Installation of SQL server inside an existing Azure VM

Question

Good morning,

isi it possibile to install SQL server on an existing Base Azure VM (without naive SQL instance)?

I can supply SQL to this Virtual Machine?

Best regards,

Murizio

Answer 1

Yes, it is possible but if it is a licensed edition of SQL Server then you may need to pay for the licensing once installed.

If this is a new VM then it would be easier to create a VM from an image that has SQL Server pre-installed and configured for licensing - https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/azure-sql/virtual-machines/windows/sql-vm-create-portal-quickstart

If you want to install SQL Server yourself then I would recommend to register the VM with the SQL IaaS extension. This will give you more management options including the option to pay for the SQL licensing on a per-minute basis if this is required.

https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/azure-sql/virtual-machines/windows/sql-agent-extension-manually-register-single-vm

Answer 2

It doesn't matter if it is a physical or virtual machine, as long as SQL Server supports the installed OS, you can install it everywhere.

Answer 3

Hi @Maurizio Colli ,

Welcome to Microsoft Q&A!
Yes. Agree with them.
Please see this link: SQL Server on Azure Virtual Machines FAQ.

Best regards,
Seeya

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