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Choose the one that fits your scale: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  table.custom-table {\n    width: 80%;\n    border-collapse: collapse;\n    font-family: inherit;\n  }\n\n  table.custom-table th,\n  table.custom-table td {\n    border: 1px solid #ccc;\n    padding: 10px;\n    text-align: left;\n  }\n\n  table.custom-table th:first-child,\n  table.custom-table td:first-child {\n    width: 20%;\n  }\n\n  table.custom-table th:nth-child(2),\n  table.custom-table td:nth-child(2),\n  table.custom-table th:nth-child(3),\n  table.custom-table td:nth-child(3) {\n    width: 40%;\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"microsoft-sql-server-2025-standard-download-license\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"main-product-description-header-box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"OutlineElement Ltr SCXW152986908 BCX0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"OutlineElement Ltr SCXW160153814 BCX0\"\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"custom-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eServer + CAL\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePer-Core Licensing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmall to mid-sized internal teams.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge user bases or web-facing apps.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow it Works\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLicense the server + a CAL for every user\/device.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLicense based on the number of CPU cores.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUser Limit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinite (Limited by your CAL count).\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnlimited users\/devices.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimums\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMin. 5 CALs purchase requirement.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMin. 4 core licenses per processor\/VM.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"OutlineElement Ltr SCXW160153814 BCX0\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"OutlineElement Ltr SCXW160153814 BCX0\"\u003ePro Tip: If you can’t easily count your users (like a public website) or you are running Enterprise Edition, you must use the Per-Core model.\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"335559738\":240,\"335559739\":240}' class=\"EOP SCXW160153814 BCX0\"\u003eStandard vs. Enterprise: At a Glance \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"335559738\":240,\"335559739\":240}' class=\"EOP SCXW160153814 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStandard Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e: Best for mid-tier applications and data marts. Supports both licensing models and offers essential high availability. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"335559738\":240,\"335559739\":240}' class=\"EOP SCXW160153814 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnterprise Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e: Designed for massive scale and 24\/7 mission-critical workloads. Includes unlimited virtualization (with Software Assurance) and advanced \"Always On\" availability. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"335559738\":240,\"335559739\":240}' class=\"EOP SCXW160153814 BCX0\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"335559738\":240,\"335559739\":240}' class=\"EOP SCXW160153814 BCX0\"\u003eQ. Is this a perpetual license? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"335559738\":240,\"335559739\":240}' class=\"EOP SCXW160153814 BCX0\"\u003eYes. This is a one-time purchase perpetual license. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"335559738\":240,\"335559739\":240}' class=\"EOP SCXW160153814 BCX0\"\u003eQ. Does this include Software Assurance? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"335559738\":240,\"335559739\":240}' class=\"EOP SCXW160153814 BCX0\"\u003eNo. Software Assurance is not included. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"335559738\":240,\"335559739\":240}' class=\"EOP SCXW160153814 BCX0\"\u003eQ. Can I downgrade to earlier versions? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"335559738\":240,\"335559739\":240}' class=\"EOP SCXW160153814 BCX0\"\u003eDowngrade rights require Software Assurance and are not included. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"335559738\":240,\"335559739\":240}' class=\"EOP SCXW160153814 BCX0\"\u003eQ. Is CAL licensing required? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"335559738\":240,\"335559739\":240}' class=\"EOP SCXW160153814 BCX0\"\u003eOnly if you choose the Server + CAL licensing model. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"335559738\":240,\"335559739\":240}' class=\"EOP SCXW160153814 BCX0\"\u003eQ. Can this be used in virtual environments? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"335559738\":240,\"335559739\":240}' class=\"EOP SCXW160153814 BCX0\"\u003eYes, physical and virtual deployments are supported. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to License SQL Server Standard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"options\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"options-col\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOption \u003cspan class=\"feature-highlight\"\u003e#1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-lg-12 options-box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/microsoft-sql-server\/sql-calmodel\"\u003eSERVER + CAL:\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvides the option to license users and\/or devices, with low-cost access to incremental SQL Server deployments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach server running SQL Server software requires a server license.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach user and\/or device accessing a licensed SQL Server requires a SQL Server CAL that is the same version or newer - for example, to access a SQL Server 2017 Standard Edition server, a user would need a SQL Server 2017, 2019, or 2022 CAL.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach SQL Server CAL allows access to multiple licensed SQL Servers, including Standard Edition and legacy Business Intelligence and Enterprise Edition Servers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1694\/1769\/files\/SQL_Server_b397c2b0-1411-4c86-813e-d62f0afb2bff.png?v=1763566460\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"options-col\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOption \u003cspan class=\"feature-highlight\"\u003e#2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-lg-12 options-box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/microsoft-sql-server\/sql-coremodel\"\u003ePER CORE:\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGives a more precise measurement of computing power and a more consistent metric, regardless of whether solutions are deployed on physical servers on-premises, or in virtual\/cloud environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCore based licensing is appropriate when customers are unable to count users\/devices, have Internet\/Extranet workloads, or have systems that integrate with external facing workloads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo license a physical server—when running SQL Server in a \u003cstrong\u003ephysical OSE\u003c\/strong\u003e—all physical cores on the server must be licensed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA minimum of four core licenses are required for each physical processor on the server.