Microsoft SQL Server 2019 Standard | 2 Core License | Retail | Download

FEATURES:

• SQL Server 2019 now comes with Apache Spark and Hadoop Distributed File System (HDFS) for intelligence over all your data.
• With SQL Server 2019 Enterprise and Standard edition, customers can deploy Big Data Clusters. SQL Server 2019 Big Data Clusters makes it easier to manage a big data environment. It provides key elements of a data lake—Hadoop Distributed File System (HDFS), Spark, and analytics tools—deeply integrated with SQL Server and fully supported by Microsoft.
• SQL Server 2019 Big Data Clusters can be easily deployed using Linux containers on a Kubernetes-managed cluster.  

Looking for authentic Microsoft installation media? We will be happy to mail a holographic DVD upon purchase of this license - please specify in the notes upon checkout.  

SQL Server 2019 Standard vs Enterprise Comparison

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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Unlock the potential of your data management with Microsoft SQL Server 2019 Standard 2 Core License. This retail download ensures secure, scalable, and high-performance database solutions perfect for businesses of all sizes. With advanced analytics, seamless integration, and enhanced security features, SQL Server 2019 Standard empowers your organization to manage and analyze data efficiently. Available for immediate download, this product provides unmatched convenience and reliability to support your business growth.