 30 days with your order number and detailed description of the issue. We'll troubleshoot with you first.
2. PHYSICAL PRODUCTS
30-Day Returns
Return most physical products within 30 days of delivery.
Restocking Fees
- Defective/Damaged/Wrong Item: 0% + FREE return shipping
- Unopened (Changed Mind): 15%
- Opened/Used (Changed Mind): 25%
Return Requirements
Items must have:
- Original packaging and all accessories
- Intact UPC code/barcode
- No physical damage
- RMA number (obtained before returning)
Cannot Be Returned
- Final Sale items
- Open Box items (except DOA within 7 days)
- Items without original packaging
- Items with removed UPC codes
- Items used for mail-in rebates
3. HOW TO RETURN
Step 1: Get RMA Number
Email support@itfactory.ca with:
- Order number
- Item(s) to return
- Reason for return
- Photos (if defective/damaged)
We'll respond within 1-2 business days with your RMA number and instructions.
Step 2: Ship the Return
- Write RMA number on outside of package
- Include all original packaging and accessories
- Use provided label (if applicable) or ship to:
ITFactory, 4035 St-Ambroise Unit 310, Montreal, QC H4C 2E1 - Keep tracking number
Step 3: Receive Refund
Once we receive and inspect your return (3-5 business days), we'll process your refund. Refunds typically appear in 5-10 business days depending on your bank.
4. DEFECTIVE OR WRONG ITEMS
Contact us immediately at support@itfactory.ca or (888) 313-1124.
We'll provide a prepaid return label and offer a full refund, replacement, or store credit. No restocking fee.
5. EXCHANGES
We don't offer direct exchanges. Return the original item for a refund, then place a new order for the item you want.
6. CANCELLATIONS
- Digital Products: Can cancel if activation key hasn't been sent yet
- Physical Products: Can cancel if order hasn't shipped yet
- Contact us immediately at support@itfactory.ca or (888) 313-1124
7. SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES
Order Verification
We may verify orders before processing. If we contact you, please respond within 3 business days or your order will be automatically cancelled and refunded.
Pricing Errors
We reserve the right to cancel orders placed at incorrect prices due to errors. You'll receive a full refund.
Out of Stock
If an item becomes unavailable after ordering, we'll notify you and offer to wait for restock or receive a full refund.
8. MANUFACTURER WARRANTIES
Many products include manufacturer warranties separate from our 30-day return policy. Warranty claims after 30 days should be directed to the manufacturer. We can help facilitate warranty claims when possible.
CONTACT US
Returns & Refunds Department
Email: support@itfactory.ca (fastest response)
Phone: (888) 313-1124
Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM EST
Important: The policy in effect at the time of your purchase applies to your order. We recommend reviewing this policy before each purchase.