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-lg-12 options-box-image\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-lg-12 options-box-image\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1694\/1769\/files\/SQL_Server_2025_CALs.png?v=1763566460\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-lg-12 options-box-image\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"title-center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSQL Server Features: Standard vs. Enterprise\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"3\"\u003eSQL Server Features\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStandard\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEnterprise\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd rowspan=\"3\"\u003eCompute and storage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum number of cores\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"feature-highlight\"\u003e24\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"feature-highlight\"\u003eOS Max\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003eMaximum memory utilized per instance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"feature-highlight\"\u003e128 GB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"feature-highlight\"\u003eOS Max\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003eMaximum size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"feature-highlight\"\u003e524 PB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"feature-highlight\"\u003e524 PB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd rowspan=\"4\"\u003eIntelligence over all your data\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSQL Server Big Data Clusters with Apache Spark and HDFS built into SQL Server engine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003eData virtualization using PolyBase (including additional data sources like Oracle, Teradata, MongoDB, and other SQL Server databases)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003eUnified AI platform to train and operationalize models with SQL Server ML Services\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003eAzure Machine Learning and Spark ML\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd rowspan=\"3\"\u003eChoice of language and platform\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility certfication\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003eUTF-8 Support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003eSupport for SQL Server Java extension\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd rowspan=\"8\"\u003eIndustry-leading performance and availability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFree DR replicas in Azure and on-premises\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003eIntelligent Query processing: Scalar UDF inlining, table variable deferred compilation, approximate count distinct\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003eIntelligent Query processing features: row mode memory grant feedback, batch mode for row store and automatic tuning\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003eAutomatic read-write connection re-routing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003eIn-Memory Database: memory-optimized tempdb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003eIn-Memory Database: Persistent Memory support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003eAccelerated Database recovery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003eSupport for Kubernetes deployment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd rowspan=\"4\"\u003eSecure and reliable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlways Encrypted with secure enclaves\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003eTransparent database encryption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003eData classification and auditing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003eVulnerability assessment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd rowspan=\"2\"\u003eQuick business insights\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAzure Data Studio to manage SQL Server including support for T-SQL using Notebooks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003eSQL Server Analysis Services Direct Query\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMicrosoft SQL Server has been one of the premier leaders in database technology for years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOutfit your enterprise with the industry’s latest relational database management system. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith the SQL\u003c\/span\u003e server 2022 standard download\u003cspan\u003e, available with Software Assurance from Microsoft,\u003c\/span\u003e get access to tools including Big Data clusters with Apache Spark and HDFS, Azure Machine Learning and Spark ML, intelligent query processing and more. Download this package here to take advantage of free installation support from Microsoft Solutions Partner, Trusted Tech Team.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew to SQL Licensing? \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.trustedtechteam.com\/pages\/microsoft-sql-server-guide\"\u003eCheck out our SQL Server licensing guide\u003c\/a\u003e to find out the features that would benefit you and how to license.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Microsoft","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42406259261536,"sku":"DG7GMGF0M7XW-0003-2025","price":939.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1694\/1769\/files\/SQL_Server_standard.png?v=1763611332"},{"product_id":"microsoft-sql-server-2025-standard-2-core-download","title":"Microsoft SQL Server 2025 Standard - 2 Core Download","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"microsoft-sql-server-2025-standard-2-core-license-software-assurance\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"main-product-description-logo\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1694\/1769\/files\/ms-logo.svg?v=1597845202\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Microsoft Software Licensing terms require a minimum of 4 cores to be licensed with the core model*\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"main-product-description-header-box\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMicrosoft SQL Server 2025 Standard - 2 Core Download\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAI-powered performance \u0026amp; real-time analytics: Leverage built-in AI capabilities and streaming data processing for faster, smarter insights.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdvanced encryption \u0026amp; secure data handling: Safeguard sensitive data with enterprise-grade security and enhanced protection features in SQL Server 2025.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePer-core licensing model: License based on the number of CPU cores; ideal for high-traffic environments, external users, and scalable workloads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMicrosoft Solutions Partner guarantee: TrustedTech delivers genuine Microsoft licenses, expert guidance, and fast digital delivery for seamless deployment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe TrustedTech Advantage \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a Microsoft Solutions Partner, we don't just sell licenses; we deliver confidence and expertise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine Licenses: 100% authentic, perpetual Microsoft licensing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstant Delivery: Receive your digital key and download link via email immediately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpert Support: Our licensing specialists help you determine core requirements, compliance, and scalability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne-Time Purchase: No subscriptions, own your software outright.