Purchasing SQL server

Question

Hi

Please help me in following matter.

I am about to install an application in new machine. Which requirement is - windows server 2017 or above and SQL server 2017 or above for on premises.

I have already installed windows server 2019 Standard. Now I am looking to buy sql server 2017 or above.

As I went through the Microsoft store website. There are different verion and edition of sql server. I have no idea which one to buy.

I need sql server for just one application. My questions are.

Which sql server will be best for my need like standard ( This one is very expensive), Standard cal.
Where can I purchanse it ?

Thank you
sas

Answer 1

Hi,

SQL Server is currently not supported in the Q&A forums, the supported products are listed over here https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/answers/products (more to be added later on).

You can ask the experts in the dedicated SQL Server forums over here:
https://social.technet.microsoft.com/Forums/sqlserver/en-us/home?category=sqlserver

(Please don't forget to accept helpful replies as answer)

Best regards,
Leon

Answer 2

Hi 93391ad2-d99e-4ef6-a9c0-c830c7845a55,

Firstly google and then search "sqlserver 20xx licensing guide" and then download the PDF doc. to have a look.
The doc. is just for reference, for detailed information you need to consult the license team.

License Team:For detailed information about the license issue, please call 1-800-426-9400, Monday through Friday, 6:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. (Pacific Time) to speak directly to a Microsoft licensing specialist. For international customers, please use the licensing_worldwide to find contact information in your locations.
Or you can go to Volume Licensing Service Center Support. Please choose region/language and choose to call or have web. People there will help you more effectively.

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BR,

Mia