Used Microsoft SQL Server 2017 licences + CAL

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SQL Server 2017 Standard

SQL Server 2017 Standard offers robust capabilities for managing, storing, and retrieving data in a secure and efficient manner.Software: Equipped with features designed to facilitate data management and business intelligence.Purchase Model: Available for a single purchase, providing long-lasting access.Special Features: Provides advanced analytics using R and Python and better performance with Automatic Plan Correction.Support Duration: Extended support is ensured through Microsoft's commitment.Version Compatibility: Compatibility with preceding versions simplifies migration issues.Updated Features: Incorporates the latest security updates and performance upgrades.

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SQL Server 2017 Standard 2Core

SQL Server 2017 Standard 2Core offers powerful features to efficiently manage, store, and retrieve data on dual-core systems while ensuring reliable security.Software: The solution tailored for dual-core systems offers features that streamline data management and empower business intelligence.Purchase Model: Sold as a one-time purchase, providing enduring access.Special Features: Experience advanced analytics with R and Python as well as superior performance through Automatic Plan Correction.Support Duration: Microsoft is fully dedicated to providing extended support to ensure your needs are met.Version Compatibility: Ensures compatibility with previous versions to streamline the migration process.Updated Features: Integrates the latest security updates and performance enhancements for optimal functionality and protection.

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SQL Server 2017 Enterprise 2Core

SQL Server 2017 Enterprise 2Core provides a comprehensive and powerful set of tools to efficiently manage, store, and retrieve data on dual-core systems. Software: With its range of premium features, this product is tailor-made for seamless data management and business intelligence - and an ideal choice for dual-core systems.Purchase Model: Available for a single purchase, granting long-lasting access.Special Features: Delivers cutting-edge analytics thanks to R and Python while ensuring uninterrupted access through Always On Availability Groups.Support Duration: Microsoft's commitment ensures extended support for its users.Version Compatibility: SQL Server 2017 Enterprise 2Core is compatible with preceding versions, thus simplifying migration issues.Updated Features: Includes the most recent security updates and performance boosts.

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SQL Server 2017 User CAL

SQL Server 2017 Standard User CAL is a reliable server access license designed to facilitate secure and efficient user access.Software: Allows users to access the advanced features of SQL Server 2017 Standard.Purchase Model: Sold per user, facilitating access from multiple devices by a single user.Special Features: Delivers advanced analytics using R and Python and improved performance with Automatic Plan Correction.Support Duration: Microsoft's promise of long-term functionality ensures stability.Version Compatibility: Compatible with SQL Server 2017 Standard, guaranteeing seamless user access.Updated Features: Incorporates improved security features and performance boosts.

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SQL Server 2017 Device CAL

SQL Server 2017 Standard Device CAL provides capabilities for managing device access in a secure and efficient manner.Software: Grants devices access to the advanced features of SQL Server 2017 Standard.Purchase Model: Licenses are sold per device, allowing multiple users to access the server from a single device.Special Features: R and Python as well Automatic Plan Correction provide advanced analytics and a better performance.Support Duration: Microsoft's extended support guarantees long-lasting security as well as functionality.Version Compatibility: Compatible with SQL Server 2017 Standard, ensuring smooth device access.Updated Features: The most recent security updates and performance enhancements ensure optimal functioning.

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Reduce your IT costs with a used Microsoft SQL Server 2017 license

With a Microsoft SQL Server 2017 license, you acquire the right to deploy and use SQL Server 2017 in your company. Such a Microsoft SQL Server 2017 license is available in two variants: as a combination of server and CAL licenses and as a core-based 2Core license.

Features of Microsoft SQL Server 2017 at a glance

Microsoft SQL Server 2017 is a sophisticated, powerful and highly efficient relational database management system with which any amount of data can be stored in different tables and linked via relationships between the tables. This allows even the most extensive amounts of data to be retrieved and analyzed quickly and in a targeted manner.

Microsoft also offers its relational database solutions in a free version (Microsoft SQL Server 2017 Express) for download. This is a powerful and reliable data management system for smaller websites and desktop applications. It is available as a free Microsoft SQL Server 2017 Express Full Download from Microsoft.

The Microsoft SQL Server 2017 download is also available from Microsoft and is free of charge. From SQL Server 2017, Microsoft no longer provides a service pack, but integrates the packs directly so that you always receive the latest version of the server software when downloading Microsoft SQL Server 2017.