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSQL Server 2025 Standard: Scalable, Secure, and AI-Ready\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePower your data-driven applications with SQL Server 2025 Standard. Designed for modern workloads, this release builds on previous versions by integrating AI capabilities, enabling real-time analytics, and enhancing hybrid security.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Per-Core Licensing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePer-core licensing is the best option when your environment requires flexibility and scalability, or when it supports a large or unknown number of users.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnlimited Access: No need for CALs to support unlimited users and devices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScalable Performance: Easily scale with your infrastructure by licensing additional cores.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for Public \u0026amp; External Workloads: Perfect for web apps, SaaS platforms, and external-facing systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimplified Compliance: No need to track individual users or devices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits of SQL Server 2025\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNext-Gen AI Integration: Built-in AI and analytics for faster decision-making.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnhanced Security: Advanced encryption and threat protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHybrid Capabilities: Seamless integration with cloud and on-prem environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh Performance: Optimized for demanding workloads and mission-critical applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLicensing Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  table.custom-table {\n    width: 80%;\n    border-collapse: collapse;\n    font-family: inherit;\n  }\n\n  table.custom-table th,\n  table.custom-table td {\n    border: 1px solid #000;\n    padding: 10px;\n    text-align: left;\n  }\n\n  table.custom-table th:first-child,\n  table.custom-table td:first-child {\n    width: 20%;\n  }\n\n  table.custom-table th:nth-child(2),\n  table.custom-table td:nth-child(2),\n  table.custom-table th:nth-child(3),\n  table.custom-table td:nth-child(3) {\n    width: 40%;\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"microsoft-sql-server-2025-standard-2-core-license-software-assurance\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"main-product-description-header-box\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"custom-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eServer + CAL\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePer-Core Licensing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmall to mid-sized internal teams\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge user bases or web-facing apps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow it Works\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eServer license + CAL per user\/device\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLicense based on CPU cores\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUser Limit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLimited by CAL count\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnlimited users\/devices\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimums\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMin. 5 CALs required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMin. 4 core licenses per processor\/VM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\nPro Tip: If your user count is unknown (e.g., in public-facing apps) or constantly changing, per-core licensing is recommended.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"main-product-description-header-box\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"main-product-description-header-box\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"main-product-description-header-box\"\u003eStandard vs. Enterprise: At a Glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"main-product-description-header-box\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandard Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ideal for mid-level applications and workloads. Offers essential performance, security, and high availability features.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnterprise Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e: Designed for large-scale, mission-critical environments with advanced features like unlimited virtualization and Always On availability groups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ. Is this a perpetual license? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. This is a one-time purchase with no expiration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ. Does this include Software Assurance? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Software Assurance is not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ. Can I add more cores later? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Additional core licenses can be purchased as your environment grows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ. Is CAL licensing required? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Per-core licensing does not require CALs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ. Can this be used in virtual environments? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. SQL Server supports both physical and virtual deployments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to License SQL Server Standard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"options\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"options-col\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOption \u003cspan class=\"feature-highlight\"\u003e#1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-lg-12 options-box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/microsoft-sql-server\/sql-calmodel\"\u003eSERVER + CAL:\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvides the option to license users and\/or devices, with low-cost access to incremental SQL Server deployments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach server running SQL Server software requires a server license.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach user and\/or device accessing a licensed SQL Server requires a SQL Server CAL that is the same version or newer - for example, to access a SQL Server 2017 Standard Edition server, a user would need a SQL Server 2017, 2019, or 2022 CAL.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach SQL Server CAL allows access to multiple licensed SQL Servers, including Standard Edition and legacy Business Intelligence and Enterprise Edition Servers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1694\/1769\/files\/SQL_Server_b397c2b0-1411-4c86-813e-d62f0afb2bff.png?v=1763566460\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-lg-12 options-box-image\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-lg-12 options-box-image\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"options-col\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOption \u003cspan class=\"feature-highlight\"\u003e#2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-lg-12 options-box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/microsoft-sql-server\/sql-coremodel\"\u003ePER CORE:\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGives a more precise measurement of computing power and a more consistent metric, regardless of whether solutions are deployed on physical servers on-premises, or in virtual\/cloud environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCore based licensing is appropriate when customers are unable to count users\/devices, have Internet\/Extranet workloads, or have systems that integrate with external facing workloads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo license a physical server—when running SQL Server in a \u003cstrong\u003ephysical OSE\u003c\/strong\u003e—all physical cores on the server must be licensed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA minimum of four core licenses are required for each physical processor on the server.