Microsoft Documentation

Microsoft's official documentation about device-based licensing can be found here: https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/deployoffice/device-based-licensing

MECM

The MECM console path below to deploy Office 365 is:

• Software Library\Overview\Application Management\Applications\MANAGED APPLICATIONS\Microsoft\Office 365

These applications include the configuration for device-based subscription (DBS).

FAQ

Does Device Based Activation work for Mac machines?

No. At this time Microsoft does not offer a device registration method of Office 365 ProPlus. Individuals are encouraged to use the Office 365 ProPlus option from the Office 365 portal. See Office 365 installation instructions in the following knowledge article: Microsoft Office 365, Office Software Installation / Activation / Troubleshooting / Cannot Edit on Mac

I used a User account or my own NetID to register the license on a device previous to DBS, how do I get my license back?

You can reclaim licenses used this way by logging into https://portal.office.com

What are the Requirements for DBS?

• Microsoft 365 Apps for enterprise must be installed on a device running a supported version of Windows 11, Windows 10 General Availability Channel (or Semi-Annual Channel, its previous name), Windows Server 2022, or Windows Server 2019.
• Version 1907 or later of Microsoft 365 Apps for enterprise.
• The Windows client device on which Microsoft 365 Apps for enterprise is installed must be Microsoft Entra joined or Microsoft Entra hybrid joined (This will be automatic for all UofI-joined endpoints).

Endpoints that don't meet these requirements will need to either leverage user-based activation of Office 365, or install Office 2019. Due to the limited availability of MAK for Office 2019 Endpoint Services will not be hosting it via SCCM. For information on acquiring Office 2019, see [Link for document 87630 is unavailable at this time].

Licensing Difference:

Left: User based

Right: Device-Based