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How to Download Office 2016 Volume License Installers in Microsoft 365
Question details
The user needs to locate and download the official installation files for Microsoft Office 2016 Standard and Professional Plus under a volume license agreement.
- Product
- Microsoft 365 Admin Center / Office 2016
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- An IT manager or admin is trying to access their organization's volume licensing portal to deploy Office 2016 to corporate computers.
- Observed behavior
- The user is looking for the correct portal to download the installation media, and needs troubleshooting steps if the licenses are not visible in their account.
Ensure you are using an admin account with the appropriate volume licensing permissions before attempting to access the Microsoft 365 admin center.
Download via Microsoft 365 Admin Center
Use the Microsoft 365 admin portal to access your organization's volume licensing downloads and product keys.
Microsoft has transitioned volume licensing management from the old Volume Licensing Service Center (VLSC) to the Microsoft 365 Admin Center. You can now manage your agreements, download installation media, and retrieve activation keys directly from this modern portal.
Go to the Microsoft 365 admin portal (admin.microsoft.com) and log in using an account that has volume licensing administrator privileges.
In the left navigation menu, go to 'Billing' and select 'Your products'. From there, click on the 'Volume licensing' tab to view your organization's agreements and available software.
Locate 'Office 2016 Standard' or 'Office 2016 Professional Plus' in your product list. Click on the product to expand its details, then select the 'Downloads & Keys' section to download the installer ISO file.
Deploy WPS Office as a Lightweight, Free Alternative
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- 1. Download the Installer: Visit the official WPS website and click the free download button to get the lightweight installation package.
- 2. Install on Your Device: Run the downloaded executable file and follow the on-screen instructions to quickly install WPS Office on your computer.
- 3. Start Creating: Open WPS Office to instantly create, view, or edit .docx, .xlsx, and .pptx documents without needing a volume license key.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why can't I see my organization's volume licenses in the admin center?
You may not have the required permissions assigned to your account. Contact your organization's primary licensing administrator to grant you access to the volume licensing section, or ensure you are logging in with the correct email address associated with the agreement.
Where do I find the activation keys for Office 2016 Volume License?
Product keys (such as MAK or KMS keys) are located in the same 'Volume Licensing' section of the Microsoft 365 admin center where you download the installation media. Click on the specific Office 2016 product and navigate to the 'Downloads & Keys' tab.
Can I still download Office 2016 if it has reached end of support?
Yes, if your organization owns a perpetual volume license for Office 2016, you can still access the installation files and keys through your admin center. However, note that Microsoft no longer provides mainstream support or feature updates for this version.