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1694\/1769\/files\/SQL_Server_2025_CALs.png?v=1763566460\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-lg-12 options-box-image\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-lg-12 options-box-image\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"title-center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSQL Server Features: Standard vs. Enterprise\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"3\"\u003eSQL Server Features\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStandard\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEnterprise\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd rowspan=\"3\"\u003eCompute and storage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd 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class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003eData virtualization using PolyBase (including additional data sources like Oracle, Teradata, MongoDB, and other SQL Server databases)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003eUnified AI platform to train and operationalize models with SQL Server ML Services\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003eAzure Machine Learning and Spark ML\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas 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Available here as a two-core license with Software Assurance from Microsoft, this software package is an excellent investment for those looking to expand their business on the server side. (Note that Microsoft software licensing terms require a minimum of four cores to be licensed with the core model.) Order here at Trusted Tech Team to take advantage of free installation support from a Microsoft Cloud Solutions Partner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew to SQL Licensing? \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.trustedtechteam.com\/pages\/microsoft-sql-server-guide\"\u003eCheck out our SQL Server licensing guide\u003c\/a\u003e to find out the features that would benefit you and how to license. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Microsoft","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42406263980128,"sku":"DG7GMGF0M7XW-0002-2025","price":3747.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1694\/1769\/files\/SQL_Server_standard_2-core.png?v=1763611332"},{"product_id":"microsoft-sql-server-2025-enterprise-2-core-download","title":"Microsoft SQL Server 2025 Enterprise - 2 Core Download","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"microsoft-sql-server\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"main-product-description-logo\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1694\/1769\/files\/ms-logo.svg?v=1597845202\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Microsoft Software Licensing terms require a minimum of 4 cores to be licensed with the core model*\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"main-product-description-header-box\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMicrosoft SQL Server 2025 Enterprise - 2 Core Download\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eEnterprise-grade performance \u0026amp; AI-powered analytics:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Unlock advanced AI integration, real-time data processing, and high-performance analytics for mission-critical workloads.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum security \u0026amp; compliance: Protect sensitive data with advanced encryption, threat detection, and enterprise-level security features built into SQL Server 2025 Enterprise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePer-core licensing for unlimited scalability:License by CPU cores to support unlimited users and devices, ideal for large-scale, external, and high-traffic environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMicrosoft Solutions Partner guarantee:TrustedTech delivers genuine Microsoft licensing, expert guidance, and instant digital delivery backed by licensing specialists.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe TrustedTech Advantage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs a Microsoft Solutions Partner, we don’t just sell licenses; we provide confidence, speed, and expertise.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine Licenses:100% authentic, perpetual Microsoft licensing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstant Delivery:Receive your license key and download link immediately after purchase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpert Support:Work with licensing specialists to ensure compliance and optimal core allocation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest Price Guidance:Get competitive pricing and volume discounts tailored to your deployment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne-Time Purchase:No subscriptions, own your infrastructure outright.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSQL Server 2025 Enterprise: Built for Mission-Critical Performance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eSQL Server 2025 Enterprise is Microsoft’s most powerful database platform, designed for organizations that demand \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003emaximum scalability, uptime, and performance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith advanced AI capabilities, real-time analytics, and enhanced hybrid cloud integration, the Enterprise edition supports your most demanding workloads from large-scale transactional systems to enterprise data platforms.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Choose Per-Core Licensing for Enterprise?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePer-core licensing is required for Enterprise deployments and is the ideal model for environments where performance and scalability are critical.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eUnlimited Users \u0026amp; 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Is this a perpetual license?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. This is a one-time purchase with no expiration.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ. Does this include Software Assurance?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. Software Assurance is not included but can be added for additional benefits.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ. Can I add more cores later?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. You can scale your environment by purchasing additional core licenses at any time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ. Is CAL licensing required?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. Enterprise Edition uses per-core licensing only.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ. How quickly will I receive my license?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDelivery is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003einstant via email\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, so you can deploy immediately.