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Microsoft SQL Server 2019 lost license

Hello, how can I recover a lost sql 2019 license? Thank you, Robert

SQL Server
SQL Server
A family of Microsoft relational database management and analysis systems for e-commerce, line-of-business, and data warehousing solutions.
13,351 questions
Windows Licensing
Windows Licensing
Windows: A family of Microsoft operating systems that run across personal computers, tablets, laptops, phones, internet of things devices, self-contained mixed reality headsets, large collaboration screens, and other devices.Licensing: Rules, regulations, and restrictions that define how software can be used and distributed.
66 questions
asked 2024-07-22T10:09:05.3+00:00
Robert Anton 0 Reputation points
edited a comment 2024-07-25T05:37:54.4266667+00:00
CathyJi-MSFT 21,126 Reputation points Microsoft Vendor
1 answer

No RD licenses needed but still getting "RD Desktop license mode is not configured" errors

I have no need to install RD user cals on my server, since only one or two users will need to connect at any given time. Why do I keep getting "Remote Desktop licensing mode is not configured errors". It tells me the RD Services will stop in XX…

Windows Server
Windows Server
A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.
12,632 questions
Remote Desktop
Remote Desktop
A Microsoft app that connects remotely to computers and to virtual apps and desktops.
4,400 questions
Windows Licensing
Windows Licensing
Windows: A family of Microsoft operating systems that run across personal computers, tablets, laptops, phones, internet of things devices, self-contained mixed reality headsets, large collaboration screens, and other devices.Licensing: Rules, regulations, and restrictions that define how software can be used and distributed.
66 questions
asked 2024-07-24T16:31:51.18+00:00
Doug V 0 Reputation points
answered 2024-07-25T01:35:28.4066667+00:00
Karlie Weng 16,356 Reputation points Microsoft Vendor
0 answers

Volume Licenses missing in Microsoft 360 Admin Center

To say I'm extremely frustrated with Microsoft volume license support is an understatement. I am the technology manager for a school district and purchased KMS licenses for Microsoft Office 2021 through ThinkEDU a couple years back. Long story short we…

Windows Licensing
Windows Licensing
Windows: A family of Microsoft operating systems that run across personal computers, tablets, laptops, phones, internet of things devices, self-contained mixed reality headsets, large collaboration screens, and other devices.Licensing: Rules, regulations, and restrictions that define how software can be used and distributed.
66 questions
asked 2024-07-24T11:38:48.5133333+00:00
Michael Spano 0 Reputation points
0 answers

I am trying to chnage my upadate settings in my pc but it keeps saying only adminstrator can change it but i guess i must be adminstrator so i didn't understand what is going on so can you help me?

i need to change the update setting to update my windows 7 to windows 10

Windows Licensing
Windows Licensing
Windows: A family of Microsoft operating systems that run across personal computers, tablets, laptops, phones, internet of things devices, self-contained mixed reality headsets, large collaboration screens, and other devices.Licensing: Rules, regulations, and restrictions that define how software can be used and distributed.
66 questions
asked 2024-07-23T14:03:25.6066667+00:00
Jahongir Karimov 0 Reputation points
2 answers

force to: "confirm I have an eligible Windows 10/11 license with multi-tenant hosting rights." when creating Windows 11 VM

Hi, I'm new to Azure, After passing AZ-900 I decided to actually try Azure, I'm trying to create a Windows 11 VM resource, But I'm forced to check the attached checkbox. I tried to find first a solution on the web but all I found is confused people…

Azure Virtual Machines
Azure Virtual Machines
An Azure service that is used to provision Windows and Linux virtual machines.
7,578 questions
Windows Licensing
Windows Licensing
Windows: A family of Microsoft operating systems that run across personal computers, tablets, laptops, phones, internet of things devices, self-contained mixed reality headsets, large collaboration screens, and other devices.Licensing: Rules, regulations, and restrictions that define how software can be used and distributed.
66 questions
asked 2024-03-27T18:39:05.6633333+00:00
Liran Hovav 25 Reputation points
commented 2024-07-22T20:05:57.61+00:00
kobulloc-MSFT 26,131 Reputation points Microsoft Employee
2 answers

How to automate License Distribution to Group when user is added

Let's say I have Group A and B. The people in Group A get an E3 License while people in Group B get a Business Standard License. How do I automate it so that when a user is added in either group, they automatically get assigned the license?