Various help and client applications are also included in the download or available as separate, free downloads, e.g:

Microsoft SQL Server 2017 Feature Pack,
Microsoft SQL Server 2017 LocalDB,
Microsoft SQL Server 2017 Management Studio,
Microsoft SQL Server 2017 Native Client,
Microsoft SQL Server 2017 Reporting Services

Microsoft will continue to support the 2017 SQL Server as part of its extended support until October 2027. This means that you can still expect Microsoft SQL Server 2017 updates for this period. The final Microsoft SQL Server 2017 EOL is October 12, 2027, and you can and may continue to deploy and use the software beyond this date. The only difference is that you will no longer receive updates for Microsoft SQL Server 2017 after End of Life, as Microsoft will only release them for more recent versions.

What is the difference between a used Microsoft SQL Server 2017 license and buying a new license?

The only difference between a used and a new license, e.g. for Microsoft SQL Server 2017 Standard, is the price. With a used license, you can significantly reduce the cost of licensing SQL Server 2017 without having to accept any restrictions on the scope of services or support from Microsoft. This is because used software is only cheaper, but not worse. It does not wear out, does not wear out and retains its functions even after prolonged use.

Microsoft SQL Server 2017 in comparison

You can buy Microsoft SQL Server 2017 in two different versions: Standard and Enterprise. The Standard server is ideal for medium-sized companies that want to store and manage their business data on a high-performance platform. You can use the server directly as soon as you have completed the Microsoft SQL Server 2017 Standard download and start the free, time-limited evaluation phase first.

For licensing, you can now either purchase a server license for SQL Server Standard 2017 - plus the required number of Client Access Licenses (CAL) - or you can use the Microsoft SQL Server on high-performance server hardware, which you then license with standard 2Core licenses. In this case, neither a Standard User CAL nor a Standard Device CAL is required.

The SQL Server 2017 Enterprise Edition, developed for larger medium-sized and large international companies, is licensed exclusively by cores. Here, too, you need a corresponding number of SQL Server 2017 Enterprise 2 Core licenses to use the software legally and audit-proof.

Buy used Microsoft SQL Server 2017

If you are looking for a powerful database solution that can be used at a manageable cost, you are best served with a used license for Microsoft SQL Server. The extended Microsoft SQL Server 2017 Support End Date is still a few years away, giving you additional security for your investment as you can obtain any Microsoft SQL Server 2017 update free of charge until then.

Buying pre-owned software from Soft & Cloud is not only legal, transparent and secure, we are the first German reseller to be certified by TÜVIT for our secure license transfer, and this for the 5th time in a row. We not only offer you particularly low prices for our used software, but also assume liability for the fact that our licenses - which are exclusively used original licenses - are completely audit-proof.

The purchase and sale of used software has been judged by the European Court of Justice and the Federal Court of Justice to be absolutely legal in various rulings. This means for you: You save expensive license costs and switch to used software licenses.

Frequently asked questions and answers

What is SQL Server 2017?

Microsoft SQL Server 2017 is a relational database system that stores data of any type and quantity in tables and sets them in relation to each other through relationships between the tables. SQL Server 2017 is a sophisticated and powerful program for small and large companies and has many interfaces to other database systems.

What does SQL Server 2017 cost?

Microsoft SQL Server 2017 is an older version of the database system and is therefore significantly cheaper than the current version from Microsoft. You can buy used licenses (server and CAL) for SQL Server 2017 from Soft & Cloud, which allow you to limit the costs of using and operating the server software and still use the full range of functions - legally, audit-proof and immediately available.

Can I use SQL Server 2017 without a license?

Once the free evaluation phase has expired, you must purchase a license for Microsoft SQL Server 2017 if you wish to continue using the software. With used original licenses from Soft & Cloud, you can reduce the costs for licensing to a minimum, completely legally and audit-proof.

Differences between SQL Server 2017 Standard and SQL Server 2017 Enterprise?

The Microsoft SQL Server 2017 Enterprise edition is aimed at large companies that want to analyze enormous amounts of data. For example, it offers almost unlimited scalability, high availability and numerous additional tools for data management and analysis. However, the Microsoft SQL Server 2017 Standard Edition is usually sufficient for entry-level and small and medium-sized companies - and is significantly cheaper to license.

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