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ. Do you provide licensing or installation help?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Our experts can guide you through licensing, deployment, and compliance.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"main-product-description-header-box\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to License SQL Server Enterprise\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"options-single\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-lg-12 options-box-full\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/microsoft-sql-server\/sql-coremodel\"\u003ePER CORE:\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGives a more precise measurement of computing power and a more consistent metric, regardless of whether solutions are deployed on physical servers, on-premises, or in virtual\/cloud environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCore-based licensing is appropriate when customers are unable to count users\/devices, have Internet\/Extranet workloads, or have systems that integrate with external-facing workloads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo license a physical server—when running SQL Server in a \u003cstrong\u003ephysical OSE\u003c\/strong\u003e—all physical cores on the server must be licensed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA minimum of four core licenses are required for each physical processor on the server.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1694\/1769\/files\/SQL_Server_2025_CALs.png?v=1763566460\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-lg-12 options-box-image\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"title-center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSQL Server Features: Standard vs. Enterprise\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable 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approximate count distinct\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003eIntelligent Query processing features: row mode memory grant feedback, a batch mode for row store, and automatic tuning\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003eAutomatic read-write connection re-routing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003eIn-Memory Database: memory-optimized tempdb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003eIn-Memory Database: Persistent Memory support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003eAccelerated Database recovery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003eSupport for Kubernetes deployment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd rowspan=\"4\"\u003eSecure and 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class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd rowspan=\"2\"\u003eQuick business insights\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAzure Data Studio to manage SQL Server, including support for T-SQL using Notebooks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003eSQL Server Analysis Services Direct Query\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-check\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMicrosoft SQL Server has been one of the premier leaders in database technology for years. The latest offering, available as a SQL Server 2022 Enterprise download, continues to uphold this reputation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake your data further with this two-core license of Microsoft SQL Server, complete with Software Assurance from Microsoft. (Note that Microsoft software licensing terms require a minimum of four cores to be licensed with the core model.) Order this two-core license here at Trusted Tech Team to take advantage of free installation support from a Microsoft Cloud Solutions Partner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew to SQL Licensing? \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.trustedtechteam.com\/pages\/microsoft-sql-server-guide\"\u003eCheck out our SQL Server licensing guide\u003c\/a\u003e to find out the features that would benefit you and how to license.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Microsoft","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42406264275040,"sku":"7JQ-00261DL-2025","price":14366.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1694\/1769\/files\/SQL_Server_enterprise_2-core.png?v=1763611332"},{"product_id":"microsoft-sql-server-2025-1-user-client-access-license-cal","title":"Microsoft SQL Server 2025 - 1 User Client Access License (CAL)","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"ui-title-bar__title\"\u003eMicrosoft SQL Server 2025 - 1 User Client Access License (CAL)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpanding your Microsoft SQL Server? To add users, you’ll need User CALs. Here, you can instantly add a single user to your network from Microsoft to ensure that your expansion is seamless and supported. Order 1 User CAL for Microsoft SQL Server from Microsoft from our Microsoft Cloud Solutions Partners here at Trusted Tech Team.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplies to SQL Server Editions: Standard \u0026amp; Enterprise.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMicrosoft SQL Server\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUser\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCALs allow users to access the SQL Database no matter the devices they use.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUser\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCALs are more cost-effective if each User needs to access the server from different workstations, locations, or devices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you need to have external users such as a contractor accessing the database, you\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewill need to\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003epurchase a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUser\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCAL for each contractor. These CALs can then be moved to another contractor when they are no longer on the job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUser Cal Highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eFlexible user-based access:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e License a single named user to access SQL Server from multiple devices, ideal for employees who work across desktops, laptops, and mobile devices.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCost-effective for internal teams: The Server + CAL model helps reduce licensing costs when user counts are known and controlled.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeamless integration with SQL Server 2025: Designed to work with SQL Server 2025 Standard deployments for secure, compliant access.