This Licensing Guide is for people who want to gain a basic understanding of how Microsoft SQL Server 2016 database software is licensed through Microsoft Commercial Licensing programs.

It includes:

  • SQL Server 2016 Editions
  • How SQL Server 2016 License Are Sold
    • Server and Cloud Enrolment
  • SQL Server 2016 Licensing Models
    • Core-Based Licensing
    • Server + CAL Licensing
  • Licensing SQL Server 2016 Components
  • Licensing SQL Server 2016 in a Virtualized Environment
    • Licensing Individual Virtual Machines
    • Licensing for Maximum Virtualization
  • Licensing SQL Server for the Analytics Platform System
  • Advanced Licensing Scenarios and Detailed Examples
    • Licensing SQL Server for High Availability
    • Licensing SQL Server for Application Mobility
    • Licensing SQL Server in a Multiplexed Application Environment
    • Licensing SQL Server for Non-Production Use
  • Additional Product Information
    • SQL Server 2016 Migration Options for Software Assurance Customers
    • Software Assurance Benefits
    • Additional Product Licensing Resources

Download the Microsoft SQL Server 2016 Licensing Guide

Microsoft SQL Server 2016 is used with Microsoft Dynamics GP. See Microsoft Dynamics GP system server requirements. To discuss with CAL Business Solutions contact 860-485-0910 x4 or sales@calszone.com

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