Microsoft SQL Server 2014 Enterprise | 2 Core License | Retail

FEATURES:

• Unlimited CAL's included in Enterprise SQL database software.
• It is a cloud-ready information platform that will help organizations unlock breakthrough insights across the organization.
• Quickly build solutions to extend data across on-premises and in the cloud. Backed by mission critical confidence It gives you basic data management and business intelligence capabilities for non-critical workloads with minimal IT resources.
• One of the main benefits of the enterprise edition of Microsoft SQL Server 2014 is that although there is a minimum requirement of 4 cores per server, it does not require licensing individual users.
• The core licensing model will allow an unlimited amount of users and will provide full access to any user that can access the server
• Microsoft SQL Server 2014 Enterprise letting you exceed the 128 GB maximum memory utilized per database instance generated by the software. 
• No Software Assurance included. Looking for the SA edition? Purchase here

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How to license SQL Server?

Licensing Models

• Core-based Licensing: Applies to the Enterprise Edition and offers unlimited Virtualization Rights when all physical cores are licensed.
• Server + CAL (Client Access License): Applies to the Standard Edition and requires a license for each server and a CAL for each user or device accessing the server.

Core-Based Licensing (Standard and Enterprise Editions)

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|      SERVER        |
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|   Core 1 | Core 2  |
|   Core 3 | Core 4  |
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| Minimum 4 Core Licenses per Processor |
        

• Core Licenses: Sold in packs of two. Each physical core must have a license.
• Minimum Requirement: A minimum of four core licenses per physical processor.
• Virtualization: With Software Assurance, allows for unlimited virtualization. This license is a retail pack with 2 cores without SA, so the virtualization will depend upon the number of vCPU's licensed.
• Looking for the SLU with Software Assurance? It can be purchased here

Server + CAL Licensing (Standard Edition)

• Server License: One license per server. - This edition
• CALs: One CAL per user or device accessing the server.

Virtualization and Containers

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|           HOST             |
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| VM 1 | VM 2 | VM 3 | VM 4  |
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| Each VM must be licensed   |
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• Enterprise Edition: Offers flexibility with virtualization, allowing for multiple VMs and containers.
• Standard Edition: Limited to a lower number of VMs and containers unless each VM is licensed individually.

Licensing for Specific Environments

• Non-production (Dev/Test): Developer Edition is free and provides the full feature set for development and testing purposes.
• High Availability: Passive secondary servers for failover are included in the licensing of the primary server.

Delivery, Returns & Tech Support: 

1. All orders placed before 2PM PST M-F (excluding holidays) will be fulfilled the same day.
2. 7-day return policy on most licenses if unused/non-activated.
3. Questions about licensing or what to purchase? Call/text/email or chat with us!

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Elevate your business's data management with Microsoft SQL Server 2014 Enterprise 2 Core License (Retail Download) PN: 7NQ-21914. This powerful solution offers advanced database management, scalability, and high performance for enterprises of all sizes. With seamless integration and robust security features, SQL Server 2014 Enterprise ensures your data is protected and efficiently managed. Available for immediate retail download, it provides unmatched convenience and efficiency to support your business's growth.