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMicrosoft Solutions Partner guarantee: TrustedTech provides genuine Microsoft licenses, expert support, and instant digital delivery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 User Client Access License (CAL) for SQL Server 2025\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eLicenses \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eone named user\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (not tied to a specific device)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eAllows access from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003emultiple devices under one user\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eRequires a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSQL Server Standard server license\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (sold separately)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eA minimum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e of 5 CALs is typically required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e per deployment\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeed help calculating CALs? Speak with a licensing expert\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSQL Server 2025 User CAL: Simple \u0026amp; Scalable Access Control\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eA \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUser Client Access License (CAL)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e allows one specific user to access SQL Server regardless of how many devices they use. This makes it the ideal licensing choice for employees who need flexibility across multiple workstations.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen Is a User CAL the Right Choice?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThe Server + CAL model is best suited for organizations with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eknown and limited number of users\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eInternal teams:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Employees, staff, and controlled user environments\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eMulti-device users:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e One license covers desktop, laptop, and mobile access\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eCost optimization:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Pay only for actual users instead of total compute power\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eCompliance clarity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Easy to track and manage licensed users\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's the Difference Between a User CAL vs Device CAL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUser CAL\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e One license per user (best when users access from multiple devices)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDevice CAL\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e One license per device (best when multiple users share a workstation)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Benefits of SQL Server 2025 CAL Licensing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eLower cost for small teams:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e More affordable than per-core licensing for limited users\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eFlexible access:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e One user, multiple devices\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eSimple licensing structure:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Easy to understand and manage\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eSecure access control:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Assign licenses to verified users only\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLicensing Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  table.custom-table {\n    width: 80%;\n    border-collapse: collapse;\n    font-family: inherit;\n  }\n\n  table.custom-table th,\n  table.custom-table td {\n    border: 1px solid #000;\n    padding: 10px;\n    text-align: left;\n  }\n\n  table.custom-table th:first-child,\n  table.custom-table td:first-child {\n    width: 20%;\n  }\n\n  table.custom-table th:nth-child(2),\n  table.custom-table td:nth-child(2),\n  table.custom-table th:nth-child(3),\n  table.custom-table td:nth-child(3) {\n    width: 40%;\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"microsoft-sql-server-2025-standard-2-core-license-software-assurance\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"main-product-description-header-box\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"custom-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eServer + CAL\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePer-Core Licensing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmall to mid-sized internal teams\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge user bases or web-facing apps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow it Works\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eServer license + CAL per user\/device\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLicense based on CPU cores\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUser Limit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLimited by CAL count\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnlimited users\/devices\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimums\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMin. 5 CALs required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMin. 4 core licenses per processor\/VM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePro Tip\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan\u003eIf you can’t easily count your users (e.g., public-facing apps), you’ll need per-core licensing instead.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"main-product-description-header-box\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"main-product-description-header-box\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ. What access does a User CAL provide?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne named user.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ. Can one user access multiple devices?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. A single User CAL allows access from multiple devices.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ. Is this valid for Enterprise Edition?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. SQL Server Enterprise uses per-core licensing only.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ. Are CALs required for per-core licensing?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. Per-core licensing does not require CALs.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ. Is this a perpetual license?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. This is a one-time purchase with no expiration.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ. How many CALs do I need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou need one CAL for each user accessing SQL Server. TrustedTech can help you calculate this.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe TrustedTech Advantage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs a Microsoft Solutions Partner, TrustedTech delivers more than licenses; we deliver confidence and speed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine Licenses: 100% authentic Microsoft CALs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstant Delivery: Receive your license key immediately via email\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpert Licensing Support: Guidance on CAL counts, compliance, and deployment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompetitive Pricing: Volume discounts and fast quotes available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne-Time Purchase: Perpetual license, no recurring fees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Microsoft","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42406267388000,"sku":"359-06866DL-2025","price":218.