Site License for Information Technology Services, University of Hawaii System

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Microsoft Select Plus Price List


SYSTEM SOFTWARE


Microsoft application products purchased through this program can be made by University of Hawaii (UH) Departments for Âé¶¹´«Ã½related use only.

The table below provides the price per perpetual license, which is the legal right to use the software. For all operating system (OS) licenses, (1) Windows License is valid for (1) device only. Licenses are delivered via digital download or by loan USB. Trial versions or installers retrieved elsewhere may not work under this licensing program.

WARNING: Windows Operating System Upgrade Requirements
Windows licenses available through this program are UPGRADE versions only and are not "Full" OS licenses. These are strictly intended for systems already running a qualifying, pre-installed base operating system, such as an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) license.

  • Not for New/Custom Builds: These licenses cannot be used for custom-built computers or devices without a pre-existing license.
  • OEM Restrictions: Please note that OEM licenses are tied to the original hardware and are non-transferable.
  • Purchasing or installing a Windows Upgrade license without a valid, qualifying base OS is a violation of the UH’s Microsoft License Agreement.
For a detailed list of qualifying base operating systems, please review the Microsoft Volume Licensing Brief: Windows Desktop Operating System.

Software Assurance (SA):

SA is an optional maintenance fee that provides version upgrade protection. It also allows for the Windows Pro or Edu OS to be installed on either a Windows or Mac computer.
  • SA purchased during the current term (through 10/31/2026) remains active until November 30, 2028.
  • To add SA to your license(s), please contact the Site License Office at sladmin@hawaii.edu for pricing.

Windows on a Mac

To install the Windows OS on a Mac, you must purchase the Windows Education License w/SA with the use of or a 3rd party product (, , etc.). You have the option to install either the Windows Pro or Education version. An active SA is a requirement for the Windows OS to run on a Mac. If SA coverage lapses, the Windows OS must be uninstalled to remain in compliance.

Downgrade Option

Downgrade Rights provide the legal entitlement to install and use a previous version of a software product in place of the version currently being purchased. You maintain the right to upgrade to the originally purchased version at a later date at no additional cost.
Example: If the Windows 11 Pro license is purchased, this can be downgraded to Windows 10 Pro if that version is required for your current hardware or legacy applications. This can later be upgraded back up to Windows 11 Pro at any time, at no additional cost.
Please be advised that .

Note: Compatibility is not guaranteed when installing an older operating system on a new computer, or a newer operating system on an older computer.

How to list a downgrade request on your payment:
Item #1:

Windows 11 Pro Upgrade License
(Downgrade to: Windows 10 Pro)


Prices are subject to change without notice. If you are interested in a product not on this list, please email your request to: sladmin@hawaii.edu.

Part Number License Item Price
For Windows OS For Mac OSX
MSSWIN11P Windows 11 Pro Upgrade License
*downgradable to: Windows 10
$56.00 N/A
MSSWINLSA Windows 11 Education1 Upgrade License & SA
(entitles you to either Win 11 Pro or Edu)
*downgradable to: Windows 10 Pro or Edu
$100.00 $100.00 2
1 Windows Education is has the same functionalities as Windows Enterprise; the name is different as this is used in an academic setting.
2 SA coverage must be kept current in order to continue the use of the Windows OS on a Mac.

Additional Resources:

If there are any questions regarding this program, please call the ITS Site License Office at (808) 956-2404 or send email to sladmin@hawaii.edu.