Microsoft Intune Grouping
Microsoft Intune Grouping
Microsoft Intune: A Microsoft cloud-based management solution that offers mobile device management, mobile application management, and PC management capabilities.Grouping: The arrangement or formation of people or things in a group or groups.
48 questions
Microsoft Intune
Microsoft Intune
A Microsoft cloud-based management solution that offers mobile device management, mobile application management, and PC management capabilities.
4,741 questions
Microsoft Entra ID
Microsoft Entra ID
A Microsoft Entra identity service that provides identity management and access control capabilities. Replaces Azure Active Directory.
20,614 questions
Windows Licensing
Windows Licensing
Windows: A family of Microsoft operating systems that run across personal computers, tablets, laptops, phones, internet of things devices, self-contained mixed reality headsets, large collaboration screens, and other devices.Licensing: Rules, regulations, and restrictions that define how software can be used and distributed.
66 questions
asked 2024-07-12T19:10:26.4866667+00:00
Alex Demetriou 0 Reputation points
commented 2024-07-22T18:07:35.52+00:00
Alex Demetriou 0 Reputation points
1 answer

Windows Server 2022 standard activation

The Machines running with Windows Server 2022 Standard operating systems are all in offline mode. I tried slui 4 to activate through phone. Unfortunately slui 4 is not working. The systems are in Poland for Factory Acceptance Test. In Poland I am not…

Windows Server
Windows Server
A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.
12,632 questions
Windows Licensing
Windows Licensing
Windows: A family of Microsoft operating systems that run across personal computers, tablets, laptops, phones, internet of things devices, self-contained mixed reality headsets, large collaboration screens, and other devices.Licensing: Rules, regulations, and restrictions that define how software can be used and distributed.
66 questions
asked 2024-07-22T08:39:38.8666667+00:00
Padma Raja Pillai Balakrishnan 0 Reputation points
answered 2024-07-22T16:24:29.57+00:00
Wesley Li 6,760 Reputation points
2 answers

The product key entered does not match any of the windows images available for installation. Enter a different product key

Did everything from this article: https://woshub.com/create-custom-windows-image-preinstalled-apps/#comment-11977   Tried to install the image, get to the point I need to enter license key and after entering right key (from the label on the bottom of the…

Windows 11
Windows 11
A Microsoft operating system designed for productivity, creativity, and ease of use.
8,979 questions
Windows Licensing
Windows Licensing
Windows: A family of Microsoft operating systems that run across personal computers, tablets, laptops, phones, internet of things devices, self-contained mixed reality headsets, large collaboration screens, and other devices.Licensing: Rules, regulations, and restrictions that define how software can be used and distributed.
66 questions
asked 2024-07-11T13:50:05.4533333+00:00
Kiril Gorodetsky 0 Reputation points
commented 2024-07-18T07:58:07.98+00:00
Kiril Gorodetsky 0 Reputation points
1 answer

DISM Windows activation

Hello, I recently joined a company as a IT technical support, I need assistance / Explanation regarding our Windows installation process. We use two USB drives for installations: one with a Windows 10 ISO and another with a Windows 11 ISO. During the…

Windows 10
Windows 10
A Microsoft operating system that runs on personal computers and tablets.
11,187 questions
Windows 11
Windows 11
A Microsoft operating system designed for productivity, creativity, and ease of use.
8,979 questions
Windows Licensing
Windows Licensing
Windows: A family of Microsoft operating systems that run across personal computers, tablets, laptops, phones, internet of things devices, self-contained mixed reality headsets, large collaboration screens, and other devices.Licensing: Rules, regulations, and restrictions that define how software can be used and distributed.
66 questions
Windows Server Licensing
Windows Server Licensing
Windows Server: A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.Licensing: Rules, regulations, and restrictions that define how software can be used and distributed.
36 questions
asked 2024-07-17T11:59:55.18+00:00
NickUK777 0 Reputation points
answered 2024-07-17T16:03:17.8233333+00:00
Wesley Li 6,760 Reputation points
1 answer

How can I query the available and used Azure Virtual Desktop licenses?

There's a business requirement from management to monitor license utilization. I am looking for a way in Graph to view the number of available Azure Virtual Desktop licenses, and how many of these are in use. The…

Azure Virtual Desktop
Azure Virtual Desktop
A Microsoft desktop and app virtualization service that runs on Azure. Previously known as Windows Virtual Desktop.
1,450 questions
Windows Licensing
Windows Licensing
Windows: A family of Microsoft operating systems that run across personal computers, tablets, laptops, phones, internet of things devices, self-contained mixed reality headsets, large collaboration screens, and other devices.Licensing: Rules, regulations, and restrictions that define how software can be used and distributed.
66 questions
asked 2024-07-08T10:02:16.07+00:00
Vilmanyi, Marton 1 Reputation point
edited a comment 2024-07-16T06:12:18.9633333+00:00
Nikhil Duserla 1,220 Reputation points Microsoft Vendor
3 answers

How to update the activation of SQL Server?

Dear All, We have an open value agreement and recently we have added an extra SQL license to the agreement. First, we purchased a license for 4 cores then we added 4 cores. Now, how can we use these new extra SQL Server licenses on the existing SQL…

SQL Server
SQL Server
A family of Microsoft relational database management and analysis systems for e-commerce, line-of-business, and data warehousing solutions.
13,351 questions
Windows Licensing
Windows Licensing
Windows: A family of Microsoft operating systems that run across personal computers, tablets, laptops, phones, internet of things devices, self-contained mixed reality headsets, large collaboration screens, and other devices.Licensing: Rules, regulations, and restrictions that define how software can be used and distributed.
66 questions
asked 2024-06-19T14:05:36.9733333+00:00
Haitham Al-Haj 0 Reputation points
answered 2024-07-09T12:05:51.4366667+00:00
Ray Miller 11 Reputation points
2 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

How to license SQL Server Enterprise Edition in virtual environment

According to SQL SERVER 2019 LICENSING DATASHEET, my understanding is that if I want to license SQL Server Enterprise running on a VM then I need to purchase just core licenses for each virtual core (vCPU) on that VM and NOT physical cores of the host.…

SQL Server
SQL Server
A family of Microsoft relational database management and analysis systems for e-commerce, line-of-business, and data warehousing solutions.
13,351 questions
Windows Licensing
Windows Licensing
Windows: A family of Microsoft operating systems that run across personal computers, tablets, laptops, phones, internet of things devices, self-contained mixed reality headsets, large collaboration screens, and other devices.Licensing: Rules, regulations, and restrictions that define how software can be used and distributed.
66 questions
asked 2024-07-08T14:47:15.31+00:00
Aleksandar STAMENKOVIC 20 Reputation points
accepted 2024-07-09T08:25:49.62+00:00
Aleksandar STAMENKOVIC 20 Reputation points
2 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

OEM license proof

Hello there! So, I've bought a new laptop. And it has Windows home/pro. If it was Retail version, shop then gave me a box or a card with Windows key, so these things + documents supposed to be "proof of the license". If I've got an OEM laptop,…

Windows Licensing
Windows Licensing
Windows: A family of Microsoft operating systems that run across personal computers, tablets, laptops, phones, internet of things devices, self-contained mixed reality headsets, large collaboration screens, and other devices.Licensing: Rules, regulations, and restrictions that define how software can be used and distributed.
66 questions
asked 2024-07-05T18:56:26.0133333+00:00
Смирнов Данила 20 Reputation points
accepted 2024-07-07T21:13:43.6233333+00:00
Смирнов Данила 20 Reputation points
2 answers

How many devices can i use with my Windows 10 Home digital license?

I'm building a new PC for the first time, and the OS i'm about to use is windows 11 home. I have a laptop with windows 11 home digital license registered, can i use the same license for my PC? Thank you :)

Windows Licensing
Windows Licensing
Windows: A family of Microsoft operating systems that run across personal computers, tablets, laptops, phones, internet of things devices, self-contained mixed reality headsets, large collaboration screens, and other devices.Licensing: Rules, regulations, and restrictions that define how software can be used and distributed.
66 questions
asked 2024-06-30T15:45:18.43+00:00
fazli verdiansyah 0 Reputation points
answered 2024-07-06T14:52:58.7566667+00:00
PokeFanX 90 Reputation points
1 answer

How to acquire Windows 11 licenses for employees worldwide

Hey folks My company has headquarters in US but we have many employees located in other regions (i.e Brazil). If I buy Windows licenses through the MS US website, will those licenses work for the employees outside US? Or must I buy via local MS or…

Windows Licensing
Windows Licensing
Windows: A family of Microsoft operating systems that run across personal computers, tablets, laptops, phones, internet of things devices, self-contained mixed reality headsets, large collaboration screens, and other devices.Licensing: Rules, regulations, and restrictions that define how software can be used and distributed.
66 questions
asked 2024-07-04T18:30:50.7266667+00:00
GS 0 Reputation points
answered 2024-07-06T14:45:53.95+00:00
PokeFanX 90 Reputation points
1 answer

How do I buy Win 2022 server licenses

I am supplying and installing some servers for a customer that will be hosted on their site and running Win2022. I need to buy some server licenses and are being advised by the resellers I have contacted that this is no longer permitted and it can only…

Windows Licensing
Windows Licensing
Windows: A family of Microsoft operating systems that run across personal computers, tablets, laptops, phones, internet of things devices, self-contained mixed reality headsets, large collaboration screens, and other devices.Licensing: Rules, regulations, and restrictions that define how software can be used and distributed.
66 questions
asked 2024-07-01T08:27:12.7366667+00:00
Matt Johnson 0 Reputation points
edited an answer 2024-07-02T23:51:45.4466667+00:00
S.Sengupta 17,236 Reputation points MVP
1 answer

Azure Tenant Established for GBBs but GBBs can not deploy Power Platform to establish demo environments Microsoft Sustainability Manager.

GBBs are trying to create environments to deploy Microsoft Sustainability Manager Trial License obtained through Darsy Tool. We have 30 + GBBs in 3 TZ who are trying to execute demos under the Azure Tenant but have not been successful.

Microsoft Entra ID
Microsoft Entra ID
A Microsoft Entra identity service that provides identity management and access control capabilities. Replaces Azure Active Directory.
20,614 questions
Windows Licensing
Windows Licensing
Windows: A family of Microsoft operating systems that run across personal computers, tablets, laptops, phones, internet of things devices, self-contained mixed reality headsets, large collaboration screens, and other devices.Licensing: Rules, regulations, and restrictions that define how software can be used and distributed.
66 questions
asked 2024-06-27T14:29:45.5733333+00:00
Yohance Butler-Jackson 5 Reputation points
answered 2024-07-01T22:32:21.6166667+00:00
Marilee Turscak-MSFT 36,411 Reputation points Microsoft Employee
2 answers

Windows License error

We have a Windows 11 Enterprise Edition device that was activated and delivered to our employee for their work. A few months ago, we reinstalled it and added the device to Azure AD + Intune for management, and the license was activated. However, the user…

Windows 11
Windows 11
A Microsoft operating system designed for productivity, creativity, and ease of use.
8,979 questions
Microsoft Intune Enrollment
Microsoft Intune Enrollment
Microsoft Intune: A Microsoft cloud-based management solution that offers mobile device management, mobile application management, and PC management capabilities.Enrollment: The process of requesting, receiving, and installing a certificate.
1,320 questions
Windows Licensing
Windows Licensing
Windows: A family of Microsoft operating systems that run across personal computers, tablets, laptops, phones, internet of things devices, self-contained mixed reality headsets, large collaboration screens, and other devices.Licensing: Rules, regulations, and restrictions that define how software can be used and distributed.
66 questions
asked 2024-06-25T04:27:22.24+00:00
Vishnu Anand 65 Reputation points
commented 2024-06-26T08:41:33.0733333+00:00
Vishnu Anand 65 Reputation points
1 answer

Activar Windows 10 error 0x8007007B

Buenas hace tiempo llevo queriendo activar windows 10 pero no puedo por el error 0x8007007B vi en otros foros que usaban los siguientes comandos. slmgr -upk slmgr -cpky slmgr -ipk XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX (obviamente use una key valida) slmgr…

Windows 10
Windows 10
A Microsoft operating system that runs on personal computers and tablets.
11,187 questions
Windows Licensing
Windows Licensing
Windows: A family of Microsoft operating systems that run across personal computers, tablets, laptops, phones, internet of things devices, self-contained mixed reality headsets, large collaboration screens, and other devices.Licensing: Rules, regulations, and restrictions that define how software can be used and distributed.
66 questions
asked 2024-06-21T18:42:45.86+00:00
Alberto 0 Reputation points
answered 2024-06-25T10:49:02.1666667+00:00
Claudia Dos Santos Haz (CONCENTRIX CORPORATION) 1,010 Reputation points Microsoft Vendor
2 answers

TWO KMS 2016-2019

I am about to install a new KMS on a Windows 2019 with a Host Key 2019, I currently already have a Windows Server 2016 KMS 2016 where I have activated my infrastructure. My question: Are the teams with 2016 activated always going to renew in my 2016 KMS…

Windows Server 2019
Windows Server 2019
A Microsoft server operating system that supports enterprise-level management updated to data storage.
3,611 questions
Windows Licensing
Windows Licensing
Windows: A family of Microsoft operating systems that run across personal computers, tablets, laptops, phones, internet of things devices, self-contained mixed reality headsets, large collaboration screens, and other devices.Licensing: Rules, regulations, and restrictions that define how software can be used and distributed.
66 questions
asked 2024-06-24T15:32:38.5766667+00:00
Mario 40 Reputation points
answered 2024-06-25T02:44:28.3066667+00:00
Yanhong Liu 5,140 Reputation points Microsoft Vendor