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1694\/1769\/files\/SQL_Server_1user_CAL.png?v=1763611332"},{"product_id":"microsoft-sql-server-2025-1-device-client-access-license-cal","title":"Microsoft SQL Server 2025 - 1 Device Client Access License (CAL)","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"ui-title-bar__title\"\u003eMicrosoft SQL Server 2025 - 1 Device Client Access License (CAL)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDevice CALs are required for every Device that accesses the database, regardless of the users who are accessing those devices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMicrosoft SQL Server is a cutting-edge relational database management system that includes several new Database Engine features, enhancements, and performance improvements. SQL Server gives users the choice of preferred development language, data type, on-premises or cloud implementation, and even operating system options. Add one device to your Microsoft SQL Server-powered database with a single Device CAL, now available to order from TrustedTech, a Microsoft Solutions Partner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplies to SQL Server Editions: Standard \u0026amp; Enterprise.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMicrosoft SQL Server Device CALs allow unlimited users to access those devices. Device CALs are more cost-effective if you have workers who share devices, such as an AM shift and PM shift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you need to have external users, such as a contractor, accessing the database, you will need to purchase a Device CAL for each of their machines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDevice CAL Highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eShared device access made simple:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e License a single device for multiple users, perfect for environments where workstations are shared across teams or shifts.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCost-effective for high user turnover: Reduce licensing costs by licensing devices instead of individual users in shared environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for SQL Server 2025 Standard: Ensures compliant access under the Server + CAL licensing model.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMicrosoft Solutions Partner guarantee: TrustedTech provides genuine Microsoft licenses, expert guidance, and instant digital delivery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 Device Client Access License (CAL) for SQL Server 2025\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eLicenses \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eone device\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (not tied to a specific user)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eAllows \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003emultiple users to access SQL Server from the same device\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eRequires a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSQL Server Standard server license\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (sold separately)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eMinimum of 5 CALs typically recommended\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e per deployment\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeed help choosing between User vs Device CALs?  Speak with a licensing expert\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSQL Server 2025 Device CAL: Built for Shared Work Environments\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eA \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDevice Client Access License (CAL)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e allows multiple users to access SQL Server from a single licensed device. This makes it the most efficient and cost-effective licensing option for organizations with shared workstations or rotating users.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen Is a Device CAL the Right Choice?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDevice CALs are ideal when multiple users share the same device throughout the day.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShift-based teams: Call centers, healthcare, retail, manufacturing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShared workstations: Front desks, kiosks, or warehouse terminals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh user-to-device ratio: Many users, fewer devices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCost optimization: Reduce CAL count by licensing devices instead of users\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's the Difference Between a User CAL vs Device CAL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUser CAL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: One license per user (best when users access from multiple devices)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDevice CAL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: One license per device (best when multiple users share a workstation)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Benefits of SQL Server 2025 CAL Licensing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLower cost for small teams: More affordable than per-core licensing for limited users \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible access: One user, multiple devices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimple licensing structure: Easy to understand and manage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecure access control: Assign licenses to verified users only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLicensing Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  table.custom-table {\n    width: 80%;\n    border-collapse: collapse;\n    font-family: inherit;\n  }\n\n  table.custom-table th,\n  table.custom-table td {\n    border: 1px solid #000;\n    padding: 10px;\n    text-align: left;\n  }\n\n  table.custom-table th:first-child,\n  table.custom-table td:first-child {\n    width: 20%;\n  }\n\n  table.custom-table th:nth-child(2),\n  table.custom-table td:nth-child(2),\n  table.custom-table th:nth-child(3),\n  table.custom-table td:nth-child(3) {\n    width: 40%;\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"microsoft-sql-server-2025-standard-2-core-license-software-assurance\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"main-product-description-header-box\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"custom-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eServer + CAL\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePer-Core Licensing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmall to mid-sized internal teams\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge user bases or web-facing apps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow it Works\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eServer license + CAL per user\/device\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLicense based on CPU cores\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUser Limit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLimited by CAL count\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnlimited users\/devices\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimums\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMin. 5 CALs required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMin. 4 core licenses per processor\/VM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePro Tip\u003c\/strong\u003e: If your environment includes external users or you can’t track device usage, per-core licensing is required.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"main-product-description-header-box\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"main-product-description-header-box\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